Accounts Payable/Payroll Assistant

Gettysburg College is seeking a part-time (22.5 hours/week) Accounts Payable/Payroll Assistant. This is a shared position between the Accounts Payable and Payroll offices, reporting directly to the Assistant Controller.

About the role

One day per week, the Assistant will support the A/P Specialist with invoice auditing and data entry, responding to customer and campus community inquiries, and setting up new vendors. Two days per week, the Assistant will support the Payroll Specialist with weekly payroll processing, including timesheet review, data entry, coordinating printing and distribution of checks and pay statements, and preparing payroll documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support the Accounts Payable Specialist with invoice auditing and data entry
• Respond to customer and campus community inquiries
• Set up new vendors
• Support the Payroll Specialist with weekly payroll processing, including timesheet review and data entry
• Coordinate printing and distribution of checks and pay statements
• Prepare payroll documentation

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, with work experience or continuing education in accounting or bookkeeping required
• Accounts Payable and Payroll experience highly preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and demonstrated ability to learn new software applications
• Excellent customer service and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy in a dynamic office environment
• Ability to multitask, prioritize deadlines, and handle confidential information appropriately
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively while adhering to professional office practices

Benefits

• Prorated benefits including retirement after two years
• Sick, vacation, and holiday leave

Schedule

Part-time, 22.5 hours per week