AP/Payroll Associate

Interstates is seeking a qualified individual to serve as an Accounting Associate in our Sioux Center, Sioux Falls, Omaha office or work remotely. This position requires a general understanding of accounting principles and standards of the appropriate industry. The Accounting Associate will be part of our payroll and accounts payable team and support our employees by phone and email. This position is full time. 

About us: Interstates meets the electrical and automation needs of companies around the world. For over sixty years, we have tackled complex challenges and developed innovative solutions for industrial manufacturing and processing facilities. What started as a small electric company has evolved into an organization with over 1,000 employees and multiple locations throughout the Midwest. At Interstates, we treat each other like family because our team is the foundation for our success. Our collaborative workplace is based on trust, integrity, and support for one another.

Additional Information: The pay range for this Payroll Associate position is $20-22/hr + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by the experience and education required, and level of responsibility. The range posted for this role represents a range that Interstates, in good faith, believes it is willing to pay at the time of this posting. The pay is determined by job related skills, training, education, and experience.

• Ensures accurate preparation and processing of weekly payroll with per diem and manual adjustments.
• Handles various payroll adjustments, e.g. shortages, garnishments, wage assignments, manual computation of gross and net pay, vacation pay, and bonuses.
• Records monthly journal entries for month end and reconciliations
• Responds to employee questions regarding paychecks with a high degree of confidentiality.
• Handles verifications of employment, 401k funding and weekly manual ACHs.
• Ensures accurate preparation and processing of weekly invoices and performs the manual check run.
• Processes expense reimbursements and codes invoices.
• Activates and sends company credit cards and monitors expense usage.
• Assist with sales and use tax fillings and sales tax set up within jobs. 
• Other related duties as assigned

• A.S. or B.S. in Accounting, Business, or Finance and/or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to form relationships with internal and external stakeholders across various locations
• Strong computer skills
• Attention to detail and the ability to prioritize work

Benefits: 

• Paid time off and Holidays 
• Matching 401k program 
• Pay for performance bonuses. 
• Casual dress code 
• Safety focused culture 
• Family-focused culture 
• Community Giveback opportunities

Interstates is an Equal Employment Opportunity provider and offers a drug free workplace.

Application close date: January 15th or until the right candidate is found.