We’re partnering with a CPA firm in the Kansas City Metro that is looking to bring on a Bookkeeper/Payroll Manager. This role is direct hire and fully onsite.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process weekly, biweekly, monthly, quarterly, and on-demand payrolls.

• Enter new employees into the system and ensure all required documentation is submitted.

• Compile and report tip information for payroll inclusion.

• Prepare direct deposits and schedule tax payments (federal, state, and unemployment).

• Prepare and file quarterly payroll reports (Federal 941, State 941, Federal 940, State Unemployment).

• Prepare year-end payroll reports including W-2s and related filings.

• Coordinate W-4 filings with federal and state agencies.

• Calculate and file monthly/quarterly sales and use tax returns.

• Schedule and prepare estimated tax payments for clients.

• Respond to workers’ compensation and I-9 audits.

• Prepare and renew business, occupational, and liquor licenses at city, county, and state levels.

• Log incoming client information using workflow tracking systems.

• Maintain inventory of payroll checks and year-end forms (W-2s, 1099s, 1098s, etc.).

• Coordinate annual 1099 preparation, including client communication and tracking.

• Process and scan tax return documents (individual, corporate, partnership), e-file returns, and manage client document returns.

• Set up new clients across internal systems and client portals.

• Provide basic office support: copying, filing, scanning, mailing, answering phones, and front desk coverage.

Qualifications

• Prior payroll processing experience, all aspects of payroll, new employee set up, processing, quarterly filings, etc...

• Organized, Punctual, Reliable, positive customer service attitude

• Excellent communication skills and positive attitude

• Prior tax preparation experience

• Previous office experience with financial information, payroll, and/or other areas and a desire to learn

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, Outlook

• Preferred - QuickBooks experience

• Preferred - Associates or higher degree in business or accounting field

Salary: $60,000 - $70,000/Yearly

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