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Accounting Supervisor

Company:
Upper Saucon Township - Center Valley, PA , United States

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Job Description:

Upper Saucon Twp. seeks F/T Accounting Supervisor in Finance Dept.  Seeking a team member whose primary responsibilities include Payroll, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.  Assists the Finance Director with various departmental tasks as requested. Cross-departmental collaboration to ensure the accurate records required for the financial stability and sustainability of the Township. This Aa2-rated Lehigh Valley municipality has a General Fund budget of roughly $13 million serving a population of 18,000 residents and 4,000 water/sewer utility customers. Bachelor’s degree and 3 years municipal or nonprofit accounting experience preferred. Command of fund accounting and generally accepted accounting and auditing practices highly preferred. Salary for position $78,000 - $87,000. Township also offers a benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and a defined contribution retirement plan. Forward cover letter and resume to: Upper Saucon Asst. Township Manager, 5500 Camp Meeting Road, Center Valley, PA 18034, or email to: resume@uppersaucon.org.  Deadline to apply is Monday, June 9, 2025.  EOE.

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GENERAL SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Finance Director, the Accounting Supervisor’s primary responsibilities include Payroll, Benefit Administration, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.  Assists the Finance Director with budget and audit preparation as requested.  

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Payroll and New Employee Onboarding:
  • Ensures employees are paid timely, accurately and in accordance with Township policies and union contracts.
  • Reviews payroll time sheets for accuracy, computes calculations of wages; processes pay increases, processes other special payments per the employee handbook, union contracts, etc.; Submits payroll and distributes checks as needed.
  • Manages and tracks vacation, personal, sick and other forms of leave consistent with Township policies and union contracts.
  • Processes personnel status changes, including transfers, promotions, demotions, and terminations in accordance with Township policies and union agreements.
  • Administers and processes various employee benefits programs, such as paid time off, group health, dental and vision, life insurance, pension plans, Act 457 Plan and flexible spending accounts.  Assists employees with benefits enrollment and terminations.
  • Assists retirees and former employees with COBRA and other issues.
  • Updates and maintains electronic records and databases containing employee information.
  • Manages Annual Benefits Open Enrollment.
  • Manages all Payroll  year-end reporting including W-2’s & ACA, etc.
• Manages accounts payable:
  • Gathers and reviews invoices, compares invoices for accuracy, contacts vendors directly or contacts department heads to resolve any discrepancies.
  • Processes credit applications and tax exemption certificates for new vendors; sends and receives W-9’s; maintains vendor lists.
  • Tracks decision packages per the annual budget.
  • Assigns General Ledger codes to township invoices as needed; Using spreadsheets to distribute fuel, cellphone, insurance and other bills to appropriate departments.
  • Manages purchasing in accordance with the Purchasing Guidelines.
  • Manages 1099’s review and submission. 
• Accounts receivable:
  • Creates Invoices for reimbursements, etc.
  • Oversees the accounting for and collections of accounts receivable, including preparation of delinquent letters and follow-up phone calls.
• Additional Responsibilities:
  • Assists the Finance Director, as needed, with debt service payments, purchasing, gathering information for the auditor, reports, budget preparation, journal entries, etc.
  • Maintains and organizes fiscal records (paper and computer) in compliance with federal and state laws, generally accepted accounting practices, GASB regulations and Township policies.
  • Communicates regularly with Finance Director.
  • Attends training sessions, workshops and classes related to job duties.
  • Stays current with emerging issues related to payroll, Accounts Payable, municipal finance and benefits administration, etc.
  • Behaves in a professional and courteous manner when interacting with the public and other employees.
  • Responds to questions and complaints from the public with courtesy and understanding.
  • Maintains regular, reliable and punctual attendance.
  • Collaborates with Department Heads and other employees regarding reports and issues related to payroll, benefits, AP etc.
  • Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

 

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting.
• Minimum of three years relevant experience in municipal accounting or non-profit fund accounting.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel. Experience with Caselle Government Accounting Software a plus.  
• Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking skills.
• Exercises initiative and judgement in accordance with accepted practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both verbally and in writing.  Ability to write letters, memos, reports and emails in a courteous and professional manner.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees.
• Ability to perform work with limited supervision.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information.

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Contact Information

Joseph Geib
Center Valley, PA 18034
Phone: NA
Fax: NA
resume@uppersaucon.org