Job Description:

Saab, Inc. in Syracuse, NY is seeking a dynamic, results-oriented individual for the position of Accounting Specialist for Payroll, to contribute as an integral part of the Corporate Accounting Team.

Responsibilities Include:

• Audit and process employee travel and living expenses
• Review pending transactions on a bi-monthly basis
  • Send email correspondence to Mangers monthly for their direct reports
  • Send email correspondence to employees who have expense transactions to expense
• Order Corporate Credit cards on an as needed basis
• Conduct 1:1 training with employees on how to create expense reports
• Handling inquiries relating to expenses
• Retrieve American Express reporting monthly
• Administer Compliance coding requests in ERP system on as needed basis
• Gathering and examining timesheets
• Running files in ERP then importing to ADP
  • New Hires
  • Maintenance
  • Hours
  • Expense Reports

• Review and validate payroll reports prior to submission
• Retrieve payroll reports, review
• Complete breakdown worksheet for benefits that pull monies to fund the benefit, each payroll has their own designated bank account
• Completing terminations within ERP and ADP
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

Skills and Experience:

• HS Diploma, Associates Degree in Accounting preferred
• 2+ years of experience in Payroll and/or in an accounting discipline
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite of applications, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Solid written and oral communication skills and analytical problem solving
• Sound and consistent business judgment, a good grasp of Company priorities and a sense of urgency
• High level of enthusiasm, with the ability to remain flexible to meet internal and external needs
• Oracle experience helpful, but not required
• ADP experience helpful, but not required

Citizenship Requirements:

Must be a U.S. citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder), or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Drug-Free Workplaces:

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Benefits:

Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, business-casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits:

• Medical, vision and dental insurance for employees and dependents
• Paid time off including: minimum of 3 weeks vacation, 5 floating holidays, 8 designated holidays, parental leave, personal illness, bereavement, jury duty, long-term and short-term disability
• 401(k) with immediate vesting on employer match
• Tuition assistance
• Student loan assistance
• Wellness account, Care.com subscription and employee assistance programs
• Employee stock purchase program with employer match

About Us:

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 18,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer, more sustainable and more equitable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in seven U.S. locations.

Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.