ACCOUNTANT/PAYROLL SPECIALIST

Little Blue Valley Sewer District, a public agency created in 1968, operates two wastewater treatment facilities in Jackson and Cass counties in western Missouri with offices located in Independence.  The district serves a growing region in the eastern and southeastern Kansas City metropolitan area with a combined treatment capacity of 54 MGD encompassing approximately 278 square miles of land area and has a reputation for environmental excellence.

Why Work at LBVSD?

We invest in our employees just as much as our infrastructure.

We offer competitive pay and an outstanding benefits package, including:

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• 15 paid holidays plus paid vacation and sick leave
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• Health insurance
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• Dental insurance (employee coverage at no cost)
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• Vision insurance (employee & dependents at no cost)
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• Life, short-term & long-term disability insurance (at no cost to employees)
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• Tuition reimbursement
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• Pension/retirement
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Starting Wage: Dependent on Qualifications (DOQ)
Pay Range: $31.46  – $47.18 per hour

We are looking for an ACCOUNTANT/PAYROLL SPECIALIST!

This position plays a critical role in ensuring accurate processing of bi-weekly payroll for union and non-union employees, some work various shifts for our 24/7 operation, and supporting essential accounting functions while handling sensitive and confidential information.

Key responsibilities include:

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• Processing payroll accurately and on schedule
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• Supporting accounting and financial recordkeeping functions
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• Preparing routine reports, correspondence, and documentation
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• Working independently or collaboratively across departments
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• Maintaining strict confidentiality standards
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Required Qualifications:

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• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited four-year college or university
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  • Minimum of two years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
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• Payroll experience (experience with 24/7 operations and/or union payroll is a plus)
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• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and standard office equipment
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• Comfortable handling confidential and sensitive information
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• Strong written & verbal communication skills
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• Ability to work independently and with staff at all organizational levels
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• Valid driver’s license with a driving record that meets LBVSD policy requirements
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Monday–Friday, Full-Time, Hourly Non-Exempt, Non-Union

Ready to apply?

Email your résumé or inquiries to

jobs@lbvsd.org

Position open until filled. (EOE M/F/D/V)