Human Resources and Accounting Analyst

Company overview: IMPACTER builds K–12 assessment and curriculum systems that help schools measure and grow “Skills for the Future” and Portrait of a Graduate competencies. We value speed with rigor, clear ownership, and using AI responsibly to increase productivity and reduce low-leverage work. IMPACTER is seeking a detail-oriented, highly organized HR & Operations Analyst to serve as a foundational anchor for our internal business operations. Reporting directly to the Senior VP of Finance, this dual-impact role will take primary ownership of our day-to-day Human Resources and payroll functions, while simultaneously managing our essential accounting and bookkeeping workflows. The ideal candidate possesses a strong analytical mindset, structural discipline, and a proven ability to maintain absolute confidentiality. You will be the primary gatekeeper for employee data, payroll integrity, and daily financial records, ensuring our operational systems keep pace with company growth.

Key Responsibilities

Human Resources & Payroll Administration

• End-to-End Payroll Processing: Own the preparation, verification, and timely execution of semi-monthly payroll cycles for all W-2 employees and contract personnel.
• Employee Onboarding & Compliance: Manage the new-hire documentation lifecycle, ensuring flawless execution of Forms I-9, W-4s, state tax withholdings, direct deposits, and internal policy acknowledgments.
• HR Data & Systems Management: Maintain accurate, up-to-date employee profiles, org charts, and compliance trackers within our HRIS and internal systems.
• Benefits Coordination: Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits enrollment, tracking payroll deductions, and assisting with annual renewals.

Light Accounting & Bookkeeping

• Daily Financial Tracking: Manage routine bookkeeping entries, categorize expenses, and monitor accounts payable/receivable to support the VP of Finance.
• Invoice & Expense Management: Review, verify, and process corporate invoices and employee expense reports, ensuring proper documentation and general ledger alignment.
• Account Reconciliation: Conduct monthly bank and credit card reconciliations to ensure financial records remain accurate and trusted.
• Audit & Reporting Support: Assist the VP of Finance in pulling documentation and preparing ledger schedules for quarterly reporting, board updates, and tax filings.

Special Projects & General Operations

• Provide cross-functional administrative bandwidth for special operational projects as they arise.
• Identify opportunities to automate or streamline existing HR and bookkeeping workflows.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field is strongly preferred. Experience: 3-5 years of professional experience handling a mix of payroll, basic HR administration, and bookkeeping/accounting. Requirements & Qualifications Technical Skills:

• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks Online, Xero) and modern HRIS/payroll platforms (e.g., Gusto, Rippling, Paylocity).
• Strong Google Sheets/Excel skills are a must.

Discretion & Integrity:

• A flawless track record of handling highly sensitive personnel data, executive compensation details, and corporate financial records with complete confidentiality.
• Scaffolding to Autonomy: Ability to thrive in a structured environment where procedures are documented, while possessing the independent problem-solving skills to troubleshoot routine payroll or data discrepancies.
• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; ability to interface professionally with internal team members and external vendors.

Compensation & Perks Salary range: Full-time: $65,000–$80,000 (commensurate to experience) Benefits: Standard benefits package (health insurance, PTO, etc.) per company policy. Equal Opportunity statement: IMPACTER is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. How to apply: Email your resume / application to [email protected] with the subject line: Human Resources and Accounting Analyst