Payroll​/Insurance Specialist

Bonham ISD - Payroll/Insurance Specialist

Payroll/Benefits Specialist

Compile and prepare regular district payroll, including related reports and deposits. Work under moderate supervision to ensure accurate and timely preparation of payroll records according to prescribed procedures and regulations.

• Prepare accurate district payroll for distribution to employees following established procedures.
• Receive and audit time sheets for all district employees. Calculate employee wages, salaries, hours worked, overtime pay, and determine with holdings, deductions, and net pay.
• Balance payroll earnings and deductions; initiate related transfers of funds and deposits.
• Maintain district payroll registers, employee payroll information, and other original documentation in an orderly and accurate manner in accordance with state, federal, and district requirements.

• Prepare and post all payroll changes including payroll deductions, salary changes, termination, and new employee information.

• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required including maintaining payroll and related files such as payroll records, absent-from-duty reports, and service records.
• Prepare and submit payroll reports and forms including those required by Internal Revenue Service, Texas Workforce Commission, Texas Retirement System, Federal Insurance Contributors' Act (FICA), Medicare.

• Work cooperatively with human resource department, principals, department heads, campus and department secretaries, and employees to ensure accuracy of information reported. Resolve payroll problems and inquiries.
• Respond to requests from financial institutions regarding verification of employment.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

None.

Tools/Equipment Used:
Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals.

Posture:
Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.

Motion:
Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.

Lifting:
Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).

Environment:
May work prolonged or irregular hours.

Mental Demands:
Work with frequent interruptions to meet established deadlines; maintain emotional control under stress.

ASAP

Internal applicants should send a letter of interest and resume to Alicia Coonrod, Chief Financial Officer nrod or via inter-office mail.

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED.

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

Knowledge of basic payroll accounting procedures;
Ability to maintain accurate and auditable records;
Ability to use software to create spreadsheets, databases, and do word processing;
Proficiency in keyboarding and file maintenance;
Ability to work with numbers in accurate and rapid manner to meet established deadlines;
Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Experience:

2 years payroll accounting experience.

Based on Experience.

BISD pays $325.00 towards medical premium. BISD pays Telehealth premium for employee. BISD provides a $10,000 Life Insurance Policy for employee.