Payroll Specialist
Listed on 2026-10-11
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Accounting
Payroll, Financial Compliance
Direct and manage payroll activities of the district. Develop and implement payroll procedures to ensure timely processing of payroll and the applicable payment of all benefits and payroll deductions. Ensure compliance with applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
Job TitlePayroll Specialist
Primary PurposeDirect and manage payroll activities of the district. Develop and implement payroll procedures to ensure timely processing of payroll and the applicable payment of all benefits and payroll deductions. Ensure compliance with applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
Qualifications Education/CertificationBachelor's Degree in Accounting
Special Knowledge/Skills- Knowledge of local, state, and federal requirements relating to payroll issues and reports
- Knowledge of auditing and accounting principles
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency skills in keyboarding and file maintenance
- Ability to work with numbers in accurate and rapid manner to meet established deadlines
- Ability to use personal computer and software to develop spreadsheets, databases, and so word processing
Five years payroll experience
Major Responsibilities And Duties Payroll- Lead all payroll preparation and production, including regular, special, and supplemental payrolls. Ensure adherence to standards and procedures, and take steps to correct problems, delays, and inaccuracies.
- Ensure accuracy of payroll data input and calculations, balancing each payroll prior to check disbursement.
- Process payment of all liabilities generated through payroll, including taxes, Teacher Retirement System (TRS) deposits, insurance, etc.
- Coordinate payroll operations with other accounting and data processing units, confer with other administrative and technical staff regarding changes and new systems, and participate in developing, implementing, and testing procedures.
- Process and resolve direct deposit and other banking interactions.
- Prepare and post all payroll changes including payroll deductions, salary changes, termination, and new employee information.
- Records and Reports
- 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, Texas New Hire Reporting, and Workers' Compensation Commission.
- 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.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Standard office equipment including personal computer, printer, fax machine, copier, and calculator.
PostureProlonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
MotionRepetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
LiftingOccasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
EnvironmentMay work prolonged or irregular hours
Mental DemandsWork with frequent interruptions to meet established deadlines; maintain emotional control under stress
Building/Campus Administration Office
Salary:
From 59059.00
Salary:
To 81240.00
Salary Type Annually
Additional Job InformationOlga Mendez
Chief Financial Officer
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