Payroll Specialist

DISTRICT PAYROLL & BENEFITS SPECIALIST JOB DESCRIPTION

• Position Type:
  Business Office/ Payroll Specialist
• Date Posted: 1/2/2026
• Location:
  
  Boone CSD Central Office

Payroll & Benefits Specialist

The Payroll & Benefits Specialist is responsible for payroll processing, reporting and compliance for over 350 staff members of the Boone Community School District. This position ensures that all district employees are compensated accurately and on time in accordance with district policies, negotiated agreements, and federal and state regulations. This is an hourly, full-time, 12‑month position offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

• Associates degree in Accounting, Business or Finance. Bachelors degree preferred.
• Two years of recent payroll and benefits experience in an organization of comparable size. Experience with payroll processing in an educational organization preferred.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• High degree of efficiency, accuracy and accountability.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficient computer skills required, particularly in Microsoft Office and Google applications.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and FERPA regulations.
• Capacity to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work professionally with staff, administrators and auditors.
• Must pass background checks and comply with state and district requirements.

Director of Business Services

• Prepare and analyze monthly payroll for all district employees, including exempt and non‑exempt staff.
• Manage workflow to ensure payroll transactions are processed accurately and timely.
• Maintain the District's time management system.
• Ensure compliance with IRS regulations, IPERS regulations, Section 125 plan regulations, health insurance regulations, etc.
• Enforce established payroll‑related policies, procedures and regulations.
• Timely and accurately process tax payments, garnishments, child support and other deductions as required.
• Process direct deposit ACH files and submissions to financial institutions. Monitor and reconcile positive pay exceptions with the district's bank.
• Prepare and submit quarterly 941 tax returns and other federal and state reports.
• Perform calendar year‑end functions, including W‑2 processing and reconciliation.
• Administer health, dental, LTD and life insurance benefits.
• Assist with administration of worker's compensation insurance.
• Assist with the District's annual financial audit.
• Serve as a resource person for the staff on the District’s employee benefit programs.
• Identify and report potential payroll discrepancies, compliance issues or over‑expenditures.
• Regular and reliable in‑person attendance is an essential function of this position.
• Maintain professional growth through organization membership, workshops and/or related professional learning.
• Assist Director of Business Services in carrying out various business office functions as may be necessary.

Twelve month hourly position. Regular office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Full‑time benefits available. Minimum pay $25/hr commensurate with experience.

Performance of this job to be evaluated annually by the District Director of Business Services.

Light work – lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling 20–50 lbs. occasionally, 10–25 lbs. occasionally or up to 10 lbs. frequently. Stooping and kneeling occasionally. Reaching, talking, and hearing frequently. Must be able to remain mobile throughout the work day.

Boone Community School District is an equal opportunity employer. If you have questions or a grievance, contact the BCSD Equity Coordinator Mrs. Jill Janes, jjanes.ia.us, at BCSD, 500 7th Street, Boone, Iowa 50036; .