Payroll​/Benefit Associate

Payroll/Benefit Associate

North Canton City Schools District Office - North Canton, Ohio Open in Google Maps

Job : 5847514

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 22, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

North Canton City School District

Announcement of Vacancy

Position:
Payroll/Benefit Associate

Employer:

North Canton City School District

Job Overview:

North Canton City Schools is seeking a full-time payroll/benefits employee to accurately process payroll for district employees, ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, as well as maintain complete, up-to-date records. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, professionalism, and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality while working in a collaborative school environment. Prior payroll, fiscal, school finance, or benefit coordination experience is preferred.

Minimum

Qualifications:

• Two-year college degree in finance/accounting preferred. Equivalent experience will be reviewed.
• Possess strong organizational skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Computer skills, including, but not limited to, Microsoft Excel, Word, eFinance
  
  Plus, and staff portion of EMIS
• Ability to direct and work well with other personnel while maintaining confidential information.
• Effective communication skills
• Successful completion of BCI/FBI background checks

Essential

Responsibilities:

• Collects data and prepares payment of salaries and overtime
• Enters attendance and absences
• Gathers new hire information and enters data
• Assists in the preparation and remittance of payroll with holdings
• Assists in monthly payment of insurance premiums
• Assists in benefits administration and helps employees with benefit questions/issues
• Assists in the preparation of tax filings
• Works with other Treasurer’s staff on monthly, quarterly, and annual procedures
• Works with the Treasurer to complete Affordable Care Act compliance, W2s, new contracts, salary notices, and severance payments
• Monitor and manage open enrollment periods, ensuring timely communication and enrollment for eligible employees
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, such as COBRA, HIPAA, and the Affordable Care Act (ACA)
• Maintain accurate records of employee benefits enrollment and eligibility in compliance with district policies and legal requirements
• Process benefits-related changes, such as new hires, terminations, and qualifying life events, and update records accordingly
• Other duties as assigned by the Treasurer

Length of

Contract:

260 Days

Posting

Period:
July 22, 2026, until Filled

Salary:
Per the District Administrative Office Secretary Salary Schedule

Starting

Date:
To be determined based upon availability

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Support Staff >
Accounting/Bookkeeping

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Joey Beall
• 525 7th Street NE
• North Canton, Ohio 44720
• Phone:
• Email: joey.beall