Payroll Accountant

Payroll Accountant

Job : 5791230

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Starting Date: Immediately

Job is closed

Job Title: Payroll Accountant

Exempt: No

Grade: 117

Location: Financial Services

Term of Employment: 12-Month

Reports To: Payroll Supervisor

Summary: The job of Payroll Accountant is to assure, under supervision, accuracy and compliance of payroll reports, time sheets, etc.; ensure accurate program and funds distribution; and provide personnel with requested information necessary for timely and accurate payment of district employees.

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• Social Security Card
• Proof of immunity to Measles and German Measles
• Valid picture
• Fingerprint/background clearance (upon employment)
• Job‑related experience

Such alternatives to the above required & preferred qualifications may be found appropriate and acceptable.

• Maintains payroll information (e.g., pay rates, records, leave records) for an up-to-date reference and audit trail for compliance.
• Monitors employee status (e.g., leave time, work location) to ensure accurate distribution of funds and payroll.
• Prepares various reports to provide written support and/or convey information.
• Processes payroll information (e.g., time sheets, withholding information) to update and authorize timely payment.
• Reconciles account balances (e.g., labor distribution, time sheets, leave) to maintain accurate balances and distribution of funds.
• Researches discrepancies of financial information and/or documentation to ensure accuracy and adherence to procedures prior to processing.
• Responds to written and verbal inquiries (e.g., teachers, substitutes, government agencies, and/or staff) to provide information and/or direction as required.
• Supervises the overall activities of the payroll department to ensure efficient operation.
• Assists other personnel as may be required to support them in completing their work activities.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned by the Superintendent/Designee.

Planning and organizing projects; operating standard office equipment; algebra or geometry; reading manuals, writing documents, presenting information; understanding complex, multi‑step oral and written instructions; knowledge of pertinent codes, policies, regulations and/or laws.

Ability to schedule activities, gather and collate data, use basic job‑related equipment; flexibility to work independently or with others; problem solving; working under time constraints; attention to detail; maintaining detailed records; meeting deadlines.

Working under limited supervision using standardized practices; leading, guiding and coordinating others; operating within a defined budget.

Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling; fine‑finger dexterity; 90% sitting, 5% walking, 5% standing; performed in a healthy environment.

Position Type: Full‑Time

Salary: $20.75 Per Hour

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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