Accounting/Payroll Specialist

Orange East Supervisory Union; Bradford (VT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Orange East Supervisory Union, based in Bradford, Vermont, is seeking applications for a full-time Accounting/Payroll Specialist to join our Central Office team. This position supports the organization’s accounting, payroll, and human resources functions and requires a high level of accuracy, confidentiality, organization, and customer service.

Position Summary: The Accounting/Payroll Specialist is responsible for performing a variety of accounting, payroll, reporting, and human

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in accounting, business administration, human resources, or related field preferred.
• Experience in accounting, payroll, HR, or related areas.
• Experience with payroll processing and financial/accounting systems preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Ability to maintain confidential records.
• Strong organizational and attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret policies, contracts, and CBAs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills across levels.
• Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and work independently and in a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and with accounting/payroll software.

Responsibilities

• Processes biweekly payroll, quarterly reports, and year-end reporting (including W-2s).
• Maintains payroll records with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Updates payroll records for compensation, benefits, deductions, and status changes.
• Gains understanding of teacher, staff, and master agreements related to payroll/HR.
• Generates reports using automated accounting and payroll systems.
• Prepares and analyzes monthly financial statements and other financial reports.
• Prepares and posts necessary journal entries.
• Processes and records cash receipts.
• Reconciles monthly bank statements and resolves discrepancies.
• Supports budget development and monitoring with administrators and finance staff.
• Ensures proper budgeting, coding, and accounting of expenditures.
• Maintains communication with staff and administrators to provide timely information.
• Responds to payroll/accounting/HR inquiries and troubleshoots issues.
• Researches information and prepares reports for supervisors.
• Identifies opportunities for process improvement and efficiency.
• Handles email/phone inquiries professionally and confidentially.
• Participates in trainings and meetings; performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Payroll processing

Accounting

Confidentiality

Organizational skills

Policy interpretation

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Financial software

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Payroll software

Accounting software

Microsoft Office

Financial reporting systems

Job description

Orange East Supervisory Union Orange East Supervisory Union - Bradford, Vermont Open in Google Maps

Accounting/Payroll Specialist

Orange East Supervisory Union Orange East Supervisory Union - Bradford, Vermont Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5899362

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 24, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Orange East Supervisory Union

Bradford, Vermont

Orange East Supervisory Union, based in Bradford, Vermont, is seeking applications for a full-time Accounting/Payroll Specialist to join our Central Office team. This position supports the organization’s accounting, payroll, and human resources functions and requires a high level of accuracy, confidentiality, organization, and customer service.

Position Summary: The Accounting/Payroll Specialist is responsible for performing a variety of accounting, payroll, reporting, and human resources-related duties. The successful candidate will work closely with the Business Manager, Director of Finance, Superintendent, administrators, and employees to ensure accurate and timely financial and payroll operations and responsive service to staff.

Performance Responsibilities

• Processes biweekly payroll, quarterly reports, and year-end reporting, including W-2s.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date payroll records and files, ensuring appropriate deductions and withholdings.
• Reviews payroll changes and promptly updates payroll records to reflect changes in compensation, benefits, deductions, employment status, and other relevant information.
• Develops a thorough understanding of current teacher, staff, and merged master agreements as they relate to payroll and human resources responsibilities.
• Uses automated accounting and payroll system reporting functions to generate, review, and analyze reports.
• Prepares and analyzes monthly financial statements and other financial reports.
• Prepares and posts journal entries as necessary.
• Processes and records cash receipts.
• Reconciles monthly bank statements and investigates and resolves discrepancies.
• Assists building-level administrators, the Business Manager, and Director of Finance with budget development and monitoring.
• Ensures proper budgeting, coding, and accounting of expenditures in collaboration with appropriate personnel.
• Maintains ongoing communication with employees, principals, supervisors, and other constituents to provide accurate and timely information and assistance.
• Responds to payroll, accounting, and HR-related questions and troubleshoots issues, advising supervisors when appropriate.
• Researches information and prepares reports and other materials for supervisors as assigned.
• Identifies opportunities and makes recommendations for continuous improvement, efficiency, and customer service.
• Receives and responds to email, written correspondence, and telephone inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintains strict confidentiality when handling sensitive and highly personal employee, payroll, financial, and human resources information.
• Participates in administrative trainings, meetings, staff meetings, and professional development activities as requested and appropriate.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in accounting, business administration, human resources, or a related field preferred; equivalent education and relevant experience may be considered.
• Previous experience in accounting, payroll, human resources, or a related field required.
• Experience with payroll processing and financial/accounting systems preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate and confidential records.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, contracts, and collective bargaining agreements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with employees and administrators at all levels.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities, meet deadlines, and work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn and effectively use financial, payroll, and human resources software.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality when working with sensitive information.

Application Process

Interested candidates should apply through SchoolSpring and include the following:

• Cover letter
• Current resume
• Three current letters of recommendation

Orange East Supervisory Union is committed to providing a professional, collaborative, and supportive work environment and welcomes qualified candidates to apply.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Accounting/Bookkeeping

Support Staff > Administrative Assistant

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Timothy Ross , Director of Finance
• 64 Main Street
• Bradford, Vermont 05033
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]