Payroll & Accounts Payable Specialist

Hall County Schools; Gainesville (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Hall County Schools is seeking a Finance Clerk to manage payroll, accounts payable, and accounting functions under the Finance Officer. You will develop reports and internal controls, ensure data accuracy, and support compliance with district and regulatory guidelines.

The role includes ESS system administration, processing vendors and employee payments, and preparing year-end reporting. Strong knowledge of Excel/Word and confidentiality is essential.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field.
• Some payroll, accounting, or accounts payable processing experience preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and security of financial information.

Responsibilities

• Processes payroll transactions and maintains employee payroll records.
• Administers the District's ESS system and assists employees with access and payroll info.
• Responds to payroll inquiries and resolves discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Collaborates with HR to process Personnel Actions for ~4,200 employees.
• Maintains payroll checks and direct deposit documentation.
• Provides training on payroll software and procedures.
• Interactions and reconciliations with TRS/PSERS as needed.
• Processes accounts payable transactions to ensure timely payments.
• Reviews invoices, purchase orders, and supporting documentation for accuracy.
• Assists with general ledger balance reconciliations and reporting.

Skills

Payroll processing

Accounts payable

Excel

Word

Reporting

Confidentiality

Time management

Education

Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Payroll, accounting, or accounts payable experience preferred

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Hall County Schools is seeking a Finance Clerk to manage payroll, accounts payable, and accounting functions under the Finance Officer. You will develop reports and internal controls, ensure data accuracy, and support compliance with district and regulatory guidelines.

The role includes ESS system administration, processing vendors and employee payments, and preparing year-end reporting. Strong knowledge of Excel/Word and confidentiality is essential.