Payroll & Accounts Payable Specialist (Education)

Hall County Schools; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Hall County Schools in Gainesville, GA is seeking a Finance Clerk to manage payroll, accounts payable, and district accounting under the Finance Officer.

This role administers the ESS system, maintains payroll records for about 4,200 employees, processes invoices, and helps produce key financial reports.

A degree in accounting or related field is required, with payroll or AP experience preferred; proficiency in Excel is essential.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field.
• Some payroll, accounts payable, or accounting experience preferred.
• Ability to work under supervision and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with ESS and payroll software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll transactions and maintain employee payroll records.
• Administer the ESS system and assist employees with access.
• Process vendor invoices and accounts payable.
• Prepare and distribute reports and assist with year-end forms.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial information.

Skills

Payroll processing

Excel proficiency

Accounting principles

Attention to detail

Education

Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Word

Microsoft Excel

ESS System

Job description

Hall County Schools in Gainesville, GA is seeking a Finance Clerk to manage payroll, accounts payable, and district accounting under the Finance Officer.

This role administers the ESS system, maintains payroll records for about 4,200 employees, processes invoices, and helps produce key financial reports.

A degree in accounting or related field is required, with payroll or AP experience preferred; proficiency in Excel is essential.