Payroll Analyst: Compliance & Reporting Specialist

Talentify; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Elementary School District is seeking a payroll specialist to perform a variety of payroll processing duties, analyze data for accuracy and compliance, and respond to employee and supervisor questions. The role handles biweekly pay, prepares reports, maintains records, and acts as backup to the Payroll Manager, ensuring timely and accurate payroll.

Knowledge of tax laws and payroll software is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of payroll data management experience.
• Valid Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing payroll reports and bank reconciliation for district personnel and agencies.
• Apply Federal and State tax laws to payroll withholding and reporting.
• Maintain payroll-related records and employee classifications.
• Respond to inquiries from employees and supervisors; provide information.
• Back up payroll processing in the Payroll Manager's absence.
• Coordinate with outside entities on payroll issues and procedures.
• Attend seminars to stay updated on payroll procedures and share information with staff.
• Collaborate with district staff on software systems that integrate with payroll.
• Review court orders to establish child support deductions and report garnishments.

Skills

Payroll knowledge

Tax laws

Government payroll

Spreadsheet skills

Software proficiency

Data analysis

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

AZ IVP fingerprint clearance

Tools

School ERP Pro

TimeClock Plus

Job description

Washington Elementary School District is seeking a payroll specialist to perform a variety of payroll processing duties, analyze data for accuracy and compliance, and respond to employee and supervisor questions. The role handles biweekly pay, prepares reports, maintains records, and acts as backup to the Payroll Manager, ensuring timely and accurate payroll.

Knowledge of tax laws and payroll software is essential.