Payroll/Benefits Specialist

Salado Ind School District; Salado (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Salado ISD Administration is seeking a Payroll/Benefits Specialist to compile and prepare district payroll, run related reports, and ensure accurate deposits under moderate supervision. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and strong knowledge of payroll accounting, records management, and office software; excellent organization and communication skills are essential.

You will work with human resources and campus staff to resolve payroll issues and maintain confidential records

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with payroll accounting procedures preferred.
• Ability to maintain auditable records and handle confidential information.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets, databases, and word processing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare district payroll for distribution on a regular schedule.
• Audit time sheets; compute wages, deductions, and net pay.
• Balance payroll, transfers, and deposits.
• Maintain payroll registers and employee information.
• Prepare payroll reports for IRS and state agencies.

Skills

Payroll accounting procedures

Record keeping

Spreadsheet software

Database skills

Keyboarding

Time management

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Word processing

Job description

Payroll/Benefits Specialist

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Job Details

Job ID: 5940677

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 25, 2026 7:00 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

Compile and prepare regular district payroll, including related reports and deposits. Work under moderate supervision to ensure accurate and timely preparation of payroll records according to prescribed procedures and regulations.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of basic payroll accounting procedures


• Ability to maintain accurate and auditable records


• Ability to use software to create spreadsheets, databases, and do word processing


• Proficiency in keyboarding and file maintenance


• Ability to work with numbers in accurate and rapid manner to meet established deadlines


• Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Payroll Accounting

• Prepare accurate district payroll for distribution to employees following established procedures.


• Receive and audit time sheets for all district employees. Calculate employee wages, salaries, hours worked, overtime pay, and determine withholdings, deductions, and net pay.


• Balance payroll earnings and deductions; initiate related transfers of funds and deposits.


• Maintain district payroll registers, employee payroll information, and other original documentation in an orderly and accurate manner in accordance with state, federal, and district requirements.

Data Entry

• Prepare and post all payroll changes including payroll deductions, salary changes, termination, and new employee information.


• Records and Reports


• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required including maintaining payroll and related files such as payroll records, absent-from-duty reports, and service records.


• Prepare and submit payroll reports and forms including those required by Internal Revenue Service, Texas Workforce Commission, Texas Retirement System, Federal Insurance Contributors’ Act (FICA), Medicare, Texas New Hire Reporting, and Workers’ Compensation Commission.

Other

• Work cooperatively with human resource department, principals, department heads, campus and department secretaries, and employees to ensure accuracy of information reported. Resolve payroll problems and inquiries.


• Respond to requests from financial institutions regarding verification of employment.


• Maintain confidentiality of information.


• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals


• Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting


• Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching


• Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)


• Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours


• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions to meet established deadlines; maintain emotional control under stress

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Accounting/Bookkeeping

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Michael Novotny , Superintendent


• 601 N. Main


• P. O. Box 98


• Salado, Texas 76571


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]