Payroll Specialist — District Office (Full-Time)

Tooele County School District; Tooele (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Tooele County School District is seeking a Payroll Specialist to administer the district's payroll function under the Business Administrator. The role ensures accurate payroll data, reporting, internal controls, and regulatory compliance.

You will implement procedures and coordinate with district personnel to maintain payroll services. The position requires confidentiality, knowledge of federal/state wages, and solid accounting principles, with preferred associates or bachelor’s in accounting

Qualifications

• Preference given to Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field.
• Some payroll processing experience preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial information.

Responsibilities

• Inputs and processes payroll information to ensure timely and accurate payments.
• Serve as primary contact for pay stub discrepancies, direct deposit, or tax questions.
• Handle verification of employment and wage information requests.
• Complete manual calculations for special compensation requirements.
• Update payroll information for wage, deductions, and tax changes annually as needed.
• Prepare and distribute annual tax information (W-2s) and related reports.
• Ensure compliance with federal/state wage laws and internal controls.
• Coordinate with district staff to maintain payroll services and programs.

Skills

Confidentiality

Wages & hour laws

Accounting principles

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Problem solving

Payroll processing knowledge

Education

Associates or Bachelor's in Accounting

Tools

Word

Excel

10-key

Job description

Tooele County School District is seeking a Payroll Specialist to administer the district's payroll function under the Business Administrator. The role ensures accurate payroll data, reporting, internal controls, and regulatory compliance.

You will implement procedures and coordinate with district personnel to maintain payroll services. The position requires confidentiality, knowledge of federal/state wages, and solid accounting principles, with preferred associates or bachelor’s in accounting