Payroll Specialist for School District

Poughkeepsie City School District; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 46,721 - 56,280; Full time

Job summary

A public school district in New York is seeking a Payroll Clerk to manage payroll processes and ensure accurate financial transactions. The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma and have experience in payroll management. Responsibilities include entering payroll data, preparing reports, and interacting with other departments. This position demands attention to detail and proficiency with payroll software. Salary ranges from $46,721 to $56,280 based on experience, with opportunities for provisional appointment pending civil service examination.

Qualifications

• Experience with payroll processing and deductions is required.
• Proven ability to verify calculations and maintain accuracy.
• Familiarity with governmental payroll regulations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process and verify payroll-related information accurately.
• Prepare periodic payments and complete necessary forms.
• Interact with other departments to resolve payroll issues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Computational skills

Knowledge of payroll practices

Ability to meet deadlines

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Associate's degree in Business or related field

Tools

Payroll software

Database management systems

Job description

A public school district in New York is seeking a Payroll Clerk to manage payroll processes and ensure accurate financial transactions. The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma and have experience in payroll management. Responsibilities include entering payroll data, preparing reports, and interacting with other departments. This position demands attention to detail and proficiency with payroll software. Salary ranges from $46,721 to $56,280 based on experience, with opportunities for provisional appointment pending civil service examination.