Payroll Specialist I — District Office

Florence Unified School District No. 1; Florence (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Florence Unified School District No. 1 is seeking a Payroll Specialist I to handle the accurate processing of payroll for all district employees. You will ensure compliance with laws and district policies while providing excellent customer service to staff.

Responsibilities include bi-weekly and monthly payroll processing, data entry in School ERP Pro, and collaboration with internal/external parties to ensure accuracy. Strong attention to detail and confidentiality are essential.

Qualifications

• Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail in data entry and payroll calculations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to resolve payroll discrepancies.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive payroll and employee information.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process bi-weekly/monthly payroll for all district employees.
• Ensure accurate calculations of wages, overtime, deductions; liaise with county/state agencies as needed.
• Enter payroll data into the payroll system (School ERP Pro) including hires/terminations/transfers; review time sheets in Visions.
• Assist with audits for compliance with local, state, and federal laws; prepare materials.
• Process and monitor employee leave requests; perform routine internal audits of leave plans.
• Communicate payroll discrepancies to supervisor and resolve issues in a timely manner.

Skills

Data entry

Payroll calculations

Confidentiality

Time management

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accounting background

Microsoft Excel proficiency

1-3 years office experience

Tools

TimeClock Plus

School ERP Pro

Visions

Excel

Job description

Florence Unified School District No. 1 is seeking a Payroll Specialist I to handle the accurate processing of payroll for all district employees. You will ensure compliance with laws and district policies while providing excellent customer service to staff.

Responsibilities include bi-weekly and monthly payroll processing, data entry in School ERP Pro, and collaboration with internal/external parties to ensure accuracy. Strong attention to detail and confidentiality are essential.