Payroll Specialist II — Precise, Insightful Accounting

The Greater Cincinnati School Application Consortium; Kentucky; On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton County Educational Service Center is seeking an Accounting Specialist II focused on payroll administration within the Treasurer's Office. Responsibilities include accurate payroll processing, record maintenance, and timely reporting, with emphasis on data integrity and compliance.

Qualifications require a solid accounting foundation, strong Excel/Word skills, and prior payroll or finance experience. Applicant must meet pre-employment checks and confidentiality standards.

Qualifications

• Degree requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent; a Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Experience in accounting, payroll, or finance is required or strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with USPS/USAS, CCIP, and SCView is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll data entry, verification, and reconciliation to ensure timely payments.
• Maintain payroll records and support payroll reporting and compliance.
• Respond to payroll inquiries with accurate information and professionalism.
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial processes.

Skills

Accounting principles

Excel & Word

Analytical skills

Written & verbal communication

Attention to detail

Independent work

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree (business adjacent preferred)

Tools

USPS/USAS

CCIP system

SCView

Job description

Hamilton County Educational Service Center is seeking an Accounting Specialist II focused on payroll administration within the Treasurer's Office. Responsibilities include accurate payroll processing, record maintenance, and timely reporting, with emphasis on data integrity and compliance.

Qualifications require a solid accounting foundation, strong Excel/Word skills, and prior payroll or finance experience. Applicant must meet pre-employment checks and confidentiality standards.