Payroll Specialist: Precise, Confidential, School District

Uintah School District; Naples (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Uintah School District in Utah is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage accurate, timely payroll for all district employees, ensuring compliance with district policies and federal/state regulations. You will maintain payroll records, review transactions, work with Human Resources, and provide confidential customer service while staying current on laws such as FLSA and Utah rules.

This full-time role requires CPP certification within one year and experience with payroll software; occasional

Qualifications

• CPP certification within 1 year of start date.
• Experience with payroll tax reporting (IRS Form 941) and W-2 processing preferred.
• Proficiency with payroll and financial software; Excel proficiency expected.

Responsibilities

• Administer payroll for the district, ensuring accuracy and on-schedule payments.
• Maintain payroll records in compliance with policy and privacy requirements.
• Review payroll transactions for accuracy and compliance (contracts, deductions, benefits, taxes).
• Collaborate with Human Resources to keep employee data current.
• Process payroll tax deposits and year-end filings in regulatory compliance.
• Provide confidential payroll information to employees and support district financial operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPP certification (within 1 year)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Payroll software

Job description

Uintah School District in Utah is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage accurate, timely payroll for all district employees, ensuring compliance with district policies and federal/state regulations. You will maintain payroll records, review transactions, work with Human Resources, and provide confidential customer service while staying current on laws such as FLSA and Utah rules.

This full-time role requires CPP certification within one year and experience with payroll software; occasional