Payroll Specialist - School District

Spring-Ford Area School District; Royersford (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

PSERS retirement

Job summary

Spring-Ford Area School District is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to join its Business Office. The role centers on accurate payroll data entry, maintaining payroll records, and administering payroll systems with a focus on compliance and timely processing.

The ideal candidate will have strong Excel/Adobe skills, excellent communication, and problem-solving abilities to serve internal and external customers. This is a full-time position with competitive benefits and a daytime schedule.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required in business or accounting.
• 2–3 years payroll processing experience preferred; 500+ employees experience is a plus.
• Proficient with MS Windows, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and Google Suite.
• Familiarity with payroll systems, data entry, and compliance with regulations.

Responsibilities

• Enter, verify, and process payroll data accurately and on schedule.
• Maintain complete and accurate payroll records and related changes.
• Administer payroll systems, deductions, and adjustments and remit payments.
• Review payroll information for accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare and file annual payroll tax reports (W-2s, etc.).
• Ensure payroll processes comply with laws and district policies.
• Respond to payroll questions with professional, courteous service.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Customer service

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Associates degree in business or accounting

Payroll certification (preferred)

Tools

MS Windows

MS Office

Google Suite

Payroll software

Adobe

Job description

Spring-Ford Area School District is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to join its Business Office. The role centers on accurate payroll data entry, maintaining payroll records, and administering payroll systems with a focus on compliance and timely processing.

The ideal candidate will have strong Excel/Adobe skills, excellent communication, and problem-solving abilities to serve internal and external customers. This is a full-time position with competitive benefits and a daytime schedule.