School District Payroll Specialist

Blue Ridge District Office; Lakeside (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Ridge School District in Lakeside, AZ seeks a Payroll Specialist to handle complex payroll and related accounting for district employees. This role ensures accuracy, confidentiality, and timely processing, while complying with federal/state laws and Arizona retirement requirements.

Responsibilities include processing bi-weekly payroll, reviewing timesheets, deductions, and preparing reports for auditors and administration. Strong customer service and Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience with computerized payroll systems is preferred.
• Knowledge of federal and state wage and hour laws is desirable.
• Strong accuracy and confidentiality in payroll data.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll accurately and on time.
• Review timesheets, leave reports, stipends, and supplemental pay.
• Calculate wages, overtime, deductions, and adjustments.
• Maintain payroll records per laws and district policies.
• Prepare payroll reports for administration and auditors.
• Assist with ASRS reporting and year-end payroll tasks.
• Respond to employee payroll questions and coordinate with HR.

Skills

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Payroll software

Job description

Blue Ridge School District in Lakeside, AZ seeks a Payroll Specialist to handle complex payroll and related accounting for district employees. This role ensures accuracy, confidentiality, and timely processing, while complying with federal/state laws and Arizona retirement requirements.

Responsibilities include processing bi-weekly payroll, reviewing timesheets, deductions, and preparing reports for auditors and administration. Strong customer service and Excel skills are essential.