Senior Education Payroll Specialist

Orange County Department of Education; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Orange County Department of Education seeks a Senior Payroll Technician to ensure accurate and timely payroll for OCDE and partner districts. The role will prepare and audit payroll transactions, interpret complex laws, and resolve issues while maintaining records and providing guidance.

The position requires five+ years in payroll/timekeeping, plus an associate degree in bookkeeping or related field. Collaboration with internal teams and external agencies ensures regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in bookkeeping, accounting, or a closely related field.
• At least five (5) years of experience in performing timekeeping and payroll duties and functions; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform highly specialized payroll functions to ensure accurate and timely processing.
• Prepare and audit payroll transactions and interpret complex payroll laws.
• Research and resolve payroll issues and maintain payroll records.
• Provide technical guidance to employees and district staff.

Skills

Payroll

Timekeeping

Auditing

Regulations

Education

Associate's degree in bookkeeping

Job description

Orange County Department of Education seeks a Senior Payroll Technician to ensure accurate and timely payroll for OCDE and partner districts. The role will prepare and audit payroll transactions, interpret complex laws, and resolve issues while maintaining records and providing guidance.

The position requires five+ years in payroll/timekeeping, plus an associate degree in bookkeeping or related field. Collaboration with internal teams and external agencies ensures regulatory compliance.