Staff Accountant: Payroll & Financial Systems

Montgomery County Public Schools; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 54,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools is seeking a Staff Accountant in the Department of Controller. The role handles payroll accounting, payroll systems, and system development for MCPS payroll operations.

The position requires a bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, with a CPA desirable and Master’s preferred. It involves complex financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance responsibilities within a full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field (required).
• Master's degree preferred. CPA desirable.

Responsibilities

• Performs technical payroll accounting and maintains payroll computer systems.
• Coordinates accounting and computer operations for current and future payroll systems.
• Oversees MCPS's overall payroll operations.
• Applies knowledge of tax, Social Security, unemployment and workers’ compensation laws, and budgeting/encumbrance/auditing requirements.

Skills

Payroll accounting

System knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Billing & reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Master's degree preferred

CPA desirable

Tools

Oracle Financials

Job description

Montgomery County Public Schools is seeking a Staff Accountant in the Department of Controller. The role handles payroll accounting, payroll systems, and system development for MCPS payroll operations.

The position requires a bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, with a CPA desirable and Master’s preferred. It involves complex financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance responsibilities within a full-time schedule.