Payroll Specialist

Job Description

• The job of Payroll Specialist was established for the purpose / s of providing timely and accurate payment of school employees;

ensuring the accuracy of time sheets, preliminary reports, spreadsheets, employee records, etc.; and addressing payroll related inquiries.

Qualifications :

Education : High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience : Job-related experience within the specialized field with increasing levels of responsibility required.

Essential Functions

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform single, technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job

conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include : operating standard office equipment using pertinent software applications;payroll procedures; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and / or geometry; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and / or present information to others; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include : office application software; business telephone etiquette; and payroll / accounting procedures.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities; often gather, collate, and / or classify data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and / or groups; work with data of varied types and / or purposes; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include :

Other Responsibilities

Clearances :

Public Health Compliance

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