Position Type: Exempt/Supervisory/Administrative SpecialistDate Posted: 12/6/2024Location: Perry, OH (Lake Co.)Full-Time Payroll/Benefits Specialist Job Title: Full-Time Payroll/Benefits Specialist Compensation: Rate of pay comensurate with experience Job Summary: Under the direct supervision of Chief Financial Officer, to administer the District's payroll/benefits functions, including developing reporting procedures and internal controls; implementing procedures and processes; ensuring the accuracy of payroll/benefits-related data and compliance with requirements and guidelines.
- Inputs and processes payroll/benefit information in accordance with established practices; assuring accurate program and funds distribution for timely and accurate payment.
- Inputs and maintains all information into the payroll processing system regarding federal and state taxes, as well as all deductions (e.g., retirement, health insurance, dues).
- Maintains direct deposit system to ensure proper deposits of payroll checks.
- Coordinates with personnel for the purpose of setting up and maintaining payroll/benefit services and/or programs.
- Maintains reporting procedures and internal controls for timely and accurate completion of municipal (town), federal and state reporting requirements.
- Implements assigned programs and projects for the purpose of conforming to administrative, state and/or federal requirements.
- Recommends policies, procedures and/or actions for the purpose of providing direction for meeting the payroll/benefit objectives.
- Researches discrepancies of payroll/benefit information and/or documentation for the purpose of ensuring accuracy and implementing corrective measures, as necessary.
- Updates payroll/benefit information annually as needed.
- Prepares and distribute all annual tax information (i.e., W-2 statements).
- Inputs information regarding attendance for posting and reporting.
- Composes a variety of materials (e.g. reports, memos, letters, procedures, manuals, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference and/or conveying information.
- Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the accounting system.
- This description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Qualifications: Minimum Required Qualifications:
- Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:
- Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field, with course work in business, math, accounting, bookkeeping and record keeping.
- Some successful payroll/benefit processing experience preferred.
Application Process: Please apply on-line via the Perry Local Schools web-site at www.perry-lake.org See Job Opportunities . Selection Procedure: Satisfy all statutory provisions governing submission of all pre-employment requirements including a criminal record background check and recommendation of prior employer(s). Questions: Please contact: CFO, Jennifer Capo at ...@perry-lake.org or 440-###-#### x9221 Application Deadline: Until filled Date Posted: December 6, 2024 (Note: The District retains the right not to fill this vacancy depending on District needs.)