Payroll and Benefits Specialist

North College Hill City Schools North College Hill City School District - Cincinnati, Ohio Open in Google Maps Payroll and Benefits Specialist North College Hill City Schools North College Hill City School District - Cincinnati, Ohio Open in Google Maps Job Description Position Title: Payroll and Benefits Specialist Reports To: Treasurer/CFO FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Contract: 260 Days (or as established by the Board of Education), 8 hours per day Position Summary ThePayroll and BenefitsSpecialistisresponsiblefortheaccurateandtimelyprocessingofpayrollfor all district employees. This position ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations; maintains payroll records; administers payroll-related deductions and reporting; and provides excellent customer service to district staff regarding payroll and benefit matters. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Payroll Processing Prepare, process, and distribute payroll for all district employees using USPS Redesign State Software. Reviewandverifytimesheets,attendancerecords,supplementalcontracts,andpayroll inputs. Maintain payroll control spreadsheet for each pay and balance to payroll system. Calculate wages, overtime, leave balances, and deductions. Process payroll adjustments, retroactive pay, and final pay calculations. Ensure payroll deadlines are met accurately and consistently. Do all of the above in accordance with current negotiated agreements and board policy. Regulatory Compliance Ensurecompliancewithapplicablefederal,state,andlocalpayrolllawsand regulations. Maintain compliance with Ohio retirement system reporting requirements,includingSchoolEmployeesRetirementSystem(SERS)andStateTeachers Retirement System (STRS) reporting. Prepare and submit payroll tax filings and related reports. Maintain confidentiality of payroll and personnel information. Benefits and Deductions Administration Processemployeedeductionsincludinginsurance,retirementcontributions,taxwithholdings, garnishments, and voluntary deductions. Reconcile payroll-related deductions and remittances to vendors. Coordinatepayrollchangesrelatedtoemployeebenefitsenrollmentandstatus changes. Coordinate annual open enrollment for insurance including employee meetings as needed. Record Keeping and Reporting Maintain accurate payroll records and supporting documentation. Prepare payroll reports for auditors, administrators, and regulatory agencies. Assist in year-end payroll processing, including W-2 preparation and reporting. Support annual audits by providing required documentation and explanations. Customer Service Respondtoemployeeinquiriesregardingpayroll,taxes,deductions,andleave balances. Assistadministratorsandsupervisorswithpayroll-relatedproceduresandrequirements. Provide training and guidance regarding payroll processes when necessary. Additional Duties Cross train with Accounts Payable/Receivable position. Participate in professional development activities. Perform other duties as assigned by the Treasurer/CFO or designee. Qualifications Education Associate degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field preferred. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Experience Minimumoftwoyearsofpayroll,accounting,orrelatedfinancialexperiencepreferred. Payroll experience in public education or governmental organizations preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledgeofpayrollpractices,accountingprinciples,andfinancial recordkeeping. Proficient understanding of the Uniform School Accounting System account codes. Familiarity with Ohio public school payroll requirements preferred. Proficiency with payroll systems, spreadsheets, and financial software. Strong mathematical, organizational, and analytical skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information. Strong communication and customer service skills. Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities. Licenses/Certifications Payroll certification preferred but not required. Physical Requirements Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and use standard office equipment. Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally. Working Conditions Officeenvironmentwithfrequentinteractionwithemployees,administrators,andoutside agencies. Occasionalovertimemayberequiredduringpayroll processingperiods,fiscalyear-end, and audits. Position Type: Full-time Job Categories: Support Staff > Accounting/Bookkeeping Contact Information District Contact Please See Posting Null, Ohio Null Phone: Please see posting Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr