Payroll & Benefits Coordinator for Education

Job Title: Payroll Assistant Job Location: Montgomery County Educational Service Center Start Date: August 1, 2025 Salary: C ommensurate with experience Full/Part-Time: Full-Time, 40 hours per week Days: 260 Who We Are: We're a premier provider of high quality, cost effective, special education services in Ohio. We serve 16 public school districts in our county and more than 130 educational entities across Ohio. # WeAreMCESC ! What You’ll Do: Process Payroll, Benefits, and Related Reports Accurately process payroll for certified and classified school staff in compliance with district policies and state/federal regulations. Administer benefit deductions and ensure timely submission of required payroll reports. Maintain Accurate Records and Audit Trails Ensure all financial and employee records are up-to-date, well-organized, and audit-ready. Track payroll transactions, benefits changes, and other personnel actions with detailed documentation to support financial transparency and accountability. Support HR with Employment Records Collaborate with the Human Resources department to maintain accurate employee files, including new hire paperwork, salary placement, leave documentation, and separation records. Ensure continuity between payroll and HR systems. Assist Visitors and Respond to Inquiries Serve as a welcoming point of contact for staff and visitors. Address routine payroll and benefits questions with professionalism or route inquiries to the appropriate personnel as needed. Perform Data Entry, Mail Distribution, and General Office Duties Enter and update employee information in financial systems with attention to accuracy. Distribute incoming and outgoing mail, prepare copies, and support day-to-day office functions to ensure smooth department operations. What You’ll Bring: Experience in payroll processing and data management Solid understanding of payroll and employee benefits Excellent customer service and communication skills Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team and across departments What’s Next?: Please submit your application, letter of interest, and resume via the DASEC Frontline application portal: Connect with Us!: Website: LinkedIn: Facebook: YouTube: Montgomery County ESC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Montgomery County Educational Service Center 200 South Keowee Street, Dayton, OH 45402 View phone number on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr