What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll and Retirement Audit Specialist II #2526-0471 (In House Vacancy Only) position at Contra Costa County Office Of Education?
Payroll and Retirement Audit Specialist II #2526-0471 (In House Vacancy Only) at Contra Costa County Office Of Education
IN-HOUSE VACANCY - INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY
This position is only available to current employees of this school district. Applications submitted by job seekers not currently employed by the school district will not be considered.
Application Deadline
6/16/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
Contact
925 942-3326
Number of Openings
Salary
$7,954.00 - $9,666.15 Monthly
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About the Employer
The Contra Costa County Office of Education (CCCOE) is a unique public education agency. One of 58 counties in California, Contra Costa County serves the 11th largest public-school student population in the state, supporting approximately 169,394 students. Officially established in 1932, CCCOE has a long history of providing direct services to some of the county’s most vulnerable students, including young people who are incarcerated, experiencing homelessness, in foster care, or who have severe physical or emotional challenges. CCCOE also provides support services to schools and school districts throughout Contra Costa County, services that can be handled more effectively and economically on a regional basis rather than by each of the county’s 286 schools or 18 school districts. These services range from budget approval and fiscal support to technology infrastructure and communications support. In addition, CCCOE provides high-level professional development opportunities for educators throughout the county. The Contra Costa County Office of Education is an essential part of the county’s public education system. For more information about CCCOE programs and services, visit www.cocoschools.org.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under general direction, performs a variety of complex technical duties involved auditing, analyzing, and reconciliation of payroll and retirement data; provides support and technical assistance to staff and school districts; contributes to the development and implementation of process improvements; ensures compliance with all relevant federal, state, and local regulations; leads technical and compliance initiatives related to system conversions, legislative changes, and statewide regulatory mandates; and perform related duties as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications
In House Vacancy Only REQUIREMENTS: Candidates for this position must possess the following: Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field, and two (2) years of progressively responsible accounting experience in a California public school or other government agency environment involving payroll, financial accounting, and/or retirement reporting responsibilities. The Payroll and Retirement Audit Specialist II performs highly complex payroll tax and retirement reporting audits, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations. The position serves as a subject matter expert in retirement reporting, audit remediation, and system troubleshooting, providing technical expertise to support accurate reporting and strengthen organizational practices. Applications will only be considered complete when the EDJOIN application is complete (including all supplemental questions) and the attachments listed below are included. 1. Current Resume. 2. A letter of introduction explaining your interest in this position. 3. Letter of recommendation preferred, but not required
The Human Resources Department of the Contra Costa County Office of Education will make reasonable efforts in recruitment and examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please call (925) 942-3387.
- Letter of Introduction (A letter of introduction explaining your interest in this position.)
- Resume (Current Resume)
Requirements / Qualifications
In House Vacancy Only REQUIREMENTS: Candidates for this position must possess the following: Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field, and two (2) years of progressively responsible accounting experience in a California public school or other government agency environment involving payroll, financial accounting, and/or retirement reporting responsibilities. The Payroll and Retirement Audit Specialist II performs highly complex payroll tax and retirement reporting audits, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations. The position serves as a subject matter expert in retirement reporting, audit remediation, and system troubleshooting, providing technical expertise to support accurate reporting and strengthen organizational practices. Applications will only be considered complete when the EDJOIN application is complete (including all supplemental questions) and the attachments listed below are included. 1. Current Resume. 2. A letter of introduction explaining your interest in this position. 3. Letter of recommendation preferred, but not required
The Human Resources Department of the Contra Costa County Office of Education will make reasonable efforts in recruitment and examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please call (925) 942-3387.
- Letter of Introduction (A letter of introduction explaining your interest in this position.)
- Resume (Current Resume)
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