Account Clerk II - Payroll Clerk

Overview

Join our dynamic team as an Account Clerk II - Payroll Clerk and become a vital part of our financial operations! In this energetic role, you will manage payroll processing, ensure compliance with labor and tax laws, and handle sensitive financial data with precision and confidentiality. Your expertise will support our organization’s commitment to accurate compensation, benefits administration, and financial integrity. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for detail-oriented work, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to our mission of operational excellence.

Duties

• Time and Attendance Processing: Process, review for accuracy, and post time sheets and absence reports for all employee groups (certificated, classified, substitute, and temporary).
• Data Entry: Perform accurate and timely data entry related to employee compensation, hours worked, deductions, and withholding changes into the computerized payroll system.
• Leave Tracking: Assist in maintaining and tracking employee leave balances (e.g., sick leave, vacation, catastrophic leave) in compliance with District policy and collective bargaining agreements.
• Deductions and Remittances: Process and track voluntary deductions (e.g., insurance premiums, tax-sheltered annuities) and involuntary deductions (e.g., garnishments).
• File Maintenance: Maintain and update confidential employee payroll files, records, and related documents.
• Inquiries: Research and answer routine employee questions regarding pay, deductions, and time reporting procedures in a professional and confidential manner.
• Report Assistance: Assist in generating and printing routine payroll reports and summaries.
• Record Verification: Process and maintain employment forms, including earnings verifications for external agencies.
• General Clerical Support: Provide backup clerical support to the Business Services Department, including filing, photocopying, and handling general correspondence.
• Compliance Support: Assist with basic compliance tasks, such as monitoring contributions to tax-sheltered annuities and following established procedures for Nevada Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) reporting.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Courses in bookkeeping, accounting, or computer software applications (e.g., Microsoft Excel and Word) are highly desirable.

Experience

• One (1) year of recent, full-time equivalent general clerical experience, including the use of computer software.
• Prior experience in a school district or a payroll/financial office environment is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Basic business mathematics and accounting principles.
• Standard office practices, procedures, and equipment.
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, and vocabulary.
• The function and application of common payroll and spreadsheet software.

Ability to:

• Perform detailed data entry and mathematical computations accurately and rapidly.
• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality regarding employee records and financial data.
• Understand, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, and verbal/written instructions.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with all levels of District staff and outside agencies.
• Organize work, set priorities, and meet critical deadlines with minimum supervision.

Embark on a rewarding career where your expertise ensures smooth payroll operations while supporting our organization’s growth! We value your dedication to accuracy and compliance as we work together to create a positive workplace environment built on trust and excellence.

Pay: $22.93 - $34.61 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $35