Millburn School District 24
Job Description

Payroll Specialist

LOCATION: District
REPORTS TO: Business Manager/CSBO

TERM: 12 Months

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Payroll Specialist ensures smooth and efficient operation of the Business office and sets daily office priorities based on knowledge of the overall function of the office and performs work as required or assigned.

QUALIFICATION - EXPERIENCE - KNOWLEDGE:

• Education and experience equivalent to an Associate degree preferred
• Previous relevant experience, including accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, and computer processing, is an asset
• Ability to work independently and as a team player
• Willingness to take on unforeseen tasks
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plans, initiates and carries to completion routine administrative activities related to the efficient operation of the payroll office
• Prepares payrolls for all employee groups
• Maintains attendance records for all staff
• Prepares, balances, and reconciles liability accounts for all deductions (voluntary and involuntary.)
• Prepares all payroll reports and legal records required for state and federal tax purposes
• Prepares and files all Illinois Teacher Retirement System and Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund reports
• Prepares annual employment information system (EIS) and Affordable Healthcare Act reports
• Prepares monthly union personnel reports required by the state
• Performs tasks and assumes responsibilities as assigned by the Business Manager/CSBO
• Performs salary and employment verifications
• Enters and tracks all lane change class credits for teachers

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• The requirements listed below are representative of the skills, abilities and demands required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• Ability to perform several tasks concurrently under varying deadlines
• Ability to exercise tact, good judgment, and initiative in dealing with students, faculty, and the public
• Skill in operating computers and peripheral equipment
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing including clear, polite telephone communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently under a minimum of supervision
• Ability to identify sensitive information and maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Ability to use payroll processing software and related programs

Additional duties may be assigned. There will be an annual performance evaluation for this position.

Millburn School District 24 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and practice of District 24 to decide all matters relating to employment solely on the basis of the applicant’s ability to perform the essential functions of the position. District 24 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, or handicap. The District has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and classified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for this position should contact the office of the superintendent.

February, 2023

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• HRIS: 1 year (Preferred)
• Payroll: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Wadsworth, IL 60083

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