What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll/Benefits Specialist/Accounting Clerk Position position at Portola Valley Elementary?
Job Overview
Portola Valley Elementary is seeking a skilled Payroll/Benefits Specialist/Accounting Clerk to join our Business Office team. As a key contributor, you will be responsible for complex financial record keeping activities related to the District's payroll and benefit systems.
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work cooperatively with all staff members. If you are a motivated and organized individual with a passion for finance and benefits administration, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
• Electronically process payroll, payroll deductions, and perform regular updates to payroll system
• Transition to new County Office software (as applicable)
• Assume full responsibility for all payroll processes
• Prepare supplemental payrolls and adjustments, and any other irregular or non-recurring payments
• Calculate and process approved retroactive pay raises
• Process all classified and certificated employee timesheets, and tabulate hours worked to ensure compliance with payroll rules and contract language
• Monitor temporary and intermittent employee eligibility for paid sick leave
• Communicate clearly with all District personnel and the public in person, by phone, and by email on all related payroll and benefit issues
Requirements
• Current knowledge of office methods, practices, and procedures, computer programs, business English, spelling, and mathematics
• Methods, rules & regulations, practices, and procedures of payroll and benefit record keeping
• CALPERS and CALSTRS retirement program administration
• Standard office equipment found in a typical, modern office environment
• San Mateo County Office and applicable State agency resources, procedures, processes, and deadlines
Bonus Information
We offer competitive salary ranges, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development.
Portola Valley Elementary is seeking a skilled Payroll/Benefits Specialist/Accounting Clerk to join our Business Office team. As a key contributor, you will be responsible for complex financial record keeping activities related to the District's payroll and benefit systems.
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work cooperatively with all staff members. If you are a motivated and organized individual with a passion for finance and benefits administration, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
• Electronically process payroll, payroll deductions, and perform regular updates to payroll system
• Transition to new County Office software (as applicable)
• Assume full responsibility for all payroll processes
• Prepare supplemental payrolls and adjustments, and any other irregular or non-recurring payments
• Calculate and process approved retroactive pay raises
• Process all classified and certificated employee timesheets, and tabulate hours worked to ensure compliance with payroll rules and contract language
• Monitor temporary and intermittent employee eligibility for paid sick leave
• Communicate clearly with all District personnel and the public in person, by phone, and by email on all related payroll and benefit issues
Requirements
• Current knowledge of office methods, practices, and procedures, computer programs, business English, spelling, and mathematics
• Methods, rules & regulations, practices, and procedures of payroll and benefit record keeping
• CALPERS and CALSTRS retirement program administration
• Standard office equipment found in a typical, modern office environment
• San Mateo County Office and applicable State agency resources, procedures, processes, and deadlines
Bonus Information
We offer competitive salary ranges, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development.
