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Palo Alto Unified School District · 9 hours ago

Payroll Technician

Palo Alto, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$37.56/hr - $48.02/hr

3+ years exp

Palo Alto Unified School District is seeking a Payroll Technician to assist with the preparation of District Classified payrolls. This role requires a high level of skill in spreadsheet use and database management, along with the ability to maintain confidentiality and ethical behavior.

Education Management

Responsibilities

Responsible for the preparation of regular and variable payrolls for Classified personnel

Prepare new employee information and enter this data into the payroll system

Receive, check, and extend vouchers for part-time and substitute classified employees

Recap payroll by various groups and balance against audits received from the County Office of Education

Assist the audit staff in their Annual Review of district payroll books and records

Answer inquiries from employees regarding pay status

Prepare various reports and assist the Coordinator with other tasks as assigned

Maintain close working relationships with the budget office, personnel offices operating unit, County payroll and retirement offices, and District employees

Distribute payroll warrants and W-2 forms and answer payroll and deduction questions from employees

Perform responsible payroll and clerical work independently

Learn specific public laws, school district regulations, and procedures relevant to the duties required

Demonstrate skill in a variety of computer applications, including word processing, databases, spreadsheets, and communication software

Make arithmetical calculations with speed and accuracy

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing