Payroll Clerk

Job Description

Job Summary: This role is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll for a diverse workforce, including teachers, administrators, and support staff..

Supervision: Director of Finance and Operations

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Payroll Processing:
Accurate and timely processing of payroll for all district employees (salaried, hourly, and substitutes)
Data entry for hours worked, salary adjustments, stipends, overtime, and retroactive payments
Management of payroll deductions, tax withholdings, and garnishments
Coordinate payroll input of new hires
Compliance & Reporting:
Ensuring compliance with Massachusetts wage and hour laws, federal regulations, and collective bargaining agreements
Preparation and submission of retirement reports to MTRS (Massachusetts Teachers Retirement System)
Support for internal and external audits by preparing documentation.
Processing 403(b) contributions and W2 distribution
Leave and Benefits Management:
Maintaining and reconciling leave balances, including FMLA, sick, personal, and vacation time
Collaborating with HR on benefits administration and open enrollment

Employee Support:
Serving as the primary contact for employee inquiries regarding pay, taxes, and direct deposit
Processing employment and wage verifications

Environment
Standard office setting involving prolonged periods of sitting and computer work
Must be able to handle a high volume of data and frequent interruptions
Occasional requirement to work beyond regular school hours to complete necessary tasks