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Payroll Clerk

Amesbury Public Schools

Amesbury Public Schools

• Amesbury, Massachusetts Job Details
  

Job ID:

5934005

Application Deadline:

Oct 05, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted:

Sep 21, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately

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 & 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 & 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
  Grant Management (Under the Office of Teaching & Learning):
• Support with Grant Funding Compliance & Budget Management
• Assist in procurement of good & services in Softright & GEM$
  

Position Type:

Full-time

Salary:

$65,000 to $70,000 Per Year