Accounts Receivable/Paryoll Clerk

Paola School District is accepting applications for an Accounts Receivable and Payroll Clerk position. This is a full-time, 12-month (249-day) position with 10 paid holidays and a competitive benefits package, including KPERS retirement, health insurance, paid vacation, sick leave, and other district benefits Duties include, but are not limited to: Process monthly payroll and maintain employee payroll records. Prepare and process payroll tax, retirement, and deduction reports. Maintain financial records and assist with accounting and financial reporting. Process district receipts and bank deposits

Qualifications:

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience Knowledge of payroll/benefit laws and regulations preferred but not required Proficiency with payroll software and Microsoft Office (Word/Excel), including intermediate-level Excel skills. Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality. Ability to organize multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently. •

Salary:

Starting wage: $20.00-$25.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.

Timeline:

Posting is anticipated to close on 7/10/2026 Interviews are scheduled for July 29th-30th Anticipated start date of 8/17/2026 For more information, please contact Jimmy Hay, USD 368

Director of Finance:

(913) 294-8000 jimmy_hay@usd368.org

Pay:

$20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

403(b) AD&D insurance Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Application Question(s): Conviction of a crime is not an automatic bar to employment. The district will consider the nature of the offense, the date of the offense, and the relationship between the offense and the position for which you are applying. Have you ever been convicted of a violation of law other than a minor traffic violation? If yes, please explain. Conviction of a crime is not an automatic bar to employment. The district will consider the nature of the offense, the date of the offense, and the relationship between the offense and the position for which you are applying. Have you ever been convicted of any offense for physical or sexual abuse of a child? If yes, please explain. Conviction of a crime is not an automatic bar to employment. The district will consider the nature of the offense, the date of the offense, and the relationship between the offense and the position for which you are applying. Have you ever had a charge of child abuse against you substantiated? If yes, please explain. Have you ever been involuntarily terminated or asked to resign, or resigned in lieu of termination from the employment of another school district? If yes, please explain.

Work Location:

In person