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What they do
A Payroll Specialist manages the financial and accounting work involved in processing payroll for a company or organization. Manages employee benefits programs and payroll deductions, or assists with evaluating compensation levels for different job categories and titles.
$53,714 / year median in Pennsylvania
-9% projected decline
Job Description
Payroll Specialist
Colonial School District
DO - Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania This job is also posted in Colonial School District
Job Details
Job ID:
5916044
Application Deadline:
Sep 13, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted:
Today
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Full-Time, 12 Month Position Located in the
District Office Availability- Immediately General Description:
The Payroll Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll for all District employees. Under the supervision of the Business Administrator and Financial Manager, this position performs highly responsible and confidential payroll accounting work, including payroll processing, reconciliation, reporting, and record maintenance.
Responsibilities
Process biweekly payrolls for professional, support, administrative, substitute, and extracurricular staff.
Calculate salaries, overtime, stipends, retroactive pay, deductions, unpaid leave, and termination pay.
Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
Administer payroll deductions including taxes, PSERS, benefits, garnishments, and retirement contributions.
Prepare payroll tax filings, reports, and audit documentation.
Review collective bargaining agreements, salary schedules, and employment contracts to ensure accurate payroll processing.
Respond to employee payroll inquiries and maintain strict confidentiality.
Assist with payroll system maintenance, testing, and upgrades.
Qualifications
Associate's or bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, or related field preferred.
Minimum of three (3) years of payroll experience required; public school payroll experience preferred.
Knowledge of Pennsylvania public school payroll practices and PSERS reporting preferred.
Experience with computerized payroll systems; Skyward Business/Payroll experience preferred.
Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
Public School District experience preferred
Deadline:
9/13/2026
Position Type:
Full-Time
Salary:
$35 to $39 Per Hour