Accounting Assistant- Payroll

Position Type : Exempt

Date Posted : 9 / 29 / 2025

Location : Central Office

Date Available : Upon Hire

Closing Date :

10 / 03 or until filled VACANCY NOTICE : Accounting Assistant- Payroll

LOCATION : Central Office EFFECTIVE : Upon Hire

POSTING DATE : September 29, 2025

APPLICATION DEADLINE : October 3 at 11 : 59 p.m. or until filled

POSITION : 8 Hours Per Day (Monday - Friday)

Twelve (12) Month Position, 260 Days

Salary Range : $52,952 - $63,542

Job Summary :

The Payroll Assistant is responsible for supporting payroll operations to ensure that all employees are paid accurately and on time. This position involves processing timesheets, maintaining payroll records, assisting with payroll reporting, and responding to employee payroll inquiries. The Payroll Assistant works closely with the finance and human resources teams to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and district / organizational policies.

Key Responsibilities :

• Collect, review, and verify employee timesheets, attendance records, and other payroll documents.
• Enter and maintain accurate payroll data in the payroll system.
• Process payroll on a regular basis (weekly, biweekly, or monthly, depending on organization).
• Prepare and distribute employee paychecks, direct deposits, and earnings statements.
• Assist with calculating wages, overtime, deductions, garnishments, and benefits contributions.
• Maintain employee payroll files and records in compliance with retention policies.
• Assist with payroll-related reporting, including tax filings, retirement contributions, and other deductions.
• Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, and payroll policies.
• Support audits and compliance reviews by preparing documentation as needed.
• Collaborate with HR to ensure accurate processing of new hires, terminations, and changes in employment status.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support payroll and finance operations.
• Assist with employee benefits as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

Work Environment :

LEGAL REQUIREMENTS :

Candidates (unless current employees) must pass a criminal background investigation prior to employment.

HOW TO APPLY :

Applitrack Link : or visit www.woostercityschools.organd click on Employment to navigate to all current postings.