About the position

TES Staffing in collaboration with the Rochester City School District is seeking a Payroll Clerk.   The primary responsibility involves reviewing timecards and performing payroll functions, including manual and computer-based processing. The role requires attention to detail and the ability to work under the supervision of higher-level staff, without direct supervisory responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Review timecards/sheets for accuracy regarding hours worked and missed due to various reasons.
• Enter information from timecards onto payroll sheets and submit for approval.
• Perform payroll processing duties including calculating, data keying, and balancing payroll data.
• Furnish copies of payroll to relevant parties.
• Maintain payroll and personnel records using an automated data entry system.
• Review and maintain attendance records for employees.
• Notify departments or Human Resources of any unusual personnel or payroll changes.
• Distribute paychecks to employees on payday.
• Explain payroll-related information and options to employees.
• Develop hand checks and online checks as needed.
• Provide information regarding worker's compensation and unemployment insurance upon request.
• Produce reports for negotiations and analysis as needed.
• Develop and maintain spreadsheet and database records.
• Perform various other office duties as requested.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma.
• Three years of full-time or part-time equivalent experience posting financial or accounting records, or entering and editing payroll data; OR
• An Associate's degree in Accounting or Finance plus one year of relevant experience; OR
• An Associate's degree plus two years of relevant experience; OR
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Good knowledge of office practices and procedures.
• Good knowledge of proper payroll procedures.
• Ability to use a calculator and other office equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to interpret written materials and work independently.

Benefits

• Salary range of $20.02 - $21.89/hr
• 40 hours per week
• Potential for permanent hire
• Opportunity for provisional appointment with Civil Service exam.