District HR/Payroll Specialist

Kuna Joint School District 3•Kuna, ID

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Kuna School District is a dynamic and thriving educational institution serving the Kuna community in Idaho. With a commitment to academic excellence and a focus on creating a supportive learning environment, we are dedicated to the growth and development of our students. As we continue to expand and enrich our team, we are currently seeking a skilled and detail-oriented HR/Payroll Specialist to join our Human Resources & Finance Team. The HR/Payroll Specialist will play a crucial role in working with our team to ensure accurate and timely processing of a monthly payroll for our employees within the school district, along with supporting our HR team processes. This position requires a high level of attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a comprehensive understanding of payroll/HR processes. The successful candidate will collaborate with various departments to gather and input payroll data accurately, address employee inquiries, and stay updated on relevant payroll/HR laws and regulations.

Requirements

Proven experience as a Payroll Specialist, preferably in an educational setting.
Strong understanding of payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Proficient in using payroll software and Google/Microsoft Office applications.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
Skyward and Unified Talent knowledge is a plus!

Responsibilities

Finalizes New Hires, Employee Changes, Termination in Absence Management
Collect, verify, and process payroll data for all employees.
Cross trained to be able to independently run a payroll.
Accurately record and process stipends, garnishments
Updating HR webpage to post jobs, manage job descriptions
Scan Personnel Files
Assist with Onboarding, Verying EDUIDs, Years of Experince, Update CEU, Credits/transcripts in Skyward, Entering employee information into Skyward
Process Tuition/Credit reimbursements
Stay informed on federal and state payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements.
Implement and maintain compliance with district policies and procedures.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date payroll records.
Prepare and submit payroll reports as required.
Collaborate with Finance, and other departments to obtain necessary payroll information.
Address employee inquiries and provide excellent customer service.
Generate and analyze payroll reports to ensure accuracy and identify any discrepancies.
Prepare reports for management as needed.
Utilize payroll software and HR systems efficiently.
Participate in system upgrades and enhancements as necessary.