Accounting Specialist - Payroll

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title Accounting Specialist - Payroll Posting Number 2831 Job Schedule Full Time Job Shift Day OCR Code / Classification 5 - Paraprofessional Min Salary $37,521 Max Salary $46,902 Work Location Main Campus

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounting Specialist - Payroll to join our Business Services team. This position is responsible for maintaining payroll records, processing payroll transactions, reconciling payroll-related accounts, preparing reports, and ensuring accurate and timely payroll operations for college employees.

The ideal candidate will have experience in payroll or accounting, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to providing excellent service while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy.

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• Associate's degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in payroll, accounting or a related field
• Equivalent combination of experience and experience that includes Payroll/Accounting responsibilities and community college experience may be considered

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred:

• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems, particularly Colleague

Knowledge of payroll regulations and processes, including:

Leave Accruals

Overtime and Compensatory time

Tax Withholdings and reporting

Employee Insurance Benefits

Disability and Workers' Compensation Benefits

Wage Garnishment

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel

Essential Duties

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: include the following and other duties as needed.

• Maintain accurate payroll records for college personnel
• Prepare payroll data for processing and verify accuracy
• Calculate payroll and reconcile related payroll reports and accounts
• Process direct deposits and payroll distribution
• Prepare, reconcile, and distribute payroll deduction payments, including taxes, insurance premiums, and other withholdings
• Prepare and transmit NACHA files for bank submission and support year-end payroll reporting processes
• Maintain and update files for year-end audit.
• Communicate with managers regarding time and leave approvals and maintain payroll documentation and records for audits
• Support departmental operations and perform additional duties as assigned
• Demonstrate a commitment to the mission and values of comprehensive community college

Communication Skills:

• Ability to read, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, and technical documents
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interact effectively with employees, departments, and external agencies

Technical and Analytical Skills:

• Strong numerical aptitude and attention to detail
• Ability to perform payroll calculations and account reconciliations accurately
• Proficiency with computer systems, payroll software, and standard office applications
• Working knowledge of office equipment and administrative procedures

Problem Solving:

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to identify and resolve routine payroll and accounting issues

Physical Demands

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee will need to regularly operate and use computers, phones and other electronic equipment.
• The employee will frequently communicate and must be able to exchange accurate information with others.
• The employee may need to move around their office and/or campus to attend meetings/ classes and to access files, machinery or other job-related tools.
• The employee may need to lift and/or move equipment, tools or paperwork up to 25 pounds.
• The employee may need to position themselves by reaching, stooping, kneeling or crouching in order to adjust or collect equipment and/or supplies.
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Workplace Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Encounters low to moderate noise levels in the work environment.

Posting Detail Information

Open Date 06/10/2026 Close Date 07/01/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants

If you have trouble, please call HR at 336-734-7302. EOE.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have an associate degree or higher?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have a minimum of two (2) years of experience in payroll, accounting, or a related field?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have a combination of education and experience that includes payroll and accounting responsibilities, as well as community college experience, may be considered?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Other Document
• Professional Certificates
• Official Transcripts 1
• Official Transcripts 2
• Official Transcripts 3