Payroll Specialist

Mankato Area Public Schools has a position available as Payroll Specialist beginning as soon as possible. This position performs the payroll functions of the school district.

Your Role Will Include:

• Performing the payroll functions of the school district.
• Processing payrolls using the systems/applications used within the district (i.e., SMART-HR).

Qualifications:

• High school diploma.
• At least 3 years previous bookkeeping and payroll experience, preferably in school or other public agency payroll accounting.
• Ability to efficiently use office equipment and typical productivity software, databases or customized systems/applications used within the district for processing payrolls (i.e., SMART-HR).
• Basic math skills.
• Knowledge of Minnesota School Accounting System desirable.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.

Salary and Benefits:

• Rate of pay: $62,830 - $66,950.
• Eligible benefits include PERA pension plan, 403(b) retirement savings with employer matching program, medical and dental coverage, fully paid life insurance, long-term disability (LTD) insurance, paid leave (vacation, sick leave, emergency, and personal days), paid holidays, HSA, and FSA.

Location & Shift Times:

• Mankato Area Public Schools, Business Office.
• Full-time, 8 hours per day/5 days per week, 12-month, non-affiliated position.