Description
The Payroll Technician is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll for all employees within the Sumner-Bonney Lake School District. This role supports the Payroll and Benefits Manager and Business Services, ensuring compliance with federal and state laws, district policies, collective bargaining agreements, and Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) reporting. It requires strong attention to detail, confidentiality, organizational skills, and a high level of customer service.
This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations are made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ensures all deadlines are met
Performs a variety of accounting functions for accurate entry of pay data for assigned employee groups; calculates and enters deductions; adjusts accruals and deferrals; processes and monitors overtime, supplemental, and special pay; makes other payroll calculations
Updates employee information such as employee status changes; mandatory and voluntary deductions and benefits; payments and communication with third party administrators
Prepares pay warrants, payroll reports and other correspondence for employees, buildings and administrators
Responds to and resolves employee payroll-related questions and requests; provides assistance to employees in understanding their pay
Maintains various payroll procedures and guidelines according to district policies, state and federal regulations, and collective bargaining agreements
Supports payroll operations by monitoring workflow and identifying training needs to recommend improvements in efficiency and accuracy.
Assists in evaluating training needs and offers recommendations to enhance team efficiency and accuracy
Coordinates closely with Human Resources and Finance for data alignment
Provides assistance and backup to payroll team members
Comply with all applicable laws, rules, and authoritative guidance
Maintains up-to-date knowledge of payroll laws and best practices
Supports year-end processes including tax filing and W-2 generation
Participates in department and district meetings
Works collaboratively within the professional learning community of the school and district
Reports to work with regular and reliable attendance and punctuality
Upholds board policy, district and building policies and goals
Performs related duties as assigned
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED
Minimum of two (2) years of payroll experience or related experience in accounting, finance, human resources, or benefits administration, preferably in a school district, government agency, or similar organization with complex payroll processes
Proficiency in spreadsheets and common business systems
Preferred Qualifications:
Associate degree in Accounting or a related field
Five years of general payroll experience in a school district or large organization
Payroll certification from Washington Association of School Business Officials (WASBO) or similar
Knowledge of Washington State Department of Retirement Services (DRS), Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Washington Administrative Codes (WACs)/Revised Codes of Washington (RCWs)
Experience and/or training with cultural, ethnic, and language diversity
