Support employee compensation at Marion Community Unit School District 2 through detailed payroll records, tax deductions, and confidential data handling. The position is full time.

The Payroll Clerk reports to the Chief Financial Officer and manages bi-weekly payroll activities for district employees. Responsibilities include verifying attendance information, calculating wages, maintaining records, and answering paycheck questions. Familiarity with basic accounting principles and payroll software supports this work, alongside strong communication and numerical skills.

Key Responsibilities:

- Input verified employee hours into the payroll system
- Calculate regular wages, overtime, stipends, and vacation pay
- Handle FIT, FICA, state, and local tax withholdings
- Update rates, new hires,



and direct deposit information
- Prepare payroll reports and assist reconciliations and audits

Requirements:

- High school diploma or equivalent
- One to three years in payroll or related support
- Basic accounting principles and payroll software familiarity
- Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, and Google Suite experience
- Confidential, detail-oriented, and accurate work approach

Bring payroll knowledge, tax calculation accuracy, and employee support skills to district administration and payroll reporting responsibilities.

📌 School District Payroll Specialist (Ottawa)
🏢 Marion Community Unit School District 2
📍 Ottawa