PayrollBenefit Associate

North Canton City School District

Announcement of Vacancy

Position: Payroll/Benefit Associate

Employer: North Canton City School District

Job Overview:

North Canton City Schools is seeking a full-time payroll/benefits employee to accurately process payroll for district employees ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations as well as maintain complete up-to-date records. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills attention to detail professionalism and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality while working in a collaborative school environment. Prior payroll fiscal school finance or benefit coordination experience is preferred.

Minimum

Qualifications:

• Two-year college degree in finance/accounting preferred. Equivalent experience will be reviewed.
• Possess strong organizational skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Excel Word eFinancePlus and staff portion of EMIS
• Ability to direct and work well with other personnel while maintaining confidential information.
• Effective communication skills
• Successful completion of BCI/FBI background checks

Essential

Responsibilities:

• Collects data and prepares payment of salaries and overtime
• Enters attendance and absences
• Gathers new hire information and enters data
• Assists in the preparation and remittance of payroll withholdings
• Assists in monthly payment of insurance premiums
• Assists in benefits administration and helps employees with benefit questions/issues
• Assists in the preparation of tax filings
• Works with other Treasurers staff on monthly quarterly and annual procedures
• Works with the Treasurer to complete Affordable Care Act compliance W2s new contracts salary notices and severance payments
• Monitor and manage open enrollment periods ensuring timely communication and enrollment for eligible employees
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations such as COBRA HIPAA and the Affordable Care Act (ACA)
• Maintain accurate records of employee benefits enrollment and eligibility in compliance with district policies and legal requirements
• Process benefits-related changes such as new hires terminations and qualifying life events and update records accordingly
• Other duties as assigned by the Treasurer

Length of

Contract: 260 Days

Posting

Period: July 22 2026 until Filled

Salary: Per the District Administrative Office Secretary Salary Schedule

Starting

Date: To be determined based upon availability

Please submit this application along with a letter of interest and resume.

Required Experience:

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