Job Description 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 Treasurer's 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.