Payroll Specialist

Mooresville Schools is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented payroll professional to join our Education Center Business Office team!

Description:

This important position is responsible for managing payroll for approximately 600–700 employees across 26 annual pay periods, ensuring that employees are paid accurately and on time.

We are looking for someone who enjoys working independently, values accuracy, and appreciates being part of a supportive and collaborative team.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and process payroll for approximately 600–700 employees across 26 annual pay periods.
• Independently manage daily payroll responsibilities, with assistance from a split-shift payroll assistant.
• Collaborate with Human Resources, the District Treasurer, and other departments to ensure accurate employee compensation and recordkeeping.
• Verify employee credentials, salary placements, and authorized pay rates before entering compensation information.
• Review employee time-off reporting, attendance records, and payroll adjustments for accuracy.
• Review and respond to unemployment claims, including challenging claims when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate payroll records using the district’s financial management system: Skyward Qmlativ (Q).
• Ensure compliance with applicable payroll regulations, district policies, and reporting requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee information.

Required Qualifications:

• Documented professional experience performing payroll processing responsibilities is required.
• Demonstrated ability to accurately process payroll transactions, maintain employee payroll records, and meet established payroll deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities independently.
• Proficiency with computer-based payroll systems and related office technology.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding employee and financial information.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience processing payroll for a K–12 school corporation or similarly sized organization.
• Experience using Skyward Qmlativ or a comparable payroll management system.
• Familiarity with payroll regulations, employee benefits, payroll deductions, and related reporting requirements.
• Experience coordinating payroll information across multiple departments.

Compensation, Schedule, and Benefits:

• Annual Salary: $60,000
• Work Calendar: 260 days annually, including summer months.
• Daily Schedule: 8 working hours per day, plus a 30-minute lunch break.
• Personal Business Leave: 11 days annually, available after 30 days of employment.
• Vacation Leave: 10 days annually.
• Additional Benefits: Access to the school corporation's employee benefits package.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing training through the Indiana Association of School Business Officials (IASBO) and various state agencies.

Why Join Mooresville Schools?

Our Education Center Business Office is a welcoming and collaborative environment where employees support one another and take pride in their work.

We enjoy staff pitch-ins, spirit days, and opportunities to connect as colleagues. While this position requires a high degree of independence and personal accountability, you'll be surrounded by a knowledgeable and supportive team committed to helping one another succeed.

A Valuable Training Opportunity:

Our current Payroll Specialist is preparing to retire after many years of dedicated service to Mooresville Schools.

The selected candidate will have the opportunity to work alongside this individual for two full weeks of hands-on training and job shadowing, December 7–18, 2026. This transition period will provide valuable guidance and familiarity with our payroll processes before the new specialist assumes responsibility for the position independently.