Payroll and Compliance Specialist

Position Type:

Supervisory/Confidential/ Payroll & Compliance Specialist

Date Posted:

4/20/2026

Location:

BHASD Business Office

Date Available:

TBA

Closing Date:

05/01/2026

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Payroll & Compliance Specialist

The Brandywine Heights Area School District (Berks County, PA) is seeking a Payroll & Compliance Specialist. This position is responsible for performing a variety of payroll, accounting, and financial reporting activities including processing, recording, updating, and reconciling payroll and fiscal information to ensure accurate and timely reporting for district, local, state, and federal filings and assisting in other functions as necessary.

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree, (2 years) in Accounting, or related field, and/or three (3) years payroll experience preferred.
• Prior experience working with payroll systems and accounting operations preferred.
• Working knowledge of payroll procedures and tax regulations.
• Working knowledge of PSERS rules and regulations for the employer and employee.
• Background in health insurance plans.
• Strong communication, public relations, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Exhibits prudent judgment along with the ability to handle emergency situations in a calm, responsible manner.
• Possess the ability to perform the functions of the position independently yet work collaboratively with colleagues.
• Demonstrate initiative, personal integrity and commitment to ethical business practices.
• Such alternative to the above qualifications as deemed appropriate.

REPORTS TO:

Business Manager

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Inform Business Manager and immediate supervisor of all conditions concerning sensitive payroll issues regarding compensation for all employees.
• Provide technical expertise and respond to questions, concerns, or complaints from employees related to interpretation of laws, rules, regulations, and contracts governing district payroll.
• Prepare, process, and record specialized payroll reporting related to unemployment, workers' compensation, PSERS contributions, retroactive pay, and other related services.
• Prepare and reconcile all payroll batches to be run.
• Coordinate the preparation, distributions, and reporting process for all payrolls.
• Perform calculation of wages, overtime, and deductions to ensure compliance with Federal and State laws.
• Oversee and monitor the District's electronic timekeeping software for non-salaried employees.
• Receive, verify and enter payroll employment information into the financial system; Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.
• Reconcile, prepare and process payroll data and mandatory reports in accordance with Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations.
• Ensure the payroll deduction payments and reports are reconciled and disbursed timely and accurately.
• Maintain PSERS State Retirement system information.
• Handles phone calls and inquiries made to the Business Office regarding payroll matters and provides administrative assistance.
• Maintain accurate payroll records for all employees and audits.
• Prepare salary calculations and annual schedules, as requested.
• Review clearances for contracted services.
• Review clearances and maintain an active list of eligible volunteers.
• Tuition Reimbursements/Professional Growth (District Admin Access) - Facilitate tuition reimbursement approval.
• Develop and maintain guidelines for staff.
• Maintain accurate records for each staff member to track reimbursements according to contracted allotment of funds.
• Maintain grant financial records consistent with audit standards, monitor spending against budget and timelines.
• Prepare grant financial reports as required.
• Provide support to the HR and Assistant to the Business Manager as needed.
• Assume other duties assigned by the Business Manager.

SCHEDULE

Full Time, 8 hours per day; 12- month position (260 days)

SALARY/BENEFITS

TBA based on experience. The Brandywine Heights Area School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify including, but not limited to, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Personal, Sick & Vacation Days, PSERS Retirement and more!

Estimated Start Date:

Immediately following School Board approval and satisfactory completion of pre-employment requirements.

STUDENTS FIRST: Empower & Inspire to Reach New Heights

The Brandywine Heights Area School District (Berks County, PA) committed to excellence! We serve nearly 1,250 students in grades pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade at three school sites in Berks County, PA. The employees of Brandywine Heights Area School District play an important role in providing our students with a well-rounded educational foundation that supports their academic, physical, and social emotional growth. Our staff is committed to creating a culture that fosters a trusting, collaborative, and equitable learning environment for all members of the school community.

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