Payroll Clerk

Payroll Clerk

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As a Clerk on SSD's Payroll team, you will help deliver one of the District's most important services by ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time. You will work closely with your teammates and departments across the organization to process payroll information, maintain accurate records, and provide responsive support to employees. Through your attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, you will help build confidence and trust in the payroll process while supporting the District's mission of serving students.

Clerks work in our Central Office, 12110 Clayton Road, Town & Country, MO, 63131, Monday through Friday, typically from 8 AM to 4:30 PM.

Education and Experience 

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field preferred
• One to three years of progressively responsible payroll, accounting, bookkeeping, or financial office experience preferred
• Experience using computerized payroll or financial management systems preferred
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office required

Salary 

• $22.41 to $25.87 based on experience

Calendar

• 12-month position

Benefits

• Group benefit plans for medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
• Enrollment in Missouri Public School Retirement Systems
• Paid holidays
• 15 PTO days per year
• 10 vacation days accrued annually
• Employee assistance program
• Healthcare spending account

Special School District serves nearly 25,000 students and employs over 5,700 staff in St. Louis County. With core values of equity, commitment, and collaboration, the District's mission is to support and empower students of all learning abilities to excel to their greatest potential. SSD staff thrive in a culture deeply committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. 

Special School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law. To request an ADA Accommodation, please contact our Director of ADA and Accessibility for Staff at 314-989-8299. For TTY, contact RelayMO711 or 1-800-735-2966. 

Posting dates: 07/27/26 - 08/06/26