QUALIFICATIONS:
Technical College, Associate Degree, or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (preferred).
Proficiency in computer skills
Computer Literate (Word, Excel, MS Office)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities of the Benefits Coordinator and Payroll Assistant include:
Assisting Accountants, Managers, and the Director in the Accounting Department to maintain accurate employee benefit and payroll records. 
Assist Payroll accountant to prepare payroll runs and payroll reporting. 
Assist in setting up new hires and maintaining employee record. 
Processing documents as required for the department. 
Organize payroll benefits enrollment periods.
Work through accounting-related issues with external vendors.
Be lead contact with vendors such as TRSL, First Financial, etc., to maintain accurate benefits data.
Assist Accounting Department with assigned bookkeeping duties.
Lead person in communication with any district employees and their problems with the handling of their payroll.
Manage Strong Start Program.
Responsible for wage verifications.
Other duties as assigned.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
12 months

DEADLINE:
Wednesday, November 16, 2023 4:00 p.m.

WHERE TO APPLY:
Linda G. Page
Director of Personnel Natchitoches Parish School Board
310 Royal Street, P. O. Box 16 Natchitoches, LA 71458-0016 Phone: (318) 352-2358 Website: npsb.la

APPLICATION:
Application packets should consist of a letter of application, resume’, original transcripts from institutions awarding degree, (3) job related references.