Payroll, Accounting and Benefits Manager at Chawanakee USD at Chawanakee USD
About the Employer
The Chawanakee Unified School District is located in eastern Madera County and spans approximately 867 square miles, extending from the foothills just 15 minutes from Woodward Park and near Madera Ranchos to the Sierra National Forest. Chawanakee Unified serves students in transitional kindergarten (TK) through 12th grade. The district operates seven schools and provides a comprehensive range of college and career readiness opportunities designed to support student success. Chawanakee Unified is guided by four core values: providing a collaborative culture, recognizing that relationships matter, demonstrating excellence in all we do, and championing every student.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under general administrative direction of the assigned administrator, this position works collaboratively with the Superintendent and/or designee to perform complex and professional accounting, record-keeping and fiscal reporting functions. The Payroll, Accounting and Benefits Manager independently performs complex and technical duties related to payroll/benefit records, accounting, and fund disbursement. Start Date: August 15, 2025 or as soon as possible Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 hours/day
Requirements / Qualifications
BA in Business or related field preferred. Five (5) years experience in a related field, school experience preferred. Knowledge with Escape software preferred. Fingerprint clearance and pre-employment physical is required upon offer of employment. Upon hire must submit proof of negative TB. Copy of Transcript Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Reference (Written within the last 6 months) Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
BA in Business or related field preferred. Five (5) years experience in a related field, school experience preferred. Knowledge with Escape software preferred. Fingerprint clearance and pre-employment physical is required upon offer of employment. Upon hire must submit proof of negative TB. Copy of Transcript Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Reference (Written within the last 6 months) Resume
Comments and Other Information
Chawanakee Unified School District is committed to ensuring equal, fair, and meaningful access to employment and education services. We do not discriminate in any employment practice, education program or activity due to association with or on the basis of (actual or perceived), age, ancestry, ethnicity, race, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, pregnancy/related conditions, disability, military or veteran status, national origin, immigration status, political affiliation, religion, retaliation, or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws. For questions or complaints, contact Director of Human Resources, PO Box 400, North Fork, CA, (559) 877-6209.
Comments and Other Information
Chawanakee Unified School District is committed to ensuring equal, fair, and meaningful access to employment and education services. We do not discriminate in any employment practice, education program or activity due to association with or on the basis of (actual or perceived), age, ancestry, ethnicity, race, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, pregnancy/related conditions, disability, military or veteran status, national origin, immigration status, political affiliation, religion, retaliation, or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws. For questions or complaints, contact Director of Human Resources, PO Box 400, North Fork, CA, (559) 877-6209.
Application Deadline
8/3/2026 12:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
7/27/2026
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Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$88,136 - 114,997 Annually
$88,136 - 114,997 Annually
Length of Work Year
247 duty days
Employment Type
Full Time