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What is the difference between Payroll Job Entry Level vs Payroll Specialist?

AspectPayroll Job Entry LevelPayroll Specialist
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; basic understanding of payroll processesAdditional certifications like CPP or FPC often preferred
Work EnvironmentOffice setting, often in HR or finance departmentsSimilar office environment, with more responsibility
Employer UsageEntry-level role in companies of all sizesMid-level role with increased duties and expertise
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for beginner payroll rolesSeeking more experienced payroll positions

Payroll Job Entry Level positions typically require minimal experience and serve as an introduction to payroll processes. Payroll Specialists have more responsibilities, often requiring certifications and experience. Both roles are vital in payroll management, but the Specialist role involves greater expertise and scope.

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Central Office _ Clerk III, Payroll (Payroll) 2026-2027

DeKalb County School District

Stone Mountain, GA • On-site

$17.75 - $23.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago


DeKalb County School District (Georgia) rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

466th of 631 rated elementary and secondary schools


Job description

Position Type:
Finance/Clerk III, Payroll
Date Posted:
8/10/2026
Location:
Finance
Closing Date:
09/10/2026
The DeKalb County School District is seeking an experienced and professional Clerk III, Payroll.
Grade/Schedule: Unified 114
Salary Schedules: Click Here
The material contained herein is subject to change. All open positions offered by the DeKalb County School District are subject to specific job requirements. The DeKalb County School District is an equal opportunity employer, and all hiring decisions are subject to federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
Title: Clerk III, Payroll
Serves as the primary contact for payroll-related inquiries, providing routine support and assistance to employees as required under direct supervision as an entry-level individual contributor.
Essential Job Duties
• Reviews employees' direct deposits for accuracy, escalating issues as appropriate.
• Provides customer service support by answering phone calls and addressing inquiries or concerns.
• Ensures all Employee Action Forms are complete and accurate before processing.
• Performs daily data entry functions accurately, ensuring that all necessary data is captured for operational efficiency.
• Handles the submission of payroll-related documents, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with relevant policies.
• Performs additional duties as assigned
Qualifications
• A High School diploma is required.
• Associate degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting with less than one year of related experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.
Attachment(s):
  • Clerk III, Payroll

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DeKalb County School District is Georgia's third largest school system. DeKalb Schools prepare students for college and careers through a laser focus on rigorous, relevant classroom instruction related to each child's needs. DeKalb County Schools is located to the northeast quadrant of downtown Atlanta, Georgia and has nearly 93,000 students in 140+ schools and centers. The student body is diverse with over 185+ languages and students from 155+ nations 170 nations.

Industry

Education

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Stone Mountain, GA, US

Year founded

1873