Payroll/Accounting Clerk

About the role

The City of Smithville is currently seeking applications for a Payroll Clerk/Accounting Assistant. This role requires a strong understanding of payroll systems and accounting principles, along with the ability to handle confidential information with integrity. The Payroll Clerk will play a vital role in maintaining precise payroll records and supporting overall financial operations within our organization and will perform various clerical and finance-related tasks as directed by the Finance Director.

Responsibilities

• Perform bi-weekly processing of payroll accurately and efficiently
• Ensure compliance with all applicable labor laws and tax regulations
• Maintain precise payroll records
• Support overall financial operations
• Perform various clerical and finance-related tasks as directed by the Finance Director

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Valid Texas driver’s license
• Minimum 2 years’ experience demonstrating thorough knowledge of basic accounting functions
• Knowledge of Tyler Tech ERP Pro 10 software (preferred)

Skills

• Strong understanding of payroll systems
• Accounting principles
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity

Category: General. Status: Open. Posted: October 19, 2026. Open until filled. For more information, contact Jennifer Lynch at jdlynch@ci.smithville.tx.us.