Payroll Clerk

POSITION : PAYROLL CLERK ** ** Full-time, Non-exempt position LOCATION : KBIC Tribal Center 16429 Beartown Rd Baraga, MI 49908 ## SUPERVISORY CONTROL: Payroll Supervisor SALARY : Grade 6 (minimum starting wage = $18.40/hour) SUMMARY: Responsible for performing all required statistical and clerical duties necessary to prepare hourly and salary payrolls, in accordance with established policies, procedures, and controls. Assists in the processing of payroll and maintains payroll records and documentation necessary to substantiate and record all payroll-related activities. ** ** QUALIFICATIONS : - Associate's Degree in Accounting or Business with related coursework in accounting. OR High School Diploma or GED and a minimum of (2) years combined higher education and full-time work experience with related course work in accounting. - Must have a minimum of one (1) year of demonstrated work experience in an office setting. Two (2) years demonstrated work experience is preferred. - Previous experience with accounting software is preferred. - Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers and employees. - Ability to plan, organize, set and meet priorities, strict deadlines and the ability to successfully cope with stressful situations and conditions is required. - Must present a professional appearance and demeanor. - Must be able to work with minimal supervision. - Must possess strong analytical, numerical, and reasoning abilities. - Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills. - Must have excellent math and superior spreadsheet skills (Excel). - Must have and working knowledge of business machines (personal computers, printers, fax, copy machines, etc.). - Must be self-motivated with excellent problem-solving ability. - Must be able to prepare records in a clear logical manner with attentiveness to detail. - Must possess sound judgment and be able to apply discretion in confidential matters. - Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating and maintenance instructions and policy/ procedure manuals. - Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. - Must be able to continuously sit, occasionally stand, and walk. - Must be able to lift up to forty (40) pounds. - Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory result of a Security Background Check, pre-employment drug testing, and pre-employment physical. INDIAN PREFERENCE : Preference will be given to qualified individuals of American Indian descent. VETERAN PREFERENCE : Preference will also be given to Veterans who do not have bad conduct or dishonorable discharges (need DD214). DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Edits and processes employee time records, enters into the payroll system, and checks for accuracy. Process payroll by established deadlines. Verifies hours worked, paid time off, and overtime. Advises management when discrepancies are found, researches, and remedies situation. Communicates with departments, with respect to payroll activities. Enforces established payro