POSITION SUMMARY:

The Payroll Assistant shall assist the Payroll Administrator with Payroll and related activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist Payroll Administrator in reviewing timecards, contacting supervisors and staff regarding any missing data, and preparing payroll reports.
• Process all bi-weekly and intermittent payrolls in the absence of the Payroll Administrator.
• Maintain confidential employee payroll files (whether physical or electronic) including but not limited to: payroll wage rates, deduction amounts, payroll tax withholdings, insurance premiums, garnishments, and 401(k) contributions.
• Be available for staff inquiries regarding Payroll and assist employees with electronic timekeeping issues.
• Be familiar with Payroll forms and be able to direct staff on where to find shared Payroll forms.
• Handle the proper distribution of annual W-2s.
• Complete Employee’s Verification of Employment, maintain confidentiality of such.
• Ensure compliance with Payroll Law.
• Attend regular trainings to remain up-to-date on changes in regulation.
• Maintain excellence in the area of dependability. Ensure all payroll functions are performed on a timely basis.
• Prepare various payroll reports as requested.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• One (1) year work experience in an administrative or fiscal office setting.
• Ability to make accurate entries and mathematical calculations quickly and accurately.
• Valid California driver’s license and personal automobile insurance.
• Indian Preference. Preference in filling vacancies will be given to qualified Indian applicants in accordance with Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code Section 472 & 473). In other than the above, Northern Valley Indian Health, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity and At Will Employer.