Summary:
The Payroll Specialist obtains and processes data for use in maintaining payroll and per capita records for the Prairie Island Indian Community.

Job Responsibilities & Duties:
The following duties and responsibilities are not meant to be all inclusive and may be adjusted to meet business needs.

• Review employee time reports and prepare weekly payroll checks for distribution through our contracted payroll software
• Manage the ADP Timekeeping System
• Maintain deduction files, levies and insurance information on each employee’s payroll record
• Prepare payment request forms for all of the payroll withholdings each week
• Administer the per capita payments including deductions, direct deposits, address changes, tax withholding rate changes and processing of the checks through our contracted payroll service monthly
• Assist with state tax withholding filings for multiple States
• Answer questions regarding per capita raised by Tribal members
• Scan forms and documents
• Prepare income verifications for Tribal members
• Assist with bank deposits weekly
• Learn the accounts payable system to assist during absences
• Assist with entering journal entries into the accounting system daily
• Assist with processing tribal loans to Tribal members
• Maintain multiple Excel spreadsheets
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
Required

• Associates’ degree in Accounting or related field
• Minimum of two (2) years related experience with payroll, accounting systems, computers and spreadsheets
• High attention to detail and excellent time management skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to maintain strict standards of confidentiality
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong computer skills Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Ability to work independently and effectively with minimal supervision
• Successful experience working in a team setting
• Sensitive to Native American Culture
• Must pass drug screen (UA) and a criminal background check
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurability

Closing date: Open until filled

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Welch, MN 55089: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Accounting: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Welch, MN 55089