Payroll Clerk

Ponca Tribe of Nebraska; Macy (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ponca Tribe of Nebraska seeks a Payroll Clerk to handle payable hours, commissions, bonuses, taxes and deductions under the Payroll Supervisor. You will answer employee questions and ensure accuracy and timeliness of payroll processing, while safeguarding confidential information.

The role requires attention to detail, data entry accuracy, and familiarity with W-2s and payroll audits. Candidates should have a high school diploma (associate degree in accounting preferred) and 1–2 years payroll

Qualifications

• Knowledge of general payroll procedures and wage laws.
• Ability to perform data entry accurately and on time.
• Commitment to confidentiality and data security.

Responsibilities

• Verify timesheet/time-clock printout.
• Keep records of all employees leave status.
• Perform all data entry related to payroll.
• Review wages computed and correct errors to ensure accuracy of payroll.
• Record changes affecting net wages and document corrections.
• Prepare payroll vouchers for submission.
• Participate in payroll audits (DOL, Fiscal, etc.).
• Ensure correct shift codes in Workflow.
• Assist employees with resetting passwords in Workflow.
• Update email addresses in Workflow.
• Assist in reconciling year-end W-2s and leave balances.
• All other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Payroll procedures

Data entry

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Customer service

Time management

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate degree in Accounting

Tools

Workflow system

Payroll software

Job description

SUMMARY: The Payroll Clerk will be under the direct supervision of the Payroll Supervisor. Payroll Clerk will calculate payable hours, commissions, bonuses, taxes, and deductions. Payroll Clerk will answer employees' questions and concerns regarding payroll.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES And/or RESPONSIBILITIES Include The Following.

• Verify timesheet/time-clock printout.
• Keep records of all employees leave status.
• Perform all data entry related to payroll.
• Review wages computed and corrects errors to ensure accuracy of payroll.
• Record changes affecting net wages, such as exemptions, loans, other approved deductions, etc. Documents any payroll corrections made.
• Prepare payroll voucher for submission to appropriate account.
• Participate in all payroll audit requests (i.e. DOL, Fiscal, etc.)
• Ensure that employee's shift code in Workflow is correct.
• Assist employees with resetting their passwords in Workflow.
• Update email addresses in Workflow.
• Assists in reconciling year-end W-2s, leave balances and other payroll reports.
• All other duties as assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED;
• Associate Degree in Accounting, preferred
• 1-2 years payroll experience, preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required

• Knowledge of general payroll procedures and Fair Labor Standards Act/ Wage and Hour Law
• Must be task oriented, capable of working under pressure and meet deadlines
• Must be outgoing, customer service oriented, and willing to work with all employees
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Files pay rates and W-2s
• Possess the ability to accept directions and learn under supervision
• The ability to pay close attention to detail.

PLEASE NOTE: P.L. 93-638, Indian Preference and Tribal Employment rights Ordinance. (T.E.R.O) will be practiced; however, all qualified applicants will be considered.

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