Payroll Specialist - PTO, Deductions & Compliance

Downstream Casino Resort; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Downstream Casino Resort is seeking a payroll professional to audit HR transactions, maintain time clocks, and prepare adjustments. The role requires attention to accuracy, compliance with payroll laws, and strong math skills.

Duties include transmitting payroll data and verifying PTO records, with additional projects as assigned by management. Applicants should have 1–2 years payroll experience, 18+ years old, and proficiency in Word & Excel.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• One to two years' payroll experience.
• Exceptional organizational and math ability.
• Knowledge of payroll laws and taxes preferred.
• Ability to use 10-key adding machine and PC software including Word & Excel.
• Read, write, speak and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Audit HR transactions into the payroll system.
• Oversee maintenance of the time clocks.
• Prepare on-demand checks for payroll adjustments.
• Verify PTO records entered into payroll system.
• Update payroll system for deductions and adjustments.
• Transmit payroll information.
• Investigate discrepancies or suspicious activity with documentation.
• Assist in other projects as directed by Accounting Manager and Director of Finance.

Skills

Organizational skills

Math ability

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

10-key adding machine

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Downstream Casino Resort is seeking a payroll professional to audit HR transactions, maintain time clocks, and prepare adjustments. The role requires attention to accuracy, compliance with payroll laws, and strong math skills.

Duties include transmitting payroll data and verifying PTO records, with additional projects as assigned by management. Applicants should have 1–2 years payroll experience, 18+ years old, and proficiency in Word & Excel.