Payroll Analyst

SAHARA Las Vegas•Las Vegas, NV

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for payroll preparation/processing, garnishment reporting and union-records administration. The incumbent assist payroll staff members during the absence of the Payroll Manager and serves as backup.

Requirements

Knowledge of principles of payroll, including tax withholding, voluntary deductions such as levy, garnishment and child support, and fringe benefits.
1-3 years Payroll experience for a Resort/Casino.
Previous experience with Infinium and Timekeeping.
Working knowledge of various Casino Payroll matters to include: GITCA, Tokes & Tips.
Operate a calculator quickly and accurately.
Able to deal tactfully with employees of all levels in frequently trying situations.
Proficient Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel,)
Strong data entry skills, organization, analytical, and problem-solving skills and exhibit composure and professionalism while under pressure.
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while meeting constant deadlines and maintaining strong attention to details.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Business or equivalent experience.
knowledge of front-of-house casino operations as related to Payroll.
Excellent communication skills, customer service and team oriented, self-starter.

Responsibilities

Verify and process payroll information, including employee time and attendance, tax withholding, and benefits deductions.
Verify payroll adjustments.
Primary responsibility is received, set up and withhold voluntary withholdings disbursements such as levies, garnishments, and child support.
Review and document payroll processes and develop detailed and thorough Standard Operating Procedures for the department.
Review processes and determine if there are possibilities to streamline, simplify, automate, and/or optimize workflows to reduce inefficiencies, save time, and improve productivity.
Responsible for the garnishment to AP Infinium interface and distribution of checks or electronic payment to the appropriate agencies of the garnishment withholding.
Provide payroll-related information to the accountants as requested and help reconcile the GL accounts.
Determining and correcting out-of-balance conditions.
Preparing and filing tax liabilities.
Check electronic data for errors.
Process terminated employees.
Process all manual checks for adjustment, terminations, direct deposit refunds.
Ensure timely approval and missing punches in the timekeeping system.
Process payroll on time and accurately, in compliance with state and federal regulations.
Verify accuracy of paid time off accruals.
Oversee PTO processing, by reviewing eligibility.
Adhere to departmental quality standards.
Work within the guidelines established by the company.
Responds to employee and departmental complaints/inquiries, in person, in writing or by telephone to resolve payroll/personnel transaction issues.
Must maintain accurate departmental records.
Maintains employee confidence and protects payroll operations by keeping confidential information.
Continuously review and recommend improvements to payroll processes to increase efficiency and accuracy.
Other duties as assigned.