Payroll Administrator

Position Summary: The Payroll Administrator will support the Payroll Department by ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant processing of payroll-related data. This role is critical in maintaining organized records, verifying new hire documentation, and preparing payroll deduction data for processing. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

About Us:

At Gun Lake Casino Resort, every Team Member is an ambassador, essential to the success of our company and our culture. We expect that all Team Members take personal ownership in ensuring that everything they do is in the best interest of Gun Lake Casino Resort and embody the core values of the Seven Grandfather Teachings:

Love: Love your brothers and sisters and share with them.

Truth: Be true in everything you do. Be true to yourself and to your fellow Humans.

Respect: You must give respect if you expect respect. Respect everyone, all people, and all the things created.

Bravery: To do what is right, even in the most difficult of times.

Honesty: Be honest in every action and provide good feelings in your heart.

Wisdom: We cherish knowledge; wisdom is used for the good of the people.

Humility: Know that you are equal to everyone else, no better, no less.

In this Role:

• Responsible for practicing, supporting, and always promoting Gun Lake Casino Resort’s “Unsurpassed Service” standards.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date payroll files and employee documentation.
• Safeguard the assets of the Company by ensuring that all internal controls surrounding payroll are adhered to.  
• Communicate effectively with Team Members at all levels including educating supervisors and managers on approvals, educating Team Members on punch in/out process, and alerting managers on any issues related to internal controls.
• Assist in research of Team Member’s payroll checks and provide prompt reconciliation service for all inquiries.
• Assist the Payroll team in processing requests for Friend of the Court Orders, and Garnishments to Tribal Court. 
• Assisting with biweekly payroll preparation.
• Provide support for Payroll training classes and other Human Resources events, as needed. 
• Verify completeness and accuracy of new hire files prior to payroll processing.
• Collect and organize payroll deduction information, including benefits, garnishments, and other withholdings.
• Prepare payroll deduction data for entry and assist in validating information ahead of payroll deadlines.
• Support compliance with recordkeeping requirements and audit readiness.
• Assist in responding to payroll-related inquiries via phone and email.
• Perform data entry and administrative support for payroll operations as needed.
• Assist with special projects or additional tasks assigned by the Payroll Manager.

Essential Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or coursework in accounting, business, or HR preferred.
• 1–2 years of payroll, HR, or administrative experience preferred.
• Familiarity with payroll systems and timekeeping software is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and discretion.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and Outlook).

Physical Requirements:

• Requires normal, corrective vision range, the ability to see color, and the ability to distinguish letters, numbers, and symbols.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods while using a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs.
• Ability to access all properties and areas.
• Manual dexterity to operate job-related equipment.

Work Conditions:

Work is typically in an office environment; however, additional work areas may be unusually hot, cold, and/or noisy and may contain second-hand smoke. Tasks may be performed from a sitting or non-sitting position in a confined area. Team Members may be required to stand, walk, lift, reach, push, pull, and grasp. These tasks include the maintenance and care of the assigned area. Work may entail constant contact with fellow Team Members, Management, Vendors, and Guests. High volume and fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.

Disclaimer and Conditions of Employment:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job.   These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

All applicants must be able to demonstrate their US work authorization during the employment verification process. The pre-employment process also requires the ability to pass a criminal background investigation, and drug/alcohol test.    

Indian Preference:

The Match-E-Be-Nash-She-Wish Band of Pottawatomi Indians abides by Native American preference in its hiring and employment policies.

Gun Lake Tribal Gaming Authority reserves the right to make changes to the above job description as necessary.