Bilingual Payroll Specialist - PIPESTONE

OBJECTIVE:
To process and manage the company's payroll. Calculate wages based on hours worked and administer payments using payroll software with accuracy and efficiency. Appropriately communicate with colleagues and executives while managing sensitive information. Ensure personnel receives correct compensation in a timely manner.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (other duties as assigned)
 

• Perform all functions of bi-weekly payroll processing & bonus payrolls
• Audit timecards for missed punches & proper PTO recording
• Reconcile/audit earnings & deductions
• Calculate manual timecards
• Establish and maintain employee/payroll records
• Oversee pay card program
• Process new hire/termination/status changes
• Provide customer service to employees
• Cash Receipts & Accounts Payable
• Maintain & oversee employee housing program
• Process & monitor personal Leave of Absences
• Special Projects as requested by Management
• Assist in reconcile/audit payroll general ledger accounts
   

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS
Education:  
Associates degree or equivalent experience
Math/accounting aptitude
Experience:                     
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Knowledge of 10- key, word processing and spreadsheet programs
Experience with time/payroll processing software
Strong Attention to Detail
Analytical and data entry skills
Understanding of basic accounting principles and solid financial acumen
Work Environment:
Office setting (Pipestone, MN or Brandon, SD)
Physical Requirements: 
Standing, walking and ability to be on feet up to 8 hours per day
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing (English/Spanish preferred)
Additional Requirements:
Must have reliable transportation to get to work and meetings