Winter 2027 Payroll Assistant Manager - Yellowstone National Park

Overview

 

Discover the magic of Yellowstone's winter season!

 

Love snow, magical scenery, and fewer crowds? Join us at Yellowstone National Park this winter! Live. Work. Explore. in the serene wonderland with a tight-knit employee community, enjoy unique activities like skiing and snowshoeing, and provide warm hospitality to our guests. We're hiring a Payroll Assistant Manager to work at Mammoth Hot Springs.. Experience the "secret season" of Yellowstone – an unforgettable winter adventure awaits!

 

Job Summary:

This role provides comprehensive payroll support, including managing payroll systems, updating and maintaining employee records, handling payroll queries and discrepancies, and processing payroll transactions, while ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with organizational policies. The position also requires collaboration with other departments, attending training, and maintaining a professional demeanor.

 

The Details:Position Type: SeasonalSeason Dates: Early December 2026 - Mid November 2027Pay: $2,340.00/Bi-weeklySchedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days/per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

 

Why Yellowstone National Park?We are a welcoming community who work hard, share a real passion for the environment, and enjoy crafting memorable experiences for our guests. As part of the Xanterra Travel Collection®, we are the primary authorized concessionaire in Yellowstone, and proud stewards of the park.

 

Life in Yellowstone:

• Employee housing (dormitory-style) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style) provided 
• Free on-site laundry facility, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth), and utilities included
• No Wyoming state taxes deducted from your paycheck
• A fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities
• Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world!

Benefits:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Learning and Development Program

Perks:

• Free Yellowstone National Park pass
• Employee Recreation Program (photo contest, gear rentals, seminars, ski trips, and more)
• Access to discounted services at Yellowstone Medical Clinics operated by STGi.
• Employee discounts at local gateway communities
• 100+ miles of cross-country ski trails (both groomed and skier tracked)
• Outdoor ice skating rinks
• Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts
• $350 Referral Bonus Program
• The adventure of a lifetime!

Responsibilities

• Assist the Manager Payroll/Analyst in all areas of department responsibilities, assuming responsibilities in their absence.
• Work closely with Human Resources to ensure employees are set up with accurate housing, board, medical and tax deductions and pay rates.  Process timely updates as needed. 
• Ability to set up, run and balance all necessary reports related to the payroll function. 
• Assist in accurate but timely review of time records for processing, editing and finalizing the payroll run. 
• Maintain payroll reference materials and tables with the most up to date information.
• Develop a thorough knowledge of Dayforce and CloudSuite and work with staff to resolve problems. 
• Research and resolve employee pay, housing, tax and deposit issues quickly.
• Assist with sorting and distributing checks in accordance with the biweekly payroll schedule to ensure timely distribution of checks to employees at distanced locations
• Provide payroll training for Yellowstone departmental support staff as needed.
• Foster teamwork between staff members assisting with tasks as needed.
• Make independent decisions about payroll issues prescribed by Xanterra Parks & Resorts in Yellowstone.
• Provide labor reporting to Departments and Directors.
• Research payroll records for outside agencies including social security and unemployment as needed.
• Other projects and duties as assigned.
• Attend required training courses.
• Adhere to all safety, environmental, and ergonomic policies.
• High level of attention to detail and strong emphasis on accuracy.
• Confidential handling of work issues as well as all areas of the General Accounting Office.
• Maintain a professional attitude and appearance while on duty and in dealing with employees, guests and vendors.
• Responsible for understanding and complying with all Xanterra and Yellowstone National Park Lodges hospitality standards, procedures, and policies.
• Recommend and implement changes to improve the efficiency of department operations.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts and help other departments as needed.

Qualifications

Required:

• Accounting degree and/or related work experience. 
• Accuracy, speed and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and people skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Motivational, organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of general office procedures.
• Experience with Excel, Word, Adobe and Outlook.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have a good driving record for the last 3 years. 

Preferred:

• Experience in a hospitality environment.
• Experience with Dayforce and CloudSuite.
• Knowledge of Yellowstone procedures and policies.
• Knowledge of company structure and policies helpful.

Physical Requirements include:

• Must be able to work most of the time sitting at a desk.
• Walking, standing and bending are required.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to work at elevations of more than 7700 feet.

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.