Payroll Specialist

Hourly rate is $30.00 - $33.00 depending on experience.

Payroll Specialist

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsible for the accurate and timely processing of weekly payroll for 200-300 employees across multiple construction projects. Maintains employee timekeeping records, processes new hires, terminations, wage rate changes, and payroll adjustments, while ensuring compliance with union agreements, certified payroll requirements, and company policies. Coordinates with field personnel, Human Resources, Corporate Payroll, and project management to resolve payroll discrepancies and support workforce administration. Prepares certified payroll reports, union reporting and payments, fringe benefit documentation, and audit-related reconciliations. Provides administrative support including document control, office supply management, shipping coordination, employee payroll inquiries, and front-office backup support.

SKILLS REQUIRED

Technical Skills

• Payroll processing and administration
  
• Timekeeping and attendance management
  
• Payroll software proficiency (e.g., JD Edwards, Workday, Procore)
  
• Microsoft Excel and spreadsheet management
  
• Certified payroll reporting
  
• Union payroll administration
  
• Wage and hour compliance
  

Compliance & Regulatory Knowledge

• Federal, state, and local payroll regulations
  
• Labor law compliance
  
• Prevailing wage requirements
  
• Union agreements and collective bargaining agreements
  
• Certified payroll requirements
  
• Record retention and audit requirements
  

Soft Skills

• Attention to detail
  
• Accuracy and data integrity
  
• Confidentiality and discretion
  
• Organization and time management
  
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting
  
• Communication and interpersonal skills
  
• Customer Service Orientation
  
• Ability to meet strict deadlines
  
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams
  
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment
  

Core Competencies

• Payroll Processing
  
• Certified Payroll Reporting
  
• Union Payroll Administration
  
• JD Edwards
  
• Procore Timecards
  
• Payroll Reconciliation
  
• Timekeeping Management
  
• Labor Compliance
  
• Prevailing Wage Compliance
  
• Employee Relations
  
• Data Analysis
  
• Microsoft Excel
  
• Audit Support
  
• Records Management
  

Equal Opportunity Employer