Senior Payroll Analyst

Our client is a respected leader in the construction industry, known for delivering high-quality projects with a commitment to safety, integrity, and teamwork. We are seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Analyst to oversee complex payroll functions and ensure accuracy across multi-state, union, and prevailing wage environments. Position Overview The Senior Payroll Analyst will be responsible for managing end-to-end payroll processing, maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements, and supporting payroll-related analysis for field and corporate teams. This role requires deep knowledge of construction payroll, union contracts, certified payroll reporting, and multi-state labor regulations. Key Responsibilities Process weekly or biweekly payroll for field and office employees, including union, non-union, multi-state, and jobsite-specific pay rules. Prepare and review certified payroll reports, prevailing wage documentation, and labor compliance submissions. Analyze payroll data, identify discrepancies, and ensure accurate job costing and labor allocations. Maintain accurate payroll records, deductions, garnishments, and employee tax information. Interpret and apply collective bargaining agreements, prevailing wage laws, and construction labor regulations. Collaborate with project managers, HR, and accounting teams to resolve payroll issues and provide support. Assist with month-end and year-end payroll close, including tax filings, W-2 processing, and reconciliations. Generate payroll-related metrics and reports to support audits, compliance, and operational decision-making. Ensure company compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and reporting requirements. Lead or support payroll-related process improvements and system implementations. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred. 5+ years of payroll experience, with at least 2 years in a construction or union environment required. Strong experience with certified payroll, Davis-Bacon, prevailing wage, and union payroll processing. Proficiency with payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Paycom, Viewpoint Vista, Foundation, or other construction payroll software). Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and data analysis functions. Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and organizational skills. Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with field teams and leadership. Base Pay Range $60,000.00/yr - $70,000.00/yr Clawson, MI $60,000.00-$70,000.00 Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Accounting/Auditing Industries Construction #J-18808-Ljbffr