Payroll Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

** Position Summary **

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll for multiple operating companies. This position ensures employees are paid correctly while maintaining compliance with company policies, union agreements, tax regulations, and federal and state wage laws.

Essential Responsibilities

● Process weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees across multiple operating companies.

● Review and verify employee time, earnings, deductions, and payroll adjustments for accuracy.

● Maintain employee payroll records, tax forms, direct deposit information, and other payroll documentation.

● Process new hires, terminations, wage changes, garnishments, and employee deductions.

● Ensure compliance with union agreements, prevailing wage requirements, payroll tax regulations, and company policies.

● Prepare payroll reports and assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and audit requests.

● Respond to employee, supervisor, and management payroll inquiries in a professional and timely manner.

● Collaborate with Human Resources, Operations, and Accounting to ensure accurate payroll processing and compliance.

Qualifications

● Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Human Resources, or a related field preferred.

● Two or more years of payroll or accounting experience is preferred.

● Experience processing union payroll and/or construction payroll is a plus.

Required Skills

● Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word or Google Sheets and Google Docs .

● Experience with ERP systems such as Dexter + Chaney Spectrum, Vista, Oracle, or QuickBooks .

● Knowledge of payroll regulations, payroll taxes, and employee deductions.

● Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.

● Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

● Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

\nCompany Description

UEC Holdings, Inc. is an employee-owned investment and operating platform focused on building durable, high-performing companies across the construction, engineering, and infrastructure services sectors. We invest with a long-term mindset, partnering with businesses that value safety, quality, integrity, and people-first leadership.

Company Description

UEC Holdings, Inc. is an employee-owned investment and operating platform focused on building durable, high-performing companies across the construction, engineering, and infrastructure services sectors. We invest with a long-term mindset, partnering with businesses that value safety, quality, integrity, and people-first leadership.