Payroll Accountant Job Details | Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Payroll Accountant Location: Overland Park, KS, US The Opportunity In this role as the Payroll Accountant you will be responsible for processing bi‑weekly U.S. payroll and maintaining accurate employee master records, including making complex adjustments as needed. Partners with payroll associates ensure timely, accurate payroll processing across multiple B&V entities. Performs detailed audits of preliminary payroll reports, identifies discrepancies, and resolves issues prior to final payroll calculation and confirmation. Key Responsibilities Review, analyze, and adjust payroll reports and tax withholdings to ensure accuracy and compliance with employee records and applicable regulations. Serve as a primary point of contact for employees, resolving payroll‑related inquiries with a high level of accuracy and professionalism. Research and resolve tax inquiries, including penalties, discrepancies, and overpayments across all domestic entities. Prepare, analyze, and deliver payroll reports to the Payroll Manager, identifying variances and supporting reconciliation efforts. Partner with Statutory Accountants to prepare and review journal entries related to payroll, including wages, accruals, and tax payments, ensuring accurate financial reporting. Collaborate with IT Support and the Payroll Manager to test and validate payroll system updates, implementations, and year‑end tax processing. Identify opportunities for process improvements and support implementation of enhanced payroll procedures and controls. Contribute to special projects and cross‑functional initiatives as assigned. Effectively prioritize workload, manage competing deadlines, and operate with a high degree of autonomy. Preferred Qualifications Intermediate knowledge of general ledger systems and payroll‑related accounting. Intermediate understanding of payroll tax regulations and compliance requirements. Intermediate knowledge of payroll processing, including multi‑entity environments. Strong analytical and multitasking skills with attention to detail. Demonstrated problem‑solving and critical‑thinking abilities. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent experience. Typically 2+ years related experience. All applicants must be able to complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations. Work Environment Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments. Salary Plan FIN: Finance Job Grade 014 Benefits Black & Veatch offers a comprehensive benefits portfolio that includes health care options such as medical, dental and vision insurances, disability coverage, a robust wellness program, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, dependent sick time, a company‑matched 401(k) plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre‑taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance‑based bonus program. Mandatory Notices BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Black & Veatch