Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

Key Responsibilities:

• Process weekly/biweekly payroll for all employees, including salaried, hourly, and union workers.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including certified payroll and prevailing wage reporting.
• Maintain accurate employee records, including tax forms, direct deposit information, and deductions.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and prepare payroll reports for management and accounting.
• Collaborate with project managers to track and verify employee timekeeping, job codes, and labor allocations.
• Handle garnishments, benefits deductions, and other payroll-related adjustments.
• Respond promptly to employee inquiries regarding payroll, deductions, and timekeeping issues.
• Stay updated on changes in payroll regulations and labor laws, particularly those impacting the construction industry.
• Assist in audits related to payroll and provide necessary documentation as requested.

Qualifications:

• Education: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum 2-3 years of payroll experience, preferably in the construction industry.
• Familiarity with certified payroll and prevailing wage requirements.
• Proficient in payroll software (e.g., ADP, Paychex, QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state labor laws and tax regulations.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

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