Field Payroll CBA Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Whether you're a recent grad or a seasoned professional, you can experience meaningful career growth at Rosendin. Enjoy a true sense of ownership as you work with a proven industry leader on some of the most exciting and high-profile projects in the nation. We offer a wide range of job opportunities, competitive compensation, full benefits, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and more.

The Field Payroll CBA Specialist serves as a subject‑matter expert for union benefits and CBA payroll compliance. This role manages complex reconciliations, system configuration, audits, and cross‑functional coordination.

• Ensure all union fringe benefits are accurately set up and calculated in payroll systems.
• Reconcile fringe benefit accruals, payments, and general ledger entries.
• Prepare and post monthly journal entries for fringe benefits.
• Make sure all payroll adjustments are coordinated with other Field Payroll teams and are completed timely.
• Prepare monthly fringe reports and element register reports (401(k), health plans, supplemental benefits).
• Collaborate with Trust Funds and Local Unions to maintain accurate member data.
• Address complex reporting errors and amend fringe reports as needed.
• Assist auditors with compliance audits and respond to audit mail requests.
• Support labor statistics reporting and survey requirements.
• Prepare pension footnotes for financial statements and annual pension contribution reports.
• Identify process improvement and automation opportunities.
• Work with IT on union benefits reporting issues and system enhancements.
• Help train Field Payroll CBA Specialist 1 and 2 on their assigned tasks.
• Respond to complex trust funds, union, and employee inquiries and be ability to identify when something needs to be escalated to a supervisor or other payroll leadership.
• Provide support when needed on other Support tasks like fringe reports, reviewing incoming mail, new hire setup, and VOE requests.
• Make deduction and refund adjustments for under‑ or over‑payments.
• Update Rate Grids and make sure all CBA agreement changes are communicated to all impacted parties.
• Prepare SOPs and other documentation to ensure all policies and procedures are followed.
• The duties and responsibilities are to describe the general nature and scope of work this position performs. This is not a complete listing; other duties will be assigned based on the position's role within the business unit.

• Advance knowledge of payroll and union fringe requirements.
• Ability to independently follow procedures and policies.
• Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude.
• Ability mentor others and share expertise to help strengthen the company.
• Strong reconciliation, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established processes.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Associate degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5 to 7 years of progressive union payroll or benefits experience.
• Advanced knowledge of CBAs, fringe benefits, and multi‑union environments.
• In-depth experience with multi‑state union payrolls.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Exposure to payroll systems preferred, Oracle fusion is a plus.

• Up to 5%

• General work environment - sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning
• Noise level is usually low to medium; it can be loud on the jobsite.
• We fully comply with the ADA and applicable state law, including considering reasonable accommodation measures that may enable qualified disabled applicants and employees to perform essential functions.
• Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.

Pay Range

The pay range for this role is what we expect to pay for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this job description. Candidate's pay can vary based on location, job-related experience, skills, and education.

Our success is rooted in our people. We all come together around long-term vision and a sense of shared ownership. As a group, we do whatever it takes to ensure the success of our business and your career.

Rosendin is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, age (over 40), or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.