Payroll Accountant

About Hensel Phelps

Founded in 1937, Hensel Phelps specializes in building development, construction, and facility services in various sectors including aviation, government, commercial, transportation, critical facilities, and healthcare. Ranked #1 in aviation and #6 overall general contractor in 2024 by BD+C, Hensel Phelps is one of the largest employee-owned general contractors in the country. Driven to deliver excellence in all we do and guided by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder, Diversity, and Community, Hensel Phelps brings our clients' visions to life with a comprehensive approach that starts with innovative planning and extends throughout the life of the property.

Position Description

The Accountant is responsible for reviewing, interpreting, and recording financial records. The position requires strong organizational and time management skills, as well as strong problem-solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, research and resolution skills, data analysis, and multitasking skills. The role demands the ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment, emphasizing accuracy and timeliness. Excellent communication skills are also required, along with the ability to interact with employees and vendors professionally. The position also involves performing mathematical computations quickly and accurately, interacting with employees and vendors, and maintaining thorough and accurate documentation.

Position Qualifications

• Well organized and a self-starter
• Possess strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong problem-solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, research and resolution skills, data analysis, and multitasking skills
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness
• Ability to interact with employees and vendors in a professional manner
• Ability to perform mathematical computations such as percentages, fractions, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division quickly and accurately
• Strong communication skills
• May require specific badging or other security requirements, which may require the Company, Owner, or third party to conduct a criminal or other background check
• Computer software - Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge Construction accounting
• Principles of basic report preparation
• Principles and procedures for financial record-keeping and reporting
• Must be willing to work 40 hours per week and overtime as needed to meet deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• Business or Accounting degree
• 2+ years of applicable experience
• College Courses in accounting
• SAP experience

Essential Duties

Payroll

• Prepares, analyzes, and promptly implements payroll transactions, including payments for hours worked, personal time off, and employee benefits, as well as the application of benefit deductions.
• Prepares and/or analyzes periodic payroll reports, payroll schedules, and payroll-related journal entries using established policies, procedures, and guidelines in a timely manner.
• Makes recommendations to improve the payroll process.
• Prepares and/or reviews the accuracy of payroll-related journal entries and performs account reconciliation and analysis while ensuring supporting documentation is accurate and in compliance with company policies.
• Evaluates and implements appropriate payroll policies and controls, and payroll processing and system enhancements to increase efficiency.
• Coordinates payroll matters with other departments, locations, and business units.
• Supports other accounting functions, i.e., A/P, A/R, etc.
• Reviews project time to ensure accurate posting to projects.
• Maintains files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices.

Billings and Accounts Payable

• Review all invoices, employee expense statements, and subcontracts for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment.
• Review, process & balance Owner Billings.
• 1099 maintenance.
• Respond to all vendor & jobsite inquiries.
• Reconcile vendor statements, research, and correct discrepancies.
• Aid in month-end closing.
• Assist with other projects as needed.

Physical Work Classification & Demands

Light Work. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. The individual in this position will periodically walk, kneel, sit, crouch, reach, stoop, read/see, speak, push, pull, lift, stand, and finger/type. The frequency of each action varies by workflow and office activity. Walking - The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, boxes, cabinets, etc. Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, phone, and printer. The person in this position frequently communicates with employees and external stakeholders regarding a variety of topics related to office administration. Constantly computes, analyzes, and conceptualizes mathematical calculations and formulas. Constantly reads written communications and views email submissions. The person in this position regularly sits in a stationary position in front of a computer screen. Visual acuity and ability to operate a vehicle as certified and appropriate. Rarely exposed to high and low temperatures. Rarely exposed to noisy environments and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.

Compensation Range (Colorado Only)

Hourly Wage: $22.00 - $26.00 USD

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Lifetime disability insurance
• Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• 401(K) retirement plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (HSA not available in Hawaii)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee-paid enrollment in vision and dental insurance
• Paid time off beginning upon hire
• Annual bonus plan, subject to company and employee performance
• Company cell phone or cell phone allowance in accordance with company policy
• Vehicle or vehicle allowance in accordance with Hensel Phelps’ policies
• Cost of living adjustment (COLA) may also be included (subject to periodic review and adjustment)

Equal Opportunity And Affirmative Action Employer

Hensel Phelps is an equal opportunity employer. Hensel Phelps is committed to engaging in affirmative action to increase employment opportunities for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Hensel Phelps shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, domestic partner status, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)