Payroll Analyst (on-site)

About the role

The Payroll Analyst is responsible for processing all aspects of multi-state payroll and prevailing wage compliance for Takkion Ops Management.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage multi-state, weekly payroll using Paylocity, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure full compliance with weekly certified payroll reporting requirements for contracts governed by the Davis-Bacon Act, Prevailing Wage & Apprenticeship (PWA), and Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) prevailing wage regulations.
• Edit weekly certified payroll submissions, update craft classifications, and oversee apprentice classifications to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Review, validate, and submit all weekly certified payroll reports; investigate, correct, and resubmit rejected filings as necessary.
• Collaborate directly with the Time & Labor team and Operations regarding prevailing wage projects, hours worked, missed punches, and reporting discrepancies.
• Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts and prepare detailed payroll reports for the accounting department.
• Develop, maintain, and apply fringe schedules for prevailing wage payroll processing.
• Upload apprenticeship documentation and complete required data entry for prevailing wage projects within client portals, Department of Labor systems, and other online compliance platforms.
• Respond to payroll-related inquiries, wage report requests, and support tax reporting and external auditing agency requests.
• Demonstrate advanced Excel proficiency, including the development and analysis of complex payroll and compliance spreadsheets.
• Support year-end payroll close processes, auditing activities, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support payroll operations and compliance initiatives.

Requirements

• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant payroll experience required.
• Associate’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Direct experience with Certified Payroll, Davis-Bacon, and Prevailing Wage reporting required.
• Strong understanding of payroll laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Highly meticulous with exceptional data-entry accuracy.
• Ability to thrive in a high-volume, demanding environment.
• Demonstrated ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• Preferred qualifications: Previous experience in the construction industry; Experience working with Paylocity or similar payroll systems.

Why TAKKION?

TAKKION offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment. We provide competitive compensation and benefits packages, opportunities for professional development, and a strong commitment to work-life balance.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Candidates must successfully complete a background check and drug screening prior to hiring.

Equal Opportunity Employer

TAKKION is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Schedule

Full-time position.

Pay

$80,000-$85,000.