Payroll Specialist

About the role

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services. We provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas, we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Core Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly, semi-monthly, or monthly payroll accurately and on schedule
• Apply deductions, overtime, bonuses, and other pay variables correctly
• Reconcile payroll data prior to processing and resolve discrepancies
• Maintain payroll records in compliance with company policy and legal requirements
• Support payroll reporting, including tax filings and year-end documents (W-2s, 1099s)
• Respond to employee payroll questions with clarity, care, and professionalism

Qualifications

• An associate’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Prior experience in payroll or a similar role
• Working knowledge of payroll tax laws and regulations
• Experience with ADP payroll systems (ADP Lyric preferred)
• Strong Excel skills for reviewing and organizing payroll data
• A detail-oriented mindset and commitment to accuracy and confidentiality

What You Can Expect From Us

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage
• Time Off & Family Support: Vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL), and paid parental leave
• Retirement: 401(k) and company match
• Insurance: Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance
• Safety Program: Approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear
• Learning & Development: Clear career paths, learning resources, and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement
• Belonging: Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging, and shared purposes
• Flexibility: Reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities

Career Level

Career Level: Associate

Employment Type

Employment Type: Full-time

Compensation

Compensation: $19/hr - $23/hr

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.