Payroll Specialist

About the role

You will play a critical role in ensuring our employee-owners are paid accurately and on time. You will support payroll processing, certified payroll requirements, payroll records, and employee payroll questions with accuracy, confidentiality, and excellent service.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll accurately and on schedule.
• Prepare and submit certified payroll reports for applicable projects.
• Review timekeeping records and resolve discrepancies with employees, supervisors, and project teams.
• Maintain payroll records and employee payroll data while ensuring confidentiality and compliance.
• Assist with payroll tax reporting, garnishments, deductions, and other payroll-related transactions.
• Respond to employee payroll questions and provide timely, service-oriented support.
• Serve as backup support for payroll-related systems and processes.
• Collaborate with Accounting, Human Resources, and project teams to improve payroll accuracy and efficiency.
• Aid in additional accounting and administrative functions as needed.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years of payroll administration experience preferred.
• Certified payroll experience is preferred.
• Experience in construction, union payroll, or multi-state payroll environments is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and confidentiality.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and meet recurring deadlines.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of payroll principles, practices, and applicable regulations.
• Strong data entry and numerical accuracy skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to identify discrepancies, perform research, and resolve issues effectively.
• Experience with Viewpoint or similar payroll/accounting software is preferred.
• Able to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

Skills

• Knowledge of payroll principles, practices, and applicable regulations.
• Strong data entry and numerical accuracy skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to identify discrepancies, perform research, and resolve issues effectively.
• Experience with Viewpoint or similar payroll/accounting software is preferred.
• Able to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

Benefits

Guarantee offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental, and critical illness insurance; paid time off; a matching 401(k); and eligibility for annual discretionary bonuses.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Hours are flexible to accommodate your needs and the demands of the role.