Payroll Accountant I

Overview

Process hourly payroll, maintain records, and ensure compliance for a construction firm.

Key Responsibilities

• payroll processing
• record management
• compliance monitoring
• report generation
• check distribution
• timecard coordination

Tasks

-Update employee records as requested for items including changes to their W4, rate, or title -Identify, recommend, and/or implement process changes to make the payroll process more efficient -Coordinate unemployment compensation claims with a third party administrator -Accurately prepare, compute, input, and process payroll for hourly employees including union and non-union employees -Maintain hourly personnel payroll records -Routinely test and challenge updates in the computer system-operating environment to ensure accuracy -Stay abreast of changing government regulations regarding payroll -Prepare and validate payroll reports -Print and distribute payroll checks; prepare checks to be mailed as necessary -Ensure union payroll related matters are in compliance by verifying rates, titles, benefits, deductions, and monthly reports for accuracy -Collaborate with business units to ensure weekly timecards are submitted correctly -Ensure proper approvals are obtained for employee transactions -Complete verification of employment

Requirements

• payroll
• accuracy
• microsoft office
• customer service
• communication
• analytical

What You Bring

-2+ years of payroll experience required -High level of accuracy and attention to detail -Experience working in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines -Analytical with strong math aptitude -Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality -Proficient in 10-key and Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook -Ability to learn specific job-related software upon hire -Strong customer service skills -Excellent communication skills

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Benefits

-Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs -Generous Paid Time Off Provisions -Voluntary Products Including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance -401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match -Rewarding Bonus Program -Employer-Paid Life Insurance -Tuition Reimbursement -Fully Paid Parental Leave -Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings -Competitive Pay -Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards

About The Weitz Company

-Delivers services spanning general contracting, design-build, and construction management. -Tackles diverse projects: industrial plants, mission-critical data centers, airports, commercial facilities. -Known for pioneering practices like lean construction and virtual design implementation. -Operates from numerous U.S. offices, maintaining national coverage with regional expertise.

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Visa Sponsorship

-visa sponsorship not available for this position.

Security Clearance

-background checks are required if applicable.