Payroll / HR

Job Description

Job Description

Our client, in the construction and industrial industry, is in need for a Payroll/HR Specialist to join their team on a temp-to-hire basis! This position involves overseeing payroll processes, managing employee records, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The role may transition to a hybrid working model after an initial in-office period as the client is located in Wilcox. Ideally it would be 1-2 weeks on-site training, then will be hybrid with going on-site once every two weeks.

Responsibilities:

• Process weekly and semimonthly payroll for different employee groups, ensuring accuracy and timeliness for up to 70 employees

• Manage employee records, including onboarding documentation and annual compliance requirements.

• Administer benefits programs and coordinate random drug testing for both railroad and trucking operations.

• Monitor employee certifications, and send timely reminders for renewals.

• Enter daily field reports into Excel and Paylocity verifying job-specific hours for accuracy.

• Address employee inquiries regarding payroll discrepancies and provide exceptional customer service.

• Handle garnishments, direct deposit setups, and rate adjustments with precision.

• Collaborate on automating manual processes to improve efficiency.

• Organize employee files and ensure all documentation is up to date.

• Train on Paylocity to enhance payroll management capabilities.

• Proven experience in payroll administration, preferably within construction or related industries.

• Familiarity with QuickBooks Online or Paylocity or ADP and proficiency in Excel.

• High attention to detail to ensure accurate job-specific hour entries.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks, including compliance monitoring and drug testing coordination.

• Strong communication skills for addressing employee concerns and resolving payroll issues.

• Knowledge of garnishments, benefits administration, and direct deposit processes.

• Ability to adapt to manual processes and contribute to automation initiatives.