Harder Mechanical is one of the nation's largest mechanical contractors with an outstanding reputation for working safely, meeting tough schedules, and delivering quality projects. Based in Portland Oregon, we work primarily in the 11-western states with regional offices in Reno, NV; Phoenix, AZ; Richmond, CA and Salt Lake City, UT.
As a Payroll Specialist , you will be working at one of the nation's largest mechanical contractors with an outstanding reputation for working safely, meeting tough schedules, and delivering quality projects. This position will work directly with an established payroll team to process high volume weekly payroll for employees in multiple states using Vista software. This is a full-cycle, multi-state payroll position. This position is based out of our headquarters in Portland, OR and is not eligible for remote work.
Successful projects do not complete themselves. Our team of curious and passionate people build on Harder's reputation every day through their actions. We offer professional development opportunities, industry-leading benefits, and the chance to work on projects that will change the built environment forever. Find out more at www.harder.com.
Payroll Specialists at Harder perform the following daily tasks:

• Assist with the processing of weekly multistate, union and non-union payroll
• Maintain and update employee files (e.g. new hires, terminations, taxes, garnishments, etc.)
• Data entry of timecard hours and records into payroll system
• Audit payroll entries for accuracy
• Process and calculate payroll deposits and checks
• Respond to all payroll inquiries, both internal and external in a timely and professional manner
• Maintain employee data by filing, scanning, faxing, etc.
• Verify and resolve discrepancies and correct as necessary
• Assist in preparing and maintaining weekly and monthly payroll reporting
• Additional duties as assigned

What you will need to be successful in this role:

• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, prioritize tasks to meet deadlines
• Strong mathematical, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent Microsoft Office Suite required
• Self-motivated, ability to work as part of a team under minimal supervision
• Ability to communicate effectively with the teammates and external contacts
• Ability to establish and maintain strong and meaningful relationships with others

Education/Experience

• 2 years' experience with payroll
• Prior experience working in the construction industry preferred
• Vista Software experience preferred

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits- 100% of employee premiums are paid by the company
• Generous retirement packages: 10% retirement contribution made by the company and a company match up to 2% of your annual salary
• Profit sharing
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Harder University training and development, as well as other paid professional development opportunities and team environment that promotes individual growth
• HMC reserves the right to perform a drug screening and background check, as may be required, and this offer may be contingent on passing a drug screening and background check.

HMC reserves the right to perform a drug screening and background check, as may be required, and this offer may be contingent on passing a drug screening and background check.
This position is hourly. No recruiters. No phone calls, please.
About Harder
Harder Mechanical Contractors is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local nondiscrimination laws. Our hiring policy reflects and affirms Harder's commitment to the principles of fair employment. Harder does not discriminate regarding the terms and conditions of employment based on any characteristic protected by federal, state or local nondiscrimination laws.
It is Harder's policy to maintain a drug and alcohol-free work environment. Employment offers are conditional upon successfully passing a drug and alcohol test, background checks, reference checks, and as required by law, regardless of citizenship or national origin, documented proof of authorization to work in the United States.