What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Specialist position at Century Contractors, LLC?
FLSA Status – Exempt
Summary Of Position
The Payroll Specialist is responsible for overseeing the accurate and timely processing of payroll for hourly and salaried employees across all project sites and the corporate office. This role ensures compliance with federal and state wage and tax regulations while maintaining the integrity of payroll data and reporting.
Duties And Responsibilities
Review new hire documentation and follow up on any missing or incomplete information
Ensure per diem payments comply with General Services Administration (GSA) guidelines
Verify Hourly PTO payments are processed in accordance with company policy
Manage workflow to ensure all payroll transactions are processed accurately and timely.
Reconcile payroll prior to transmission and validate payroll reports
Ensure accurate garnishment calculations and compliance with applicable regulations
Maintain payroll records by collecting, calculating, and entering data
Process updates including exemptions, compensation changes and terminations
Prepares and process payment for Federal and State tax withholding
Ensure compliance with all applicable wage and hour laws and regulations
Qualifications
High school diploma required; associate degree or higher preferred.
2-4 years of in-house payroll processing experience
Strong knowledge of federal and state payroll regulations
Strong work ethic and team player
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with employees and corporate contacts.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Ensure proper enrollment, changes, and terminations within required timelines
Proficiency In Vista And Workday Preferred But Not Required
Reports to CFO
Work location is at Corporate Office M-TH, remote on Friday
Summary Of Position
The Payroll Specialist is responsible for overseeing the accurate and timely processing of payroll for hourly and salaried employees across all project sites and the corporate office. This role ensures compliance with federal and state wage and tax regulations while maintaining the integrity of payroll data and reporting.
Duties And Responsibilities
Review new hire documentation and follow up on any missing or incomplete information
Ensure per diem payments comply with General Services Administration (GSA) guidelines
Verify Hourly PTO payments are processed in accordance with company policy
Manage workflow to ensure all payroll transactions are processed accurately and timely.
Reconcile payroll prior to transmission and validate payroll reports
Ensure accurate garnishment calculations and compliance with applicable regulations
Maintain payroll records by collecting, calculating, and entering data
Process updates including exemptions, compensation changes and terminations
Prepares and process payment for Federal and State tax withholding
Ensure compliance with all applicable wage and hour laws and regulations
Qualifications
High school diploma required; associate degree or higher preferred.
2-4 years of in-house payroll processing experience
Strong knowledge of federal and state payroll regulations
Strong work ethic and team player
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with employees and corporate contacts.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Ensure proper enrollment, changes, and terminations within required timelines
Proficiency In Vista And Workday Preferred But Not Required
Reports to CFO
Work location is at Corporate Office M-TH, remote on Friday