What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Processor position at Helm Group?
Position Overview
Are you ready to launch your career in the construction industry with Helm? As a Payroll Processor, you will process weekly and monthly payrolls for our multiple construction companies using our in-house software (Vista by Viewpoint) for 2,000 employees (primarily union construction employees). Time sensitive tasks to be completed by established deadlines including but not limited to balancing hours and dollars, reconciliation of deductions, preparation of accounts payable debit/credit memos, internal audit of weekly payroll summaries, historical amendments to timesheets and union reporting. The successful candidate will need exceptional organizational skills to effectively coordinate and complete a variety of tasks timely and accurately. The candidate will communicate with multiple department managers and payroll time entry assistants.
If you thrive in a dynamic environment where adaptability and teamwork are key, Helm offers the perfect opportunity for you to grow and succeed. This role is located in our Freeport, IL office.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain strict confidentiality of all information encountered
- Manage time and resources to meet predetermined deadlines
- Update and verify union rates and benefit changes per union local contract
- Assist with new hire documentation and layoff reporting
- Assist with union payroll audits
- Payroll processing related to numerous state’s withholding, unemployment and unions
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from management, coworkers, vendors, business contacts and outside agencies
- Prepare payroll tax deposits
- Prepare 401k deposit file and upload
- Process direct deposits and print checks
- Prepare monthly union reporting
- Import and reconcile hours from various departments
- Assist with various payroll data requests and reports as needed
- Knowledge of construction industry
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
- Critical thinker with a continuous improvement mindset
- Positive, professional, polite
- Solid communication skills, written and verbal
- Effectively understands and sets priorities
- Dependable and driven self-starter with strong self-responsibility
- Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, specifically Outlook, Excel and Word
- Knowledge of basic general ledger account functions
Requirements
- High School Diploma required
- College degree preferred, but not necessary
- 2-5 years of payroll or accounting experience
Salary & Benefits
Range: $65,000 – $85,000
Final determination of a successful candidate’s pay is based on job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience. Helm provides a competitive compensation package that recognizes an individual’s experience and qualifications combined with a benefits package to meet your needs.
As a valued member of the Helm team, your benefits package will include:
- 401K plan with matching contributions
- Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Health Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Health Wellness Programs
Join Helm and become part of our supportive, family-like culture where hard work is recognized and rewarded. Your contributions will make a meaningful impact on our projects, ensuring every day you go home knowing you’ve played a vital role in our success. If you’re ready to embark on a fulfilling career journey, apply now to join our dedicated team at Helm.onment!
Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $65,000 - $85,000