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Payroll Specialist

Herzog
Saint Joseph, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 10/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/18/2025
Overview:
Herzog Contracting Corp. is currently seeking a Payroll Specialist in St. Joseph, MO to join our team.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • This is a non-exhaustive overview of the job duties for this position.
  • Responsible for the accurate compensation of employees through the payroll process.
  • Ensures computing, withholding, or deductions associated with net pay is compliant with current regulations.
  • Responsible for tax reporting and transfer of funds to federal, state, and local agencies as necessary.
  • Update records by reviewing and entering changes in exemptions, benefits, deductions, work status, and paid-time-off recordkeeping.
  • Maintains employee confidence and protects payroll operations by keeping information confidential.
  • Regular and consistent engagement, participation and promotion of Herzog's Culture and its essential behaviors are a requirement for this position.
  • Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality are a requirement for this position.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in business administration, finance, or accounting, preferred.
  • 1 years of experience in payroll processing.
  • Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local payroll laws and regulations.
  • Experience with union collective bargaining agreements as they relate to pay processes and benefits.
  • Skilled at analyzing information, attention to detail, maintain confidentiality and thoroughness in completing tasks.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products such Excel and Word, inventory software, and the Internet.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Strong organization skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Pre-Employment Requirements:
  • Subject to pre-employment background check and motor vehicle report review.
  • Subject to pre-employment physical, medical evaluation, and drug screen.
  • Successfully complete and maintain any required safety certification and testing on an annual basis.

Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described below must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions of this role. This is a non-exhaustive overview of the physical requirements for this position.
  • Work primarily in an office environment.
  • Frequently sits for extended periods of time.
  • Frequently use a computer keyboard and office related equipment.
  • Requires occasional standing, walking, lifting, stooping or bending.

Safety:
  • Herzog is nationally recognized for its excellent corporate safety record which results from all employees at all levels, in all positions adhering to established policies and procedures. Reporting any and all safety violations to your immediate supervisor is a prerequisite for continued employment. Safety diligence by all results in a safe work environment for all.

Benefits:
  • Herzog offers a robust benefits package including medical and dental coverage. The plans are specific to projects and locations.

Why Herzog:
Founded in 1969, Herzog is headquartered in St. Joseph, Missouri, with a satellite office in Fort Worth, Texas.

Over the course of our 50 year history, Herzog has become a national leader in the construction, operations and maintenance of commuter rail, light rail, streetcar, and freight rail projects.

We believe our culture is at the heart of our existence. It is that belief which empowers every member of our professional family to act with purpose and passion as they advance their career throughout their personal pursuit of excellence.

Backed by over five decades of experience, Herzog delivers exceptional customer service and elite results.

Our success is the outcome of our relentless pursuit of excellence, our passion for our customers, safety without compromise, and a deep-rooted belief in the power of team.

We invite you to join us on our journey to excellence as we work to be better today than yesterday and better tomorrow than today.

It is the policy of Herzog Contracting Corp. to provide equal opportunity in employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, age, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law.

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