Payroll Admin - Slater, IA

Iowa Plains Signs is looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join our team in Slater, Iowa. This full-time, in-person role supports certified payroll reporting, timecard processing, and weekly payroll for 300 employees.

Iowa Plains provides traffic control and pavement marking services, with offices in Minnesota, South Dakota, North Dakota, and Iowa. We value quality work, employee safety, teamwork, and integrity.

Iowa Plains Signs is an operating company of Road Safety Services (RSS), one of North America's leading providers of pavement marking and traffic control services, operating across 23 states and 50 locations. Whether it's 500 feet or 500 miles, we get the job done safely, properly, and on time.

• Prepare and submit weekly certified payroll reports using Aashtoware, LCP Tracker, Elations, and MNDOT forms.

• Enter prevailing wage schedules into COINS, calculate fringe rates, and coordinate benefit updates with corporate.

• Maintain certified payroll tracking, employee benefits records, and supporting documentation.

• Process timecards and assist with weekly payroll for 300 employees.

• Communicate with employees, contractors, and government contacts regarding payroll.

• Monitor payroll emails, resolve discrepancies, and respond to inquiries.

• Provide backup payroll support, assist HR, and complete other duties as assigned.

• 1 years of office experience.

• 1 years of payroll and certified payroll experience preferred.

• High School education or equivalent.

• Highway or construction office experience preferred.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management.

• Excellent communication skills and ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Team-oriented, adaptable, and able to prioritize responsibilities.

• Regular in-office attendance required.

• Location: Slater, IA (Edina office as needed)

• Position Type: Full-Time, In-Person, Hourly (Nonexempt)

• Reports To: Payroll Lead

• Schedule: Monday–Friday; seasonal hours may vary. Overtime and work outside regular business hours may be required.

• Professional development and cross-training opportunities

• Collaborative, team-focused environment

• Opportunity to develop payroll and certified payroll expertise

• Backed by the strength and resources of Road Safety Services

If you're organized, detail-oriented, and ready to grow your payroll career, apply today!

Iowa Plains Signs is an Equal Opportunity Employer.