Payroll Accountant I

Are you a payroll professional with a couple years of experience looking to join a supportive and collaborative team? The Weitz Company is hiring a Payroll Accountant I for our office in downtown Des Moines! The Payroll Accountant is responsible for assisting the Accounting Supervisor with all tasks related to producing payroll for hourly employees. This includes data entry, employment verification, setting up and maintaining benefit information, timecard management, and payroll reports.

The Weitz Company has been Building a Better Way since 1855. We are a full-service construction company, general contractor, design-builder, and construction manager with office locations throughout the United States. We believe our employees to be our most valuable asset, and we are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves.

What You’ll Do:

• Collaborate with business units to ensure weekly timecards are submitted correctly
• Accurately prepare, compute, input, and process payroll for hourly employees including union and non-union employees
• Update employee records as requested for items including changes to their W4, rate, or title
• Ensure proper approvals are obtained for employee transactions
• Print and distribute payroll checks; prepare checks to be mailed as necessary
• Ensure union payroll related matters are in compliance by verifying rates, titles, benefits, deductions, and monthly reports for accuracy
• Maintain hourly personnel payroll records
• Coordinate unemployment compensation claims with a third party administrator
• Complete verification of employment
• Prepare and validate payroll reports
• Routinely test and challenge updates in the computer system-operating environment to ensure accuracy
• Identify, recommend, and/or implement process changes to make the payroll process more efficient
• Stay abreast of changing government regulations regarding payroll

What We're Looking For:

• Experience:
  • 2 years of payroll experience required
  • Experience working in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines
• Skills:
  • Analytical with strong math aptitude
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
  • Flexibility to pivot priorities as needed
  • Positive attitude and open to change
  • Team player who is willing to jump in and help where needed
• Technology:

• • Proficient in 10-key and Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Ability to learn specific job-related software upon hire 

What We Offer: 

• Competitive Pay
• Rewarding Bonus Program
• Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
• Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fully Paid Parental Leave
• Voluntary Products Including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
• Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time. 

The Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of the Company without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of the Company. Please, no phone calls or emails.

The Weitz Company, LLC (and its U.S.-based subsidiaries and affiliates) recognizes the value of and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and follow applicable affirmative action guidelines and policies. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with applicable ​state and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and background checks are required if applicable. Click here to review our Privacy Notice.  

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