Who Are We?

McAninch Corporation is a leader in the grading and underground utility industry in Central Iowa. We are a 100% employee-owned company that has been recognized as an Iowa Top Workplace for the last 6 years. We partner with a wide variety of clients to provide the groundwork and underground utilities (water, sanitary, and stormwater) for residential and industrial construction projects.

Position Description:

Start your career with McAninch Corporation! We are looking for an entry-level Payroll Specialist who will be trained on all aspects of payroll processing, deduction/garnishments, and taxes. The Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing weekly hourly payroll for approximately 250 union employees.

Job Requirements:

• Processes weekly payroll by noon on Wednesday for hourly union employees.
• Manually enters timecard data from foreman and shop supervisors.
• Processes weekly certified payroll reports.
• Pays weekly payroll taxes and monthly union benefit premiums.
• Prepares detailed reports such as leave balances, overtime, and headcount.
• Tracks and deducts all garnishments and other special payroll deductions.
• Handles the administration of the electronic timekeeping system.
• Sets up new employees in payroll and HR systems. Maintains employee data as necessary.
• Ensures that payroll and employee data changes are entered correctly and in a timely manner.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Experience with payroll systems a plus.
• Professional communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively in person, on the phone, and via email.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Outlook.
• Must maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a high level of attention to detail/accuracy.
• Able to meet strict deadlines and respond well to last minute changes.

Compensation:

McAninch Corporation offers a competitive salary (based on experience) and profit sharing. McAninch pays 100% of all benefits, including health/dental/vision insurance premiums, life insurance and cancer insurance. 401(k) with 3% company match and paid time off is also available.

Our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) is a 100% company-funded retirement plan that awards shares in McAninch Corporation without a penny coming out of your paycheck. Additionally, McAninch includes all union employees in the ESOP, so we are truly 100% employee owned!