Payroll Administrator

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and service-driven Payroll Administrator to support the accurate and timely processing of payroll, compensation changes, and certified payroll reporting. This role plays a critical part in ensuring payroll compliance, accuracy, and responsiveness while delivering exceptional internal customer service.

The ideal candidate brings strong payroll experience, a high level of integrity, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Process weekly payroll, including commission cycles, ensuring accuracy and timely wage distribution
• Prepare and submit Certified Payroll reports for Davis-Bacon projects using LCP Tracker
• Maintain accurate employee data, wages, deductions, and compensation updates within payroll systems
• Process compensation changes including increases, promotions, adjustments, and performance-based updates
• Administer wage garnishments, child support orders, tax levies, and other court-ordered deductions in compliance with regulations
• Monitor and manage the Payroll Inbox, responding to employee and management inquiries promptly and professionally
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies in partnership with field leaders and managers
• Generate and distribute payroll-related reports to management
• Maintain thorough documentation and audit trails for payroll transactions
• Safeguard confidential employee payroll and personal information
• Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 3+ years of payroll processing experience
• Experience with certified payroll and prevailing wage reporting preferred
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
  
  Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Professional demeanor and ability to communicate diplomatically
• Strong follow-up, follow-through, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to maintain urgency while remaining calm under pressure

• Integrity and confidentiality
• Empathy and internal customer service mindset