Payroll Specialist

Jet Industries Inc. is a nationwide, family-owned contractor that has thrived in business since 1977 by fostering an entrepreneurial culture that has led to our diversified construction trades. This culture has helped us create a cohesive work environment. Our company embodies and lives by our core values of Integrity, Customer Service Excellence, Teamwork, Accountability, and Safety. Our start‑to‑finish services include heating, air conditioning, plumbing, electrical, engineering, fire protection, and maintenance.

Our team completes every job with efficiency, safety, and organization in mind, ensuring the best possible results every time. You can always count on us to minimize project waste, maintain an organized project schedule, and deliver a high‑quality product.

Responsible for the calculation of employees’ paychecks and tracking employee timecards. The Payroll Specialist will review, evaluate, and assess the accuracy of payroll and tax documents. Ensures that the company is compliant with federal, state, and local regulations that are relevant to the payroll reporting process.

• Compile and process weekly timecard information for input into the job cost computer system.
• Process weekly prevailing wage and bi‑weekly payroll for all Jet Divisions.
• Track employee deductions, insurance, 401K, garnishments, etc.
• Process all payroll‑related payments in a timely manner.
• Perform clerical tasks related to the personnel function.
• Explain insurance benefits to employees as the need arises.
• Assist in all other accounting functions as needed.
• Reconcile payroll & benefits to the general ledger.
• Prepare certified payroll on a weekly or biweekly schedule as needed.
• Manage expense reimbursements, travel advances, and tool advances.
• Possess & maintain knowledge of multi‑state payroll, wage law/reporting, and multi‑state prevailing wage law.

• Minimum 3 years of payroll experience.
• Knows how to process prevailing wage payroll.
• Working knowledge of ADP and Viewpoint software strongly preferred.
• A construction background in payroll is strongly preferred.
• Strong Excel skills; ability to work with complex spreadsheets.
• General knowledge of double‑entry bookkeeping.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Very close attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and communicate effectively at all levels.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently and effectively.
• Aptitude for understanding software concepts, including critical thinking and cause/effect relationships.
• Basic Proficiency in English required. Candidates must have a basic understanding of English for safety purposes and to communicate with colleagues, vendors, and contractors on‑site effectively. The ability to follow instructions and engage with the team is essential for success in this role.

Jet Industries is an equal opportunity employer and enforces a zero‑tolerance drug policy.