Payroll Specialist

Summary

Performs a variety of general administrative payroll functions. Compiles data and maintains payroll records in accordance with standard procedures. Works closely with a team of payroll specialists to ensure accurate weekly processing of payroll and maintenance of payroll records. Must demonstrate confidentiality and discretion at all times when working with employee and payroll information.

Manson Construction Co. was founded in 1905 as a small pile‑driving business supporting the early development of Seattle’s waterfront. Today, Manson’s legacy of quality marine services continues to grow at locations throughout North America. With more than 800 employees and a large fleet of equipment, Manson supports high‑profile marine infrastructure and energy projects across the nation.

Take care of people;
Do the right thing; and find a better way.

• This position requires office experience with data entry, calculator/10 key, word processing, and spreadsheet and database programs.
• Enters time, prints checks, completes direct deposits, and supports the processing and distribution of weekly multi‑state payroll.
• Processes union and non‑union employee changes including, but not limited to rate increases, W‑4 with holdings, direct deposits, garnishments, and 401(k) deductions.
• Scans, codes and indexes payroll records in Document Management System (CDM).
• Assists with audits.
• Prepares weekly certified payroll reports using LCPtracker, CDS and other software programs.
• Resolves payroll discrepancies and responds to employee inquiries.
• Prepares and maintains monthly and annual union reports; remits payments for fringe benefits, initiation fees and monthly dues.
• Works with HR to maintain accurate payroll records and ensure all data is entered into payroll system on time.
• Access to compensation information is necessary to perform this job function or another routinely assigned business task, and the essential function or duties of the position include protecting and maintaining privacy of employee personnel records and confidential information, including maintaining the confidentiality of compensation information.
• Provides a variety of routine office/clerical duties including organizing, filing, scanning, coding, data entry and maintenance of confidential payroll records.
• Ensures compliance with Manson’s Code of Ethics and Standards of Business Conduct.
• Is responsible for practicing safe work standards and promoting an Incident and Injury Free (IIF) work environment as a condition of employment.
• Additional duties may be assigned.

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 3+ years of payroll experience.
• Working knowledge of state and federal payroll regulations and labor laws.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with CMiC payroll system preferred, but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and critical thinking skills required.
• Experience with LCPTracker preferred.
• Certification in payroll (e.g., Certified Payroll Professional – CPP) is highly desirable.
• Ability to interpret multi‑state collective bargaining agreements.

This position is primarily an office‑based position, reporting out of the Seattle office.

• 100% paid medical, dental, and vision plans for eligible employees and 80% paid for their families.
• Paid Time Off (sick, vacation, and holiday).
• Generous retirement plan:
  Employees contribute 3% and Manson contributes 7%.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Annual discretionary bonus.

Position is primarily an office position, performs work at a desk. The employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods of time. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, use stairs, ladders, and step stools and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Manson Construction Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veteran status. Manson is a Drug‑Free Workplace.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre‑employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to recr

Job Title: Payroll Specialist

Reports To: Payroll Manager

FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt

Location: Seattle, WA

Salary: $25.38 – $38.08 per hour