Payroll Specialist

Raleigh, WV - USA

Monthly Salary: USD 28 - 32

Posted on: 2 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our Human Resources team on a part-time basis. This role is responsible for accurately and timely processing payroll for all employees with a strong emphasis on multi-state payroll compliance certified payroll reporting and construction industry requirements. This role ensures adherence to federal state and local regulations while maintaining the highest level of accuracy and confidentiality.

Pay range: $28 - $32/hour rate.

Employment Type: Part-Time

Location: Raleigh NC 27603

Requirements

Associates or Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Human Resources or a related field (or equivalent experience)
3 years of payroll processing experience preferably within the construction industry
Demonstrated experience with multi-state payroll processing
Hands-on experience preparing and submitting certified payroll reports
Strong knowledge of federal state and local payroll laws including prevailing wage regulations
Experience with payroll software (e.g. ADP Paychex UKG Workday or similar)
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information

Key Responsibilities

Process bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees across multiple states
Administer and maintain multi-state payroll ensuring compliance with varying tax laws wage and hour regulations and local requirements
Prepare submit and maintain certified payroll reports in compliance with prevailing wage and government contract requirements (e.g. Davis-Bacon and related acts)
Manage payroll for construction projects including job costing union payroll (if applicable) prevailing wages fringe benefits and garnishments
Accurately calculate wages overtime bonuses commissions deductions and fringe benefits
Maintain employee payroll records including new hires terminations pay rate changes job classifications and benefits deductions
Coordinate with HR and Project Management teams to ensure accurate labor allocations and reporting
Prepare and file payroll tax reports and forms including W-2s 1099s and state/local filings
Reconcile payroll reports and general ledger entries; investigate and resolve discrepancies
Respond to employee payroll inquiries professionally and confidentially
Support internal and external audits by providing payroll documentation and reports
Maintain payroll systems and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and compliance
Manage and administer 401k payroll entries with HR Technology systems ensuring compliance.
Project management for incoming acquisitions to manage the integration of payroll process workflows.

Preferred Skills and Certifications

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC)
Familiarity with job costing and construction accounting systems
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Strong time management and problem-solving skills
Experience managing tax accounts and setting up new state tax withholdings
Experience in Private Equity environment including acquired business integrations.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Office-based hybrid or remote work environment
Extended periods of sitting and computer use

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience
Health dental and vision insurance
Retirement plan with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Professional development and certification support

Dragonfly Pond Works is a leading environmental service company specializing in stormwater management. Since 2006 Dragonfly has provided routine maintenance and repairs on stormwater devices lakes ponds wetlands and underground facilities.

We are proudly an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or national origin.

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