Description

We are looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator to manage all aspects of payroll processing for our team in the greater Worcester, Massachusetts area . This role involves ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness in payroll operations, with a focus on prevailing wage laws and construction payroll requirements. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in payroll systems and a deep understanding of the unique demands of the construction industry.

Responsibilities:

- Process payroll for 55 employees, ensuring wages, overtime, deductions, and benefits are calculated accurately and processed on time.

- Ensure compliance with federal and state labor regulations, including prevailing wage laws and the Davis-Bacon Act.

- Prepare and submit certified payroll reports for public works projects in accordance with government requirements.

- Collaborate with project administrators and HR to verify employee classifications, hours worked, and job costing details.

- Maintain and update payroll systems and records, ensuring data integrity and strict confidentiality.

- Reconcile payroll accounts, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues promptly.

- Monitor updates to payroll laws, tax regulations, and prevailing wage rates, implementing necessary changes as required.

- Handle garnishments, tax levies, and other mandatory deductions in compliance with legal standards.

- Generate detailed payroll reports for management, including labor cost analysis and budget tracking.

- Act as a point of contact for external auditors, regulatory agencies, and payroll vendors to ensure smooth operations and compliance.

For immediate consideration, please call me directly!! Eric Lebow 508-205-2127

Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (preferred).

- At least 5 years of payroll management experience, with a preference for experience in the construction industry.

- Familiarity with prevailing wage laws, including the Davis-Bacon Act, and certified payroll reporting (preferred but can be taught).

- Proficiency in payroll software systems such as Paychex, QuickBooks, or construction-specific platforms like Foundation or Viewpoint.

- Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll processing and local payroll tax regulations.

- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and the ability to manage complex data sets.

- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle sensitive information discreetly.

- Strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to evolving compliance requirements.

For immediate consideration, please call me directly!! Eric Lebow 508-205-2127

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