Payroll Accountant

HENSEL PHELPS • Greeley, CO

15h • Onsite

About The Position

The Accountant is responsible for reviewing, interpreting, and recording financial records.

Requirements

• Must be well organized and a self-starter.
• Possess strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, research and resolution skills, data analysis and multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.
• Ability to interact with employees and vendors in a professional manner.
• Ability to perform mathematical computations such as percentages, fractions, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division quickly and accurately.
• Strong communication skills.
• Computer software - Microsoft Office Suite.
• Construction accounting.
• Principles of basic report preparation.
• Principles and procedures of financial record keeping and reporting.
• Must be willing to work 40 hours per week and overtime as needed to meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Business or Accounting degree.
• 2+ years of applicable experience.
• College Courses in accounting.
• SAP experience

Responsibilities

• Prepares, analyzes, and implements payroll transactions in a timely manner such as payments of hours worked, personal time off, employee benefits, application of benefit deductions.
• Prepares and/or analyzes periodic payroll reports, payroll schedules, and payroll related journal entries using established policies, procedures, and guidelines in a timely manner.
• Monitors federal, state, and local taxes, Social Security contributions, employee benefit contributions, garnishments, and other deductions to ensure accuracy of individual pay.
• Analyzes payroll reports, statements, records and making recommendations to improve payroll process.
• Prepares and/or reviews the accuracy of payroll related journal entries and performs account reconciliation and analysis while ensuring supporting documentation is accurate and in compliance with company policies.
• Evaluate and implement appropriate payroll policies and controls, and payroll processing and system enhancements to increase efficiency.
• Prepares audit schedules and assists/coordinates audit of accounting statements/reports.
• Coordinates payroll matters with other departments, locations, and business units.
• Coordinates with payroll service provider on issues affecting company payroll.
• Supports other accounting functions i.e. A/P, A/R, etc.
• Reviewing project time to ensure accurate posting to projects.
• Reconciling cost data between project cost ledgers and accounting systems.
• Develop, manage, and maintain cost controls and labor recaps in conjunction with the Project Manager and Project Superintendent.
• Review all invoices, employee expense statements, and subcontracts for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment.
• Review, process & balance Owner Billings.
• 1099 maintenance.
• Respond to all vendor & jobsite inquiries.
• Reconcile vendor statements, research, and correct discrepancies.
• Assist in month end closing.
• Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices.
• Assist with other projects as needed.

Benefits

• company paid medical insurance
• life insurance
• accidental death & dismemberment
• long-term disability
• 401(K) retirement plan
• health savings account (HSA)
• employee assistance program (EAP)
• employee paid enrollment in vision and dental insurance
• paid time off beginning upon hire
• annual bonus plan
• company cell phone or cell phone allowance
• vehicle or vehicle allowance
• cost of living adjustment (COLA)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree