Payroll Administrator

Quanta Services • Lenexa, KS

8d • Onsite

About The Position

PAR Electrical Contractors, LLC is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Payroll Administrator to support the accurate and timely processing of union payroll for employees across multiple locations and projects. This position plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations while providing exceptional service to employees and management. The Payroll Administrator will work closely with Human Resources, Operations, Accounting, and field personnel to administer payroll processes, maintain employee records, and support reporting and compliance requirements. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to manage sensitive information with professionalism and confidentiality.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 3 years of payroll administration or payroll processing experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of payroll practices, wage and hour regulations, payroll taxes, and payroll compliance requirements.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict payroll deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive employee information.
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to build positive working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field preferred.
• Experience processing payroll in a multi-state environment preferred.
• Familiarity with construction payroll, certified payroll, prevailing wage requirements, and union payroll practices is highly preferred.
• Experience with payroll systems, timekeeping platforms, and enterprise software applications preferred.
• JD Edwards experience a plus.
• Experience supporting construction, utility, engineering, or project-based organizations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly union payroll or other designated payroll cycles accurately and timely in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Review and audit employee time records, payroll data, and supporting documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Maintain payroll records, employee earnings, deductions, direct deposits, and tax information.
• Ensure compliance with union contracts, federal, state, local labor laws, and company payroll requirements.
• Process payroll-related employee transactions, including new hires, terminations, promotions, transfers, and pay rate changes.
• Assist with certified payroll reporting and prevailing wage requirements, as applicable.
• Coordinate payroll activities with Human Resources, Accounting, and Operations teams.
• Serve as a point of contact for employee and management inquiries regarding payroll, earnings, deductions, tax withholding, and payroll policies.
• Support payroll tax reporting and assist with the preparation of W-2s and other required payroll filings.
• Process wage garnishments, child support orders, tax levies, and other payroll deductions in compliance with applicable regulations.
• Generate payroll reports and analyze payroll data to support management decision making.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of employee payroll information.
• Assist with payroll audits, compliance reviews, and internal control processes.
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Perform other payroll and administrative duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid health care benefits (medical, dental, and vision) for you and your dependents
• 100% employer-paid basic life insurance
• 100% employer-paid disability benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching contribution
• Paid Time Off (sick and vacation)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Assistance
• Wellness and Mental Health Programs
• Learning and Development Programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED