Payroll Administrator

Thayer Infrastructure Services (TIS) and its affiliated companies•Warren, MI

About The Position

LeCom Utility Contractors has established itself as one of the premier contractors in the Telecommunications and Power industries. With our experienced staff and fleet of vehicles, we are able to meet telephone and power construction needs from concept through to reality. LeCom Utility Contractors is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Payroll Administrator to manage and process payroll for a diverse workforce including field crews, CDL drivers, and administrative staff. This role is critical to ensuring accurate and timely payroll while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including construction and multi-state requirements.

Requirements

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
2+ years of payroll experience, preferably in construction, utilities, or infrastructure services
Experience processing payroll for field employees and multi-state operations
Knowledge of payroll systems (Dayforce experience preferred)
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll/accounting software
Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

Process weekly payroll for field and office employees, including hourly, and salaried workers
Accurately calculate overtime, prevailing wages (if applicable), bonuses, and deductions
Review and verify timesheets from field crews, foremen, and supervisors
Coordinate with project managers and operations teams to ensure accurate job costing and labor allocation
Maintain employee payroll records, including tax forms, direct deposits, and benefit deductions
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, including multi-state payroll requirements
Process garnishments, child support, and other wage attachments
Respond to employee payroll-related inquiries in a timely and professional manner
Assist with internal and external payroll audits
Maintain strict confidentiality of employee and payroll information