Payroll Administrator

Thayer Infrastructure Services (TIS) and its affiliated companies • Pataskala, OH

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About The Position

Thayer Infrastructure is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Payroll Administrator to manage and process payroll for field crews, CDL drivers, and administrative staff. The role is responsible for accurate and timely payroll while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including construction and multi-state requirements. The position works with project managers and operations teams on job costing and labor allocation, maintains confidential payroll records, responds to employee inquiries, and assists with audits. Duties and responsibilities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Applicants offered employment will be subject to a background investigation and drug test, and employment offers are contingent on successful completion of both.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of payroll experience.
• Experience processing payroll for field employees and multi-state operations.
• Knowledge of payroll systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll or accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Payroll experience in construction, utilities, or infrastructure services.
• Dayforce experience.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll for field and office employees, including hourly and salaried workers.
• Accurately calculate overtime, prevailing wages when 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed