Payroll Associate

Alberici Constructors • Saint Louis, MO

312d

About The Position

The Payroll Associate is accountable for the following: Setup new hires based on W-4 & I-9 information including wage rates, union class, tax status, and other employee deductions. Timesheets are entered daily with project information and class to generate appropriate calculation of union pay and associated union fringes. Utilizes Excel time import application for large projects that require automation. Uses computer for data entry of payroll information. Compiles payroll data, such as hours worked, taxes and union dues to be withheld, and employee identification number from timesheets and other records. Handles telephone calls from employees questioning hours worked, rates, overtime, union deductions, etc. and handles employment verifications. Reviews wages computed and corrects errors to ensure accuracy of payroll. Records changes affecting net wages, such as exemptions and payroll deductions for each employee to update master payroll records. Records data concerning transfer of employees between projects. Prepares printed checks and sorts checks for distribution to project sites. Provides department on call coverage on a scheduled rotation. Available for overtime as required by current department demand, including weekday evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Six months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Construction and union payroll experience are strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Setup new hires based on W-4 & I-9 information including wage rates, union class, tax status, and other employee deductions.
• Enter timesheets daily with project information and class to generate appropriate calculation of union pay and associated union fringes.
• Utilize Excel time import application for large projects that require automation.
• Perform data entry of payroll information.
• Compile payroll data, such as hours worked, taxes and union dues to be withheld, and employee identification number from timesheets and other records.
• Handle telephone calls from employees questioning hours worked, rates, overtime, union deductions, etc.
• Review wages computed and correct errors to ensure accuracy of payroll.
• Record changes affecting net wages, such as exemptions and payroll deductions for each employee.
• Record data concerning transfer of employees between projects.
• Prepare printed checks and sort checks for distribution to project sites.
• Provide department on call coverage on a scheduled rotation.
• Be available for overtime as required by current department demand, including weekday evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits

• Profit-sharing plan, cash bonus programs and annual cost-of-living adjustments.
• Generous salary increases and per diems for qualified out-of-town assignments.
• Health, dental and vision insurance eligibility on day one.
• Paid parental leave.
• Continuing education reimbursement.
• Personalized career development and training programs.
• Minimum of 29 days of PTO (including holidays) for entry-level roles.
• Fitness center for St. Louis office-based team members.
• Gym membership reimbursement for project-based team members.
• Corporate office cafeteria access.
• Employee Resource Group (ERG) opportunities.
• Philanthropy opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Construction of Buildings
• Education Level: High school or GED