Payroll/HR Specialist
Miranda Construction•Louisville, KY
•Onsite
About The Position
We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll & HR Specialist to oversee payroll processing and support key human resources functions for both field and office employees. This role is responsible for accurate payroll administration, certified payroll compliance, employee onboarding, benefits coordination, HR recordkeeping, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws within a fast-paced construction environment.
Requirements
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting or related fields preferred
- 5+ years of payroll and/or HR experience
- Experience with payroll systems and HRIS platforms
- Ability to handle confidential information professionally
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to follow up on pending issues and meet deadlines
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
- Solid understanding of construction accounting
Nice To Haves
- Experience in commercial or general contracting is beneficial
- Payroll software experience (Sage 300 & Miter for Construction software experience a plus)
- Multi-site or multi-phase project management experience
- Knowledge of construction job costing and labor tracking
Responsibilities
- Review timesheets, attendance, and PTO records
- Process weekly payrolls for all employees
- Maintain payroll records and employee compensation information
- Prepare payroll reports, tax documentation and payroll reconciliations
- Coordinate payroll reporting with accounting and project management teams
- Handle payroll-related employee questions and issue resolution
- Prepare and submit certified payroll reports for prevailing wage projects
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage laws
- Process garnishments, direct deposits, bonuses, commissions, and benefit deductions
- Assist with workers’ compensation reporting and audits
- Maintain confidentiality of employee payroll information
- Manage set up and tracking of city, state and county business licenses
- Brand and culture advocate who champions the organizations core values
- Assist with recruitment, interviewing, and onboarding
- Maintain employee personnel files, licenses, certifications, and training records
- Coordinate employee benefits enrollment and administration
- Support HR compliance related to OSHA regulations and labor laws
- Assist with employee relations, disciplinary documentation, and performance tracking
- Maintain HRIS systems and employee databases
- Support workforce planning and organizational needs
- Prepare HR reports and maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee information
Benefits
- Competitive Base Salary
- Discretionary Bonus Program
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Company Cell Phone
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
