Payroll Specialist
About The Position
Cash Construction, a MasTec company, is hiring an hourly Payroll Specialist to process weekly payroll using a variety of time capture systems, remit garnishments to outside agencies, process quarterly payroll tax returns, and ensure SOX compliance. The role also supports Finance and Accounting functions and provides backup coverage to help maintain consistent organizational services. This is an on-site position. Cash Construction operates in the civil and infrastructure construction industry and is part of MasTec’s Clean Energy & Infrastructure business segment. Sustainability and safety are foundational to the company’s culture.
Requirements
- Bilingual ability is required.
- At least 2 years of accounting, payroll, or related business experience is required.
- Experience with payroll system software.
- Knowledge of payroll taxes, SOX controls, and payroll compliance.
- Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Viewpoint, Oracle, ADP, Power BI, Excel, B2W, and Microsoft Teams is preferred.
- Prevailing wage experience is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Enter timecard data quickly and accurately, proof pre-entered payroll data, and follow up with field personnel about issues or inconsistencies.
- Learn new systems and payroll methods used in a construction environment.
- Communicate with field personnel about missing hours, employees, or cost codes, and obtain proper documentation of communications.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date master file information.
- Organize and maintain digital files and timecards after each weekly payroll.
- Provide customer service in person or by telephone to employees and supervisors with paycheck questions or concerns.
- Coordinate with Human Resources to ensure timely cross-referencing of information.
- Assist with quarterly payroll tax returns.
- Review the accuracy of deductions, benefits, and 401(k) information.
- Post payroll, equipment, job cost, and general ledger information weekly.
- Set up and remit garnishments and child support payments.
- Assist the Payroll Supervisor and other team members with special projects as needed.
- Provide front desk receptionist coverage or backup as needed.
Benefits
- 401(k) with company match.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
- Flexible spending account for healthcare and dependent care.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with plan choice and coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children.
- Diabetes management, telehealth coverage, prescription drug plan, pet insurance, and weight management drug discount.
- Discounted national gym membership network.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Bereavement leave.
- Military leave, including benefits continuation.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Short- and long-term disability insurance.
- Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
- Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage.
- Emergency Travel Assistance Program.
- Group legal plan.
- Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
