Payroll Specialist

Legacy Utility Group•Plano, TX

3d•$30 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

The Payroll Specialist partners with the Payroll Manager to process and audit multi-entity, multi-state payroll for a mixed union and non-union workforce. The role requires strong knowledge of California labor law, prevailing wage, and certified payroll. The specialist also supports tax compliance, labor reporting, payroll reconciliations, employee time and pay inquiries, and onboarding. This position is onsite in Plano, Texas.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
At least 3 years of multistate, multi-entity payroll experience.
Hands-on experience with LCPtracker and DIR reporting required.
Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local labor laws, including California regulations, Davis-Bacon, and prevailing wage.
Proficiency with payroll and ERP systems, such as ViewPoint, Spectrum, ProContractor, or similar, and advanced Excel skills.
Exceptional accuracy, attention to detail, and strong math and analytical skills.
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to meet deadlines under pressure.
Able to regularly sit for extended periods at a computer; occasionally stand, reach, stoop, and lift or move up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field.
Construction and public works industry experience.
Union exposure.
CPP or FPC certification.

Responsibilities

Process weekly and bi-weekly payroll for hourly, salaried, union, and prevailing-wage employees across multiple entities and states.
Review timecards, wages, deductions, garnishments, job costing, and wage classifications for accuracy.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, including California regulations, final pay, paid sick leave, and meal and rest break requirements.
Administer union payroll in accordance with collective bargaining agreements, including fringe contributions, dues, and union reporting.
Prepare and submit certified payroll and labor compliance reports, including Davis-Bacon and DIR DAS 140/142 reports, using LCPtracker, eComply, and customer platforms.
Maintain multi-state payroll tax compliance and support quarterly, annual, and year-end filings, including W-2s.
Reconcile payroll liabilities, benefits, and tax accounts; prepare payroll journal entries; and respond to agency notices.
Prepare payroll and compliance reports, and support workers’ compensation, OCIP, union, and government audits.
Serve as the first point of contact for employee time and pay questions and assist with new-hire onboarding.
Maintain payroll system integrity, improve processes, and train staff on payroll and timekeeping procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.