Payroll Specialist

CEI Services • Pflugerville, TX

12d • Onsite

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, assist with quarterly payroll tax returns, and ensure SOX compliance. The role also supports Finance and Accounting functions and provides backup coverage to maintain consistent organizational services. This position is on-site.

Cash Construction is part of MasTec’s Clean Energy & Infrastructure business segment. The company performs civil and infrastructure construction projects, including water and wastewater utilities, drainage improvements, lift stations, pump stations, dry utilities, roadwork, and wind and solar farms. Sustainability and safety are described as foundational to the company’s culture.

Requirements

• Bilingual; required.
• At least 2 years of accounting, payroll, or related business experience.
• 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.
• Prevailing wage experience.

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 processing methods used in a construction environment.
• Communicate with field personnel about missing hours, employees, or cost codes, and document those communications appropriately.
• Ensure master file information is accurate and up to date.
• 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 cross-reference information in a timely manner.
• Assist with quarterly payroll tax returns.
• Review deductions, benefits, and 401(k) accuracy.
• Post payroll, equipment, job cost, and general ledger entries 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 and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Flexible spending account for healthcare and dependent care.
• Choice of medical, dental, and vision insurance, with coverage options 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.

What This Job Offers

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