Payroll Specialist

Maguire•Sioux Falls, SD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

For over 100 years, Maguire has been an industry leader in the fabrication, construction, and maintenance of water storage tanks and elevated water towers. The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for processing payroll for all exempt and non-exempt employees, ensuring pay is processed timely, and in compliance with government regulations. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of team members. May perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or similar field preferred
Three years of payroll experience
Good knowledge in accounting and tax legislations
Follows all payroll processes
Use payroll tools and prepare appropriate payroll calculations to ensure proper payroll processing
Auditing or validating the pay records, and knowing how to make needed corrections is critical to producing accurate and timely payments and ensuring that each Employee’s “Gross to Net” pay results is correct
Proficient with payroll software, Microsoft Office, and Infor ERP
The ability to work independently or as part of a team in a fast paced environment to deliver results to deadlines

Nice To Haves

Experience with wage scale construction payroll preferred

Responsibilities

Responsible for weekly & semi-monthly payroll processing
Conduct pre- and post-payroll audits to ensure accuracy and compliance
Research & communicate Davis Bacon & state wage scale determinations for various job sites
Conducts certified payroll filings
Work with HR team to aggregate employee data relating to new hires, terminations & bonus payments during each pay period in order to accurately process payroll
Partner with HR, Finance, and IT to improve payroll processes and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Produces reports on payroll metrics
Assist with inputting of garnishments and communicating with the garnishing agent/agency
Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
Respond to payroll-related inquiries promptly and professionally.