Payroll Specialist

The Hagerman Group•Fishers, IN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

At Hagerman, we don’t just build buildings - we build communities, careers, and futures. If you’re a Payroll Specialist who wants their work to matter beyond the numbers, we invite you to join our Fishers team, where collaboration, trust, and purpose define how we work every day. Hagerman shapes Indiana communities through work in commercial markets, with projects intentionally designed to serve people. We take this responsibility seriously and approach every project with a strong commitment to the communities we support. Our Fishers team is known for its: Collaborative environment defined by strong camaraderie and mutual respect Meaningful connections within the local community Pride in delivering projects that positively impact people’s lives A shared dedication to mentorship and collaboration. People join Hagerman for our reputation. They stay for our culture, values, and authentic commitment to building a better future for the communities we serve. The Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing accurate, timely, and compliant weekly payroll for both bargaining and non‑bargaining employees. This role is ideal for an experienced payroll professional who thrives on precision, confidentiality, and consistency, and who enjoys working cross‑functionally with HR, Accounting, and Operations to support employees across the organization.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Minimum of 7 years of related payroll or accounting experience (degree may substitute for up to 4 years of experience)
Strong working knowledge of payroll processing, payroll taxes, reconciliation, and internal controls
Experience with automated payroll systems and ability to quickly learn new software
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, including using Excel for payroll reconciliation and reporting
Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet weekly deadlines accurately
Strong problem‑solving, critical‑thinking, and customer service skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work with employees at all levels of the organization
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation

Nice To Haves

college degree in Accounting or related field preferred

Responsibilities

Process weekly payroll for bargaining and non‑bargaining employees, including collecting and reviewing electronic timecards
Reconcile payroll on a weekly basis and resolve discrepancies promptly
Maintain payroll entries such as direct deposits, pay changes, taxes, benefits deductions, garnishments, and child support orders
Research and resolve payroll inquiries with a customer‑focused approach
Monitor PTO accruals, holiday pay, and related balances
Process manual checks, layoff checks, and ACH transfers as needed
Support new hire payroll setup, including E‑Verify and Indiana New Hire reporting
Maintain employee payroll documentation and personnel files with accuracy and confidentiality
Coordinate and update annual union wage and benefit changes
Process employment verifications and provide payroll reports to Accounting and leadership as requested
Perform other related duties as assigned