Senior Payroll Administrator

U.S. Engineering•Kansas City, MO

1d•$70,000 - $99,000•Onsite

About The Position

Accurate and timely processing of payroll, primarily for all office (non-union) employees of the company. Will also serve as a back-up union payroll administrator, and assist with certain other union payroll functions, as necessary.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent education (GED) required
Minimum 5 years of experience administering payroll
Advanced proficiency with Excel.
Excellent customer service skills and ability to collaborate and communicate.
Keen attention to detail, quality, and accuracy
Positive team mindset – professional maturity and adaptability to help the team.
Good organizational, time management, and follow up skills.
Demonstrates the highest level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
Ability to understand and contribute positively to company’s cultural norms.
Ability to analyze complex processes and systems to make recommendations for improvement.
Ability to deliver results and meet deadlines – demonstrate a sense of urgency.
Ability to understand union agreements and fringe benefits.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and excel in a fast-paced work environment that includes frequent interruptions.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring future sponsorship for employment visa status.

Nice To Haves

B.S. Degree preferred, preferably in Accounting or Business Administration
Previous experience with union payroll is a plus
Construction industry experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Ensure the integrity and confidentiality of payroll and all other sensitive data.
Prepare and process bi-weekly, multi-state, non-union payroll.
Provide timely focused advice and guidance in relation to regulatory obligations and identify and facilitate continuous improvement opportunities to reduce the risk of compliance incidents and breaches.
Support payroll earnings, tax, and benefit corrections as needed.
Review team member profiles after onboarding is completed to ensure accurate data for payroll processing.
Prepare final payroll for terminated employees including severance and PTO payout if needed.
Collaborate with the Payroll, Finance and Human Resources teams to use the capabilities of the payroll system to support strategic decisions and process improvements.
Promptly addresses team member pay inquiries, providing a high level of service and resolving payroll issues to support team member satisfaction.
Complete employment and unemployment verifications and documentation as needed.
Serve as a subject matter expert to provide resolution to employees or managers with questions about payroll policies, compliance, and pay discrepancies.
Administration of wage attachments and garnishments.
Assist with the preparation of annual W2s.