Job Description:

Position Summary:

The Union Payroll Specialist will support the Accounting team by assisting in payroll preparation through tracking and auditing ongoing data. Are you a ‘timesheet wrangler,’ then we want you! This position is a vital piece of our company and requires a strong attention to detail and extensive union payroll knowledge in the construction industry. While performing payroll preparation tasks you will need to manage the timesheet process by organizing data and resolving any issues with timesheet and payroll uploads/recordings. 

Essential Functions:

• Collaborate with construction field operations to ensure that payroll is closed accurately by performing all data collection and reconciliation of timesheets.


• Audit timecard and payroll integration results and perform analysis for various members of the organization.


• Ensure data integrity in the payroll system and other systems that impact payroll upload.


• Review and audit all hours, earnings, deductions, and special actions prior to each payroll processing.


• Manage timesheets and organize data for approval by appropriate supervisors and managers.


• Review and work to continually improve payroll processing with the key objective to simplify, standardize, and build capacity on the team.


• Must be able to communicate with all levels of the organization effectively by responding in a timely manner and providing strong customer service.


• Project accounting – support operations by reviewing timesheets for impacts on projects due to time and expenses. 


• Reporting – Ad- hoc and monthly union wage and benefits reporting to local unions. 


• Perform other incidental and related duties as required and assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• A bachelor's degree preferred;


• Required experience working in construction with labor unions; 3 to 5 years of construction experience in accounting, finance or payroll;


• Highly proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office Suite;


• Preferred experience in construction industry with timekeeping software, Oracle, or other time and attendance applications;


• Working knowledge of IBEW and construction trade policies and procedure;


• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills is required;


• Ability to problem solve, work independently and within a team environment;


• Ability to communicate effectively in clear and concise manner with all levels of staff;

Physical Demands:

 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, and feel, or operate objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms.

 

Work Environment:

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work). The employee may be subject to one or more of the following atmospheric conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.

Competencies:

• Self-Motivated


• Work independently


• Leadership Skills


• Team-Oriented


• Customer Oriented


• Able to manage multiple tasks and provide leadership to other team members 

NOTE:  This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization

POWER Contracting, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employee

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