Senior Payroll Specialist

Hunt Electric Corporation - Bloomington, MN

Full-time - Mid Level

Bloomington, MN

Specialty Trade Contractors

About the position

The Senior Payroll Specialist at Hunt Electric Corporation is responsible for managing the union payroll processing, analysis, auditing, and ongoing administration. This role involves full-cycle payroll processes, including reporting for Certified Payroll and Prevailing Wage, and requires a detail-oriented individual with significant knowledge of payroll administration and compliance with union, state, and federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the weekly payroll process in conjunction with the Payroll Manager.
• Process weekly union payroll administration, including entering and maintaining new hires and terminations, wage changes, add-on and deduction codes using the in-house accounting system (Spectrum).
• Daily and weekly reconciliation of field employee labor and expenses using the timekeeping system (AL Mobile).
• Process layoff checks based on Union termination procedures.
• Prepare and distribute various reports, including weekly Certified Payroll, monthly EEO Utilizations, monthly union reports, and ad-hoc reports.
• Assist in union benefit management using the in-house accounting system (Spectrum).
• Audit and process benefit accruals and payments.
• Reconcile the General Ledger with monthly payroll reports.
• Respond to calls from field employees in a timely and customer-friendly manner.
• Identify and review job costing reports for accuracy and discrepancies.
• Complete and respond to employment verification inquiries and unemployment verifications.
• Ensure compliance with Federal and State payroll wage and hour laws, as well as union contract agreements.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates degree in related field or American Payroll Association certificate preferred, including Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC).
• At least 5 years of payroll experience, with Certified Payroll experience in a union setting preferred.
• Thorough understanding of Federal and State payroll laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of and experience with the complete payroll process from collection of timecards to check distribution.
• Advanced skill level in Microsoft Excel.
• Proficient skill level in Microsoft Word and Adobe/Bluebeam.
• Ability to understand and apply multiple benefit structures.
• Ability to understand and apply job costing.
• Advanced analytical skills.
• Strong sense of urgency and flexibility.
• Strong customer service skills, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, stay organized, and produce a high volume of work accurately.
• Ability to work independently, lead others, and exercise sound judgement.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits package