Payroll Administrator - MWH

MWH is a leading water and wastewater treatment-focused general contractor in the US with a rich history dating back to the 19th century. Fueled by the mission of Building a Better World, our teams are rapidly growing across the nation.

As a company committed to our team's well-being and growth, we offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to contribute to a mission that shapes the future. Your expertise and ambition are valued here.

The work we do matters. The critical systems infrastructure we build changes lives, betters' communities, and improves ecosystems. If you're passionate about this, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

MWH Constructors is looking for a Payroll Administrator to join our team and support our Constructors group in our Broomfield, CO office.

At the direction of the Payroll Manager, the Payroll Administrator will support all payroll functions required for the processing of timecards and payroll. This person will be responsible for the accuracy and integrity of payroll data and maintenance, while ensuring day-to-day clerical processes are supported for 800 plus professional and craft employees.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for pay period documentation filing to ensure proper record retention.
• Responsible for timely and accurate processing of employee payroll documents, to include direct deposit forms, state and federal tax forms, and verification of tax jurisdictions.
• Knowledge of human resource aspects of employee paperwork and its impact on the payroll process.
• Entry of all garnishment and child support orders.
• Responsible for paycheck distribution in accordance with check distribution codes and special instructions.
• Monitors and maintains Help Desk e-mails including research, responses to the employee and related follow-up, and data entry corrections/updates. Escalates complex issues to appropriate personnel.
• Complete employment verifications as required.
• Complete certified payrolls weekly.
• Professional interaction with various work groups to research accounting, payroll, and Human Resource issues related to employee paychecks, timecards, or FLSA status of the employee.
• Communicate employee issues and corrections both verbally and in writing to the employee, field management and various functional work groups in a professional, concise manner.
• Assist with internal and external audits.
• Perform payroll research and additional assignments as directed by the Payroll Manager, Controller, or Human Resources personnel.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a deadline oriented environment.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree in Accounting or related field preferred.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Payroll Administrator or in a similar role.
• Davis Bacon and Prevailing wage experience preferred
• Knowledge of relevant Federal/State/local requirements preferred
• Payroll records and pay practices preferred
• Solid communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Prior work history in a payroll department that is customer-centric focused preferred
• Prior work history that demonstrates flexibility and attention to detail.
• Process oriented and able to work cross functionally in team environments.
• Equivalent combination of experience and training may be substituted.
• ERP System experience in multiple environments
• MS Office: Word and Excel expertise.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of payroll experience preferred.
• College degree or coursework in Finance, Accounting or related field preferred.

Benefits

• Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision
• 100% company-paid benefits including Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD) (after 60 day waiting period for STD & LTD only), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate
• Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
• Paid Time Off (15 days/year)
• Sick Leave (5 days/year)
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%)

Compensation

• The range for this position is between $28 - 34/hr., based on experience.

MWH Constructors is a global project delivery company with a focus on water and energy. With the ultimate goal of delivering maximum value to clients and their local communities, MWH Constructors provides single-source, integrated design and construction services and a full range of project delivery methods. Incorporating industry-leading preconstruction services and safety practices, the Company’s multi-disciplined team of engineering and construction professionals delivers a wide range of projects, including new facilities, infrastructure improvement and expansion, and capital construction services.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Please note that all positions require pre-employment screening, including drug and background check, as a condition of employment

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