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Knife River Corporation · 14 hours ago

CERTIFIED PAYROLL SPECIALIST

Stockton, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

2+ years exp

Knife River Corporation is one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country, committed to a PEOPLE-first culture. The Certified Payroll Specialist is responsible for compiling payroll data, managing certified payroll duties, and coordinating payroll functions with operations while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

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Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Answer employee questions related to certified payroll or other employment policies

Manage comprehensive reporting of AB219 public works projects, ensuring timely submission to the certified payroll team and accurate uploads to the California DIR system

Prepare, process, and submit certified payroll reports and employee documentation in full compliance with prevailing wage and labor regulations

Complete weekly payroll processing steps in a timely, efficient and accurate manner and work with supervision on discrepancies in data

Review, reconcile and check accuracy of timecards Input data from time sheets, production records, or individual timecards to computerized payroll system. Reconcile timecards to active employees

Pre-audit data and verify authenticity of output in daily payroll and file maintenance

Resolve problems concerning payroll and ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal wage and hour laws

Responsible for accurate distribution of all manual payroll checks

Responsible for working with PSS to assure accurate information/data in the payroll module

Responsible for balancing payroll runs

Answer employee questions and troubleshoot errors/issues to resolve in a timely manner

Reviews wages and corrects errors to ensure accuracy

Records changes affecting new wages for each employee

Support timecard data entry or import from external sources

Where applicable, submit Davis-Bacon trust transfer amount weekly, coordinate monthly Davis Bacon deposit, verify certified payroll reporting and sub-contractors reports and report non-scale jobs information for federal or state reporting

Upload wage scale templates

Input Paid Time off program(s) usage

In coordination with Payroll Shared Services, prepare manual payroll drafts as required for errors or terminations

Verify accuracy of re-employment earnings and hours

Working with Payroll Shared Services, verify child support and wage garnishments

Interact and communicate with HR, Accounting and Supervisors on a continual basis

Support and complete SOX, accounting or other related compliance activities

Maintain up-to-date customer records

Reconcile account discrepancies and resolve billing issues that may come about

May direct the efficient work activities of payroll or other accounts receivable duties as assigned

May process layoff/recall notices (where applicable)

Qualification

Certified Payroll ReportingPayroll ProcessingData EntryLCP TrackerElationsAttention to DetailCommunication SkillsProblem SolvingInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational Skills

Required

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality

2 plus years' experience with payrolls, accounting or other business-related field

High degree of accuracy and attention to detail

Organized and accurate

Proficient in utilizing third-party compliance software, including LCP tracker and Elations, to manage certified payroll reporting and labor compliance documentation

Strong data entry skills and attention to detail

Strong Math skills

Intermediate computer skills including the use of spreadsheet and word processing software

Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Self-motivated, team player with good interpersonal skills; ability to maintain positive customer service and act courteous/respectful of others