Keeley Construction Group · 18 hours ago
Sr Payroll Manager
St Louis, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expKeeley Construction Group is committed to empowering its employees and fostering a supportive work environment. They are seeking a Sr Payroll Manager to lead the payroll team, oversee payroll processing for both union and non-union employees, and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
Real Estate
Responsibilities
Lead, mentor, and manage the payroll team, providing ongoing training, support, and performance management
Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for union and non-union employees across multiple states, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Administer and validate certified payroll reports for public works and government-funded projects, ensuring compliance with Davis-Bacon and prevailing wage laws
Ensure proper setup and application of wage rates, classifications, and fringes according to collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) and project requirements
Manage accurate calculation, deduction, and remittance of union fringes, dues, and benefit contributions
Oversee payroll tax filings, reconciliations, garnishments, and year-end reporting (W-2s, 1099s, etc.)
Maintain payroll records and ensure confidentiality, data integrity, and adherence to internal controls
Serve as the primary contact for union payroll matters; interpret CBAs and ensure accurate application of terms across multiple trade unions throughout the Midwest
Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, prevailing wage requirements, and reporting obligations
Lead internal and external payroll audits; prepare and submit required documentation and reconciliations
Lead payroll system upgrades, integrations, and process automation initiatives to improve efficiency and accuracy
Prepare detailed labor cost, union fringe, and certified payroll reports for senior leadership, auditors, and government agencies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required
Minimum of 10 years of progressive payroll experience, with at least 3–5 years in a management or leadership capacity
Strong understanding of certified payroll, Davis-Bacon Act, prevailing wage, and multi-union reporting
Experience managing payroll for both union and non-union employees
In-depth knowledge of federal and state wage and hour laws, payroll tax regulations, and compliance requirements
Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills with attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams
Preferred
Experience with CMiC, preferred
Company
Keeley Construction Group
Keeley Construction was founded in 1976 as a family-owned paving company.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Larry Keeley
Chairman
Rusty Keeley
Chairman
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