PUSH, Inc. · 19 hours ago
Multi-State Payroll Specialist
Rice Lake, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expPUSH, Inc. is a premier communications and power utility contractor headquartered in Rice Lake, WI, providing telecom infrastructure globally for over 50 years. The Multi-State Payroll Specialist is responsible for the accurate and compliant administration of payroll across multiple states, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational accuracy while supporting employee education and process optimization.
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Responsibilities
Administer timely and accurate payroll processing across all PUSH divisions in compliance with federal, state, and local laws
Ensure compliance with wage and hour laws, prevailing wage requirements, garnishments, wage assignments, and payroll tax regulations
Investigate, resolve, and communicate payroll discrepancies, adjustments, off-cycle payrolls, and employee pay-related issues in a timely and professional manner
Manage government payroll payments and filings, including federal, state, and local payroll taxes
Establish and maintain state unemployment and withholding accounts for new or reactivated jurisdictions
Execute and support payroll setup and compliance requirements for new states, new divisions, and organizational growth initiatives
Support quarterly and year-end payroll reporting and filings
Participate in and support payroll-related audits, including unemployment compensation and other regulatory reviews
Complete verifications of employment and earnings related to payroll and benefits
Participate in annual audits associated with the payroll function such as 401k and Unemployment Compensation
Responsible for Prevailing Wage reporting
Completes requests for verification of employment and earnings as it relates to payroll
Administer the Company’s 401(k) plan, including:
Automatic enrollment and eligibility tracking
Participant changes and record maintenance
Hardship and distribution documentation
Coordination with third-party administrators
Prepare and support annual compliance testing, audits, and reporting
Assist with ERISA-related filings and documentation, including but not limited to:
Form 5500
Summary Annual Reports (SARs)
Section 125 plan reporting
Medicare notifications
ACA tracking and reporting
Utilize payroll systems to their full capabilities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and reduce non-value-added work
Maintain payroll data integrity across systems while ensuring confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA and data privacy requirements
Perform data analysis and reporting to support operational improvements and informed decision-making
Develop and maintain payroll process documentation to support continuity, cross-training, and operational resilience
Provide payroll training and guidance to employees and managers, including new hire orientation, benefits enrollment support, and time reporting practices to support payroll accuracy and compliance
Collaborate closely with Finance and HR partners to ensure accurate, consistent, and compliant employee payroll and benefits data
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Prior experience as a Payroll Specialist, Accounting Specialist, or similar role
Strong working knowledge of payroll processing, and multi-state tax compliance
Proficiency with ADP and/or similar payroll and timekeeping systems
Knowledge of federal and state wage and hour laws, taxes, deductions, garnishments, and benefit reporting
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace (Excel, Word, Sheets)
Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements
Strong analytical, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively with employees at all levels
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Education: Associate's degree in Accounting or a related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and training
Work Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of experience in payroll or accounting, preferably within a multi-state, multi-jurisdiction environment
Industry Knowledge: Prior experience in the construction industry, including prevailing wage and seasonal workforce considerations, preferred
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability – Industry Leading!
Free Teladoc, No-Cost Care Options
Competitive pay, weekly checks
401K with Company Match up to 3%
Paid PTO and Holidays
Bonus Potential
Training & Advancement Opportunities
Apprenticeship Opportunities
In-house CDL Program
Referral Bonus Program
And More!
Company
PUSH, Inc.
Push, Inc. is a construction company that installs utilities such as electrical transmission lines, optical cables, water and sewer lines.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase