JOB DESCRIPTIONSENIOR PAYROLL COORDINATOR – WORK/LIFE BALANCE + EMPLOYEE-OWNED CULTURE

$55,000 – $65,000

WHY CONSIDER THE SENIOR PAYROLL COORDINATOR OPPORTUNITY?

Are you ready to bring your payroll expertise to a tight-knit team that values work-life balance and internal growth? Our client, a well-established and respected construction company, is seeking a Senior Payroll Coordinator to join its growing team. This position has been created due to expansion and offers long-term career growth.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE SENIOR PAYROLL COORDINATOR:

To succeed as a Senior Payroll Coordinator, candidates should bring:

• A bachelor’s degree or diploma in a related field (preferred)
• U.S. Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation (a plus)
• Strong understanding of payroll systems, general ledger, and job cost accounting
• Experience in the construction industry (preferred)
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office and payroll/accounting platforms

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The Senior Payroll Coordinator will oversee payroll processing and compliance activities while supporting internal organizational stakeholders. This vital role ensures employees are paid accurately and in compliance with labor regulations.

As a Senior Payroll Coordinator, you will:

• Interpret labor agreements and payroll legislation to ensure accurate pay, taxes, deductions, and benefits
• Maintain employee payroll information, ensuring all data is accurate and up to date
• Set up and manage all aspects of the district payroll system, including job and deduction codes
• Process full-cycle payroll and reconcile all payroll-related allocations and remittances
• Generate regular and ad hoc payroll reports, including weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual filings
• Prepare payroll documentation for current and former employees as requested
• Collaborate with HR and Labor Relations to accurately process employee status changes
• Mentor junior staff and assist in managing daily payroll functions
• Promote a positive, solutions-oriented team culture as a Senior Payroll Coordinator