Payroll Specialist
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Payroll Specialist is responsible for managing the full-cycle payroll process with accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality. This role oversees all payroll related activities, including employee setup, timesheet review, payroll processing, tax reporting, union and certified payroll reporting, and year-end documentation. The Payroll Specialist also prepares payroll related reports and ensures compliance with federal, state, local, and union regulations while handling all payroll matters with the highest level of discretion.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma required
- 3 years experience in a payroll, accounting, or finance position with a heavy focus on accuracy
- Experience in business analytics and financial reporting a plus
- Demonstrated experience in a deadline driven position
- Union or weekly payroll experience a plus
- Must live in the St. Louis metro area and be able and willing to work in the office every day
- Process weekly payroll, including reviewing timesheets, importing and processing payroll, generating direct deposits and payroll checks, managing 401(k)/Roth contributions, garnishments, per diems, payroll tax deposits, certified payroll, bank transfer documentation, and related payroll reports.
- Produce payroll reports and analyses for management, tax authorities, and unions to support compliance, auditing, and decision-making.
- Create and maintain employee records in the payroll system, including personal information, pay rates, garnishments, and retirement contribution limits.
- Review employee records to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
- Complete E-Verify and child support verifications for new hires.
- Create and update union wage rates and fringe benefit information in accordance with applicable union agreements.
- Prepare and submit monthly union reports in compliance with union requirements and deadlines.
- Coordinate and respond to all union trade audits.
- Complete annual payroll tax updates.
- Prepare and file payroll taxes on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
- Prepare and distribute W-2 and W-3 forms.
- Manage unemployment claims and related documentation.
- Process employment verifications.
- Handle payroll-related requests, including bonuses, layoffs, corrections, and discrepancy resolutions.
- Assist in the preparation and support of annual company audits.
- Prepare 1094/95 annual fillings
- Submit bi-weekly 401k contributions to the recordkeeper’s website and ensure compliance with the plan document and DOL
- Assist with the preparation of annual 401k reports and filings
COMPENSATION: Starting at $60,000, Commensurate with experience.
BENEFITS:
- Medical and prescription coverage with eligibility on the 1st of the month following the first full month of employment. The company pays 100% of the premium for the employee and their family
- Dental and vision coverage, included with the medical plan
- Six paid holidays and PTO
- Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
- Safe harbor 401k plan with eligibility on the first day of the month following the date of hire.
- Long term disability coverage
GOODWIN BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION CO.
Goodwin Brothers Construction Co. prides itself on being a self-performing General Contractor in heavy industrial, municipal and civil type projects. Since 1947, we have instilled the value of long-term relationships built through our commitment to upholding the highest craftsmanship and integrity. We are St. Louis based, family-owned company. Learn more at goodwinbros.com.
Goodwin Brothers Construction Co. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.