Payroll Specialist

Position Summary:

Storee Construction is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processing including payroll data entry, deductions & withholdings calculations, and payroll transmissions. This role plays a critical part in ensuring payroll accuracy, compliance with federal and state regulations, and proper handling of deductions, benefits, and employee records. The ideal candidate has strong payroll experience, a high level of confidentiality, and the ability to support both employees and leadership with payroll, benefits, and leave-related inquiries. Experience processing payroll and attendance in a construction environment is highly valued.

This position typically works Monday-Friday 6:30AM – 3:00PM

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Process weekly payroll accurately and on schedule, ensuring all hours, rates, premiums, and adjustments are correct.
• Prepare payroll for check issuance or electronic transfer to employee accounts.
• Collect, review, and enter payroll data including timecards, attendance records, PTO, holidays, and other leave.
• Maintain and update payroll deductions such as benefits, garnishments, and other mandatory or voluntary withholdings.
• Reconcile payroll discrepancies by researching and resolving issues with employees, supervisors, HR, or accounting.
• Respond to employee questions related to pay, deductions, benefits, attendance, and leave balances with professionalism and confidentiality.
• Maintain and organize payroll records in accordance with company policy and legal requirements.
• Protect the confidentiality of all employee and payroll information.

Education/Experience/Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in payroll processing, benefit administration, or related area.
• Experience with garnishments, payroll deductions, tax withholdings, and prevailing wage strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organization.