Payroll Accountant

Payroll Accountant

At Hensel Phelps, we don't just build projectswe build careers, communities, and a culture of excellence. As an employee-owned company, every person here plays a vital role in shaping our success and future. Guided by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder mindset, Diversity, and Community, we combine cutting-edge technology with hands-on expertise to deliver landmark projects across the nation. When you join Hensel Phelps, you join a team that values your growth, empowers your ideas, and invests in your journey. Together, we create an environment where innovation thrives, safety is paramount, and every individual has the opportunity to make a lasting impact.

The Payroll Accountant is responsible for reviewing, interpreting, and recording financial records. Key responsibilities include preparing, analyzing, and implementing payroll transactions on a timely manner such as payments of hours worked, personal time off, employee benefits, application of benefit deductions. The Payroll Accountant prepares and/or analyzes periodic payroll reports, payroll schedules, and payroll related journal entries using established policies, procedures, and guidelines on a timely manner. They monitor federal, state, and local taxes, Social Security contributions, employee benefit contributions, garnishments, and other deductions to ensure accuracy of individual pay. They analyze payroll reports, statements, records and making recommendations to improve payroll process. The Payroll Accountant prepares and/or reviews the accuracy of payroll related journal entries and performs account reconciliation and analysis while ensuring supporting documentation is accurate and in compliance with company policies. They evaluate and implement appropriate payroll policies and controls and payroll processing and system enhancements to increase efficiency. The Payroll Accountant prepares audit schedules and assists/coordinates audit of accounting statements/reports. They coordinate payroll matters with other departments, locations, and business units. They coordinate with payroll service provider on issues affecting company payroll. The Payroll Accountant supports other accounting functions i.e. A/P, A/R, etc. Reviewing project time to ensure accurate posting to projects. Reconciling cost data between project cost ledgers and accounting systems. They develop, manage, and maintain cost controls and labor recaps in conjunction with the Project Manager and Project Superintendent. They review all invoices, employee expense statements, and subcontracts for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment. They review, process & balance Owner Billings 1099 maintenance. They respond to all vendor & jobsite inquiries. They reconcile vendor statements, research, and correct discrepancies. They assist in month end closing. They maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices. They assist with other projects as needed.

Must be well organized and a self-starter. Possess strong organizational and time management skills. Strong problem-solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, research and resolution skills, data analysis and multi-tasking skills Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness Ability to interact with employees and vendors in a professional manner. Ability to perform mathematical computations such as percentages, fractions, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division quickly and accurately. Strong communication skills May require specific badging or other security requirements, which may require the Company, Owner, or third party to conduct a criminal or other background check. Computer software - Microsoft Office Suite Knowledge: Construction accounting Principles of basic report preparation Principles and procedures of financial record keeping and reporting.

Hensel Phelps provides generous benefits for our salaried employees. This position is eligible for company paid medical insurance, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, long-term disability, 401(K) retirement plan, health savings account (HSA) (HSA not available in Hawaii), and our employee assistance program (EAP). It also is eligible for employee paid enrollment in vision and dental insurance. Hensel Phelps also believes in the importance of taking time to recharge. As a result, salaried employees are eligible for paid time off beginning upon hire. Salaried positions (project engineers and above) participate in an annual bonus plan, subject to company and employee performance. Salaried employees (this is all salaried employees) are also eligible for a company cell phone or cell phone allowance in accordance with company policy. Further, salaried employees (project engineers and above) also receive either a vehicle or vehicle allowance in accordance with Hensel Phelps' policies. Based on position location, a cost of living adjustment (COLA) may also be included (subject to periodic review and adjustment).

Hensel Phelps is an equal opportunity employer. Hensel Phelps is committed to engaging in affirmative action to increase employment opportunities for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Hensel Phelps shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, domestic partner status, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.