Assistant Payroll Specialist

Gilder Search Group; Missouri; On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilder Search Group is seeking an Assistant Payroll Specialist in Missouri. This role involves processing weekly payroll, data extraction, and assisting in operational reports. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience in construction payroll and strong Excel skills.

Key responsibilities include reviewing accuracy of payroll, assisting internal leadership, and knowledge of labor laws. Strong communication skills and a detail-oriented work ethic are a must for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in construction payroll preferred.
• Experience with Excel, especially Tables/Pivot Tables, highly preferred.
• Understanding of entry-level accounting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in processing weekly payroll through data extraction/review/analysis.
• Provide assistance to internal leadership regarding payroll discrepancies.
• Validate employee time and review processed files for accuracy.

Skills

Excel usage

Strong communication skills

Detail-oriented work ethic

Understanding of entry-level accounting

Knowledge of labor laws

Education

2 years of experience in construction payroll

Tools

JD Edwards

Job description

Assistant Payroll Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• High volume of data extraction/review/analysis to assist in processing weekly payroll for the company.
• Data extraction/entry for weekly operational reports.
• Provide verbal and/or correspondence assistance to internal leadership and subcontractors/vendors to resolve discrepancies or inadequacies in their submitted payroll.
• Validation of employee time, review of processed files for accuracy, and corrections as needed.
• Perform other related activities and duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Experience with using excel (exposure to Tables/Pivot Tables highly preferred)
• Strong communication skills
• Strong, detail-oriented work ethic a must. Self-starter with a well-honed sense of urgency and the ability to regularly meet deadlines
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in construction payroll preferred
• JD Edwards experience is a plus
• Understanding of entry level accounting.
• Knowledge of wage labor laws and union labor compliance is a plus

Leadership Competencies

• Adaptability
• Teamwork
• Creativity
• Results
• Leadership
• Stamina
• Courage
• Sense of Urgency