Construction Payroll Assistant — Grow with a Friendly Team

JHKelly, LLC; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned construction company in Seattle is looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Assistant to manage timely payroll for their non-union and union workforce. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience with payroll processing and has significant growth potential within a supportive team. The ideal candidate must exhibit strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a positive attitude. Pay ranges from $19 to $21 per hour depending on experience, making it a great opportunity to start a career in payroll.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year in payroll or accounting roles.
• Experience with union construction payroll preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Assist with payroll processing for large workforce.
• Input timecards and calculate payroll data.
• Maintain payroll records and generate reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization skills

Customer service

Ability to prioritize

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in business/accounting

Tools

Viewpoint Vista ERP

Job description

A family-owned construction company in Seattle is looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Assistant to manage timely payroll for their non-union and union workforce. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience with payroll processing and has significant growth potential within a supportive team. The ideal candidate must exhibit strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a positive attitude. Pay ranges from $19 to $21 per hour depending on experience, making it a great opportunity to start a career in payroll.