Hybrid Payroll Specialist for Clean Energy Projects

Quanta Services, Inc.; Retreat (CA); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Total Compensation

Time Off That Matters

True Work-Life Balance

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Career Growth Opportunities

People-First Culture

Job summary

Ampacity is seeking a Payroll Specialist to ensure accurate, compliant payroll processing for its growing team. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, you’ll oversee weekly payroll cycles and garnishments, and serve as the primary contact for employee payroll questions.

This partially remote role requires attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities, with 1–2 onsite days weekly. Responsibilities include per diem, travel and mileage calculations; processing garnishments;

Qualifications

• 3+ years of payroll processing experience, with deadline-driven payroll cycles.
• Construction experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Windows.
• Experience with NetSuite and HeavyJob (HCSS) is a plus.
• Strong analytical and reconciliation skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to collaborate with HR and Accounting and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to work onsite 1-2 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Calculate weekly per diem, travel and mileage with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.
• Manage weekly child support and court-ordered garnishment calculations, reconcile accounts, and close files when completed.
• Process weekly vehicle allowances and payroll advances.
• Monitor unemployment claims for terminated employees and respond to state inquiries.
• Assist with prevailing wage audits and documentation.
• Investigate and respond to payroll-related tax notices and resolve them with the payroll team.
• Review quarterly tax reports and reconcile with supporting documentation.
• Assist with testing new payroll tax software as it comes online.
• Support and provide backup for other payroll team members.
• Collaborate with HR and Accounting to recommend payroll-related strategies and process improvements.
• Stay updated on changes in payroll laws and compliance requirements.
• Create, update, and maintain SOPs and procedures.
• Attend departmental meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Payroll processing

Excel

Word

Windows

NetSuite

HeavyJob (HCSS)

Analytical skills

Reconciliation

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Self-starter

Onsite availability

Tools

NetSuite

HeavyJob (HCSS)

Excel

Word

Windows

Job description

Ampacity is seeking a Payroll Specialist to ensure accurate, compliant payroll processing for its growing team. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, you’ll oversee weekly payroll cycles and garnishments, and serve as the primary contact for employee payroll questions.

This partially remote role requires attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities, with 1–2 onsite days weekly. Responsibilities include per diem, travel and mileage calculations; processing garnishments;