On-Site Payroll Assistant, Construction

Priority Construction Corp; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Vacation Leave

401(k)

401(k) Matching

Growth and Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Priority Construction Corporation is seeking a reliable Payroll Assistant to support our Payroll Administrator and Human Resources Department in Baltimore.

This full-time, on-site role will handle weekly payroll for about 200 employees, verify timesheets, enter payroll data, and assist with certified payroll reporting while ensuring accuracy and confidentiality. Candidates should have 1–2 years of payroll or related experience, Excel proficiency, and knowledge of payroll compliance.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of payroll, accounting, or related experience preferred.
• Experience with payroll software preferred.
• Experience with Certified Payroll is preferred.
• Construction industry experience is a plus.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Payroll Administrator with the preparation and processing of weekly payroll.
• Collect timesheets and payroll information from field and office personnel.
• Review timesheets for accuracy, completeness, and proper approvals.
• Enter payroll data accurately and efficiently.
• Assist with payroll processing while understanding prevailing wage requirements and certified job classifications.
• Assist with submitting weekly Certified Payroll reports to government agencies and general contractors.
• Maintain accurate and confidential payroll records.
• Communicate with employees and management regarding payroll-related questions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Excel proficiency

Communication

Discretion/confidentiality

Teamwork

Time management

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

Priority Construction Corporation is seeking a reliable Payroll Assistant to support our Payroll Administrator and Human Resources Department in Baltimore.

This full-time, on-site role will handle weekly payroll for about 200 employees, verify timesheets, enter payroll data, and assist with certified payroll reporting while ensuring accuracy and confidentiality. Candidates should have 1–2 years of payroll or related experience, Excel proficiency, and knowledge of payroll compliance.