Payroll Administrator

PAR Electrical Contractors, LLC; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Disability benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Wellness programs

Learning and Development Programs

Job summary

PAR Electrical Contractors, LLC is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to support accurate union payroll processing across multiple locations and projects. You will ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations while maintaining employee records and supporting reporting requirements.

The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred.
• 3+ years of payroll administration or processing experience.
• Knowledge of payroll practices, wage and hour regulations, payroll taxes, and compliance.
• Experience processing payroll in a multi-state environment.
• Familiarity with construction payroll, certified payroll, prevailing wage requirements, and union payroll practices is highly preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Experience with payroll systems, timekeeping platforms, and enterprise software applications; JD Edwards is a plus.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly union payroll or other designated payroll cycles accurately and timely.
• Review and audit employee time records, payroll data, and supporting documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Maintain payroll records, employee earnings, deductions, direct deposits, and tax information.
• Ensure compliance with union contracts, federal, state, local labor laws, and company payroll requirements.
• Process payroll-related employee transactions, including new hires, terminations, promotions, transfers, and pay rate changes.
• Assist with certified payroll reporting and prevailing wage requirements, as applicable.
• Coordinate payroll activities with Human Resources, Accounting, and Operations teams.
• Serve as appoint of contact for employee and management inquiries regarding payroll, earnings, deductions, tax withholding, and payroll policies.
• Support payroll tax reporting and assist with the preparation of W-2s and other required payroll filings.
• Process wage garnishments, child support orders, tax levies, and other payroll deductions in compliance with applicable regulations.
• Generate payroll reports and analyze payroll data to support management decision making.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of employee payroll information.
• Assist with payroll audits, compliance reviews, and internal control processes.
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Perform other payroll and administrative duties as assigned

Skills

Payroll experience

Multi-state payroll

Excel

Payroll systems

Attention to detail

JD Edwards

Certified payroll

Prevailing wage

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Admin/HR

Tools

JD Edwards

Job description

About Us

PAR Electrical Contractors, LLC is a premier outside electrical infrastructure construction company based in Kansas City, Missouri. A subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR), PAR is one of the founding members of Quanta Services and among the largest union contractors in the U.S. PAR’s employees are the reason for the success of our company. Our reputation attracts the highest quality personnel, people who are committed to producing projects that set a standard for excellence. At PAR, we take on the most challenging and complex projects we can find, and we hire people who thrive on hard work and demanding opportunities.

About This Role

PAR Electrical Contractors, LLC is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Payroll Administrator to support the accurate and timely processing of union payroll for employees across multiple locations and projects. This position plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations while providing exceptional service to employees and management. The Payroll Administrator will work closely with Human Resources, Operations, Accounting, and field personnel to administer payroll processes, maintain employee records, and support reporting and compliance requirements. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to manage sensitive information with professionalism and confidentiality

What You'll Do

• Process weekly union payroll or other designated payroll cycles accurately and timely in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Review and audit employee time records, payroll data, and supporting documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Maintain payroll records, employee earnings, deductions, direct deposits, and tax information.
• Ensure compliance with union contracts, federal, state, local labor laws, and company payroll requirements.
• Process payroll-related employee transactions, including new hires, terminations, promotions, transfers, and pay rate changes.
• Assist with certified payroll reporting and prevailing wage requirements, as applicable.
• Coordinate payroll activities with Human Resources, Accounting, and Operations teams.
• Serve as appoint of contact for employee and management inquiries regarding payroll, earnings, deductions, tax withholding, and payroll policies.
• Support payroll tax reporting and assist with the preparation of W-2s and other required payroll filings.
• Process wage garnishments, child support orders, tax levies, and other payroll deductions in compliance with applicable regulations.
• Generate payroll reports and analyze payroll data to support management decision making.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of employee payroll information.
• Assist with payroll audits, compliance reviews, and internal control processes.
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Perform other payroll and administrative duties as assigned

What You'll Bring

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of payroll administration or payroll processing experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of payroll practices, wage and hour regulations, payroll taxes, and payroll compliance requirements.
• Experience processing payroll in a multi-state environment preferred.
• Familiarity with construction payroll, certified payroll, prevailing wage requirements, and union payroll practices is highly preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Experience with payroll systems, timekeeping platforms, and enterprise software applications preferred. JD Edwards experience a plus.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict payroll deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive employee information.
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to build positive working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Experience supporting construction, utility, engineering, or project-based organizations is preferred

What You'll Get

• PAR offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
• 100% employer-paid health care benefits (medical, dental, and vision) for you and your dependents
• 100% employer-paid basic life insurance
• 100% employer-paid disability benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching contribution
• Paid Time Off (sick and vacation)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Assistance
• Wellness and Mental Health Programs
• Learning and Development Programs

PAR Electrical Contractors, LLC does not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. PAR Electrical Contractors, LLC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. PAR Electrical Contractors, LLC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.