Payroll/HR Specialist

JMS Technical Solutions; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Payroll/HR Specialist to join their team. This on-site, full-time role focuses on weekly payroll and certified payroll compliance for two construction companies with approximately 200 employees.

Responsibilities include processing payroll, ensuring Davis-Bacon compliance, and coordinating with project managers and accounting. Qualifications include HS diploma and 2 years of construction payroll experience; knowledge of 401(k) and multi-state payroll is

Qualifications

• HS diploma required; Associate/Bachelor in Accounting/Finance preferred.
• 2 years payroll experience in construction with prevailing wage/certified payroll.
• Knowledge of Davis‑Bacon, garnishments, 401(k), and multi‑state payroll.
• Proficient in construction payroll systems; strong Excel skills.
• High accuracy, confidentiality, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Payroll processing weekly payroll, time tracking, deductions, per diem/travel reimbursements, direct deposit uploads, quarterly/year-end tax filings, W‑2s, ACA, temp labor reporting, union benefit submissions.
• Prepare/submit certified payroll (LCPtracker/eMars) and ensure Davis‑Bacon and prevailing wage compliance.
• Administer benefits and deductions including 401(k), garnishments, health/dental, and PTO tracking.
• Support internal and external audits and compliance reporting; resolve payroll discrepancies.
• Serve as primary contact for payroll inquiries and coordinate with project managers and accounting.

Skills

Communication skills

High accuracy

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma

Associate or Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

Construction payroll systems

Job description

Our client in Buffalo, NY, is seeking a Payroll/HR Specialist to join their team!

This is an on-site/full-time/direct hire position

Salary based on experience: $23-27/HR

The Payroll/HR Specialist manages weekly payroll and certified payroll compliance for two construction companies (approx. 200 employees). This role ensures accurate processing, adherence to prevailing wage requirements, and timely reporting in accordance with federal, state, and local requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Payroll Processing — Weekly payroll, time tracking, deductions, per diem/travel reimbursements, direct deposit uploads, quarterly/year-end tax filings, W‑2s, ACA, temp labor reporting, union benefit submissions.
• Certified Payroll — Prepare/submit certified payroll (LCPtracker/eMars), ensure Davis‑Bacon and prevailing wage compliance, verify wages/fringes.
• Benefits & Deductions — 401(k) administration, garnishments/child support, health/dental deductions, PTO tracking.
• Audits & Reporting — Support internal/external audits, union/non‑union compliance reporting, resolve payroll discrepancies.
• Communication — Primary contact for payroll inquiries; collaborate with project managers and accounting.

Qualifications

• HS diploma required; Associate/Bachelor in Accounting/Finance preferred.
• 2 years payroll experience in construction with prevailing wage/certified payroll.
• Knowledge of Davis‑Bacon, garnishments, 401(k), and multi‑state payroll.
• Proficient in construction payroll systems; strong Excel skills.
• High accuracy, confidentiality, and communication skills.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual based on race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.