Payroll & Human Resource Specialist

Moyle Construction and Real Estate Development; Houghton (MI); On-site; USD 30,307 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance including dental and vision

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid time off

Profit sharing opportunity

Opportunity for professional growth

Job summary

A reputable construction company in Houghton, Michigan is seeking a full-time Payroll & Human Resource Specialist. This role involves ensuring payroll accuracy, assisting with HR tasks, and supporting a dedicated workforce. The ideal candidate will have relevant education or experience, strong customer service skills, and proficiency in payroll-related software. Competitive salary starting from $22.00 - $28.00 per hour, with benefits including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on payroll and HR experience preferred.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping and general office administration necessary.
• Strong ability to handle difficult situations with professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Process timecards and ensure payroll accuracy.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly payroll reports.
• Assist with accounting tasks including accounts payable and receivable.
• Track key HR items like CDL medical cards and OSHA logs.
• Complete various administrative tasks including filing and document preparation.

Skills

Customer service skills

Data entry and recordkeeping

Bookkeeping knowledge

HR experience

Education

Associate’s degree in Business, Accounting, or Human Resources

Tools

Payroll-related software

Spreadsheets

Document preparation tools

Job description

Moyle Construction, the region’s leader in design-build construction, seeks a full-time Payroll & Human Resource Specialist in Houghton, Michigan. In this position, you are a key member of our Administrative team ensuring our dedicated workforce are paid accurately and supported throughout their employment. If you enjoy helping people, juggling a mix of responsibilities, and making sure the details are right, this could be a great fit for you.

WHAT WE OFFER.

• $22.00 - $28.00 per hour startingpay based on experience.
• Profit sharing opportunity tied to company performance.
• Health insurance including dental and vision coverage; family plans available.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Opportunity for professional growth – we are growing rapidly and are excited to develop our team.

WHAT YOU WILL DO.

• Process timecards, ensure payroll accuracy, maintain attendance and leave records, and work with employees to resolve payroll issues.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly reports, reconcile payroll numbers, and maintain employee files, databases, and W-2 records.
• Assist with accounting tasks including accounts payable and receivable, subcontractor compliance, W-9 collection, and 1099 preparation.
• Balance assigned accounts, and support auditors during reviews.
• Process employee benefits paperwork, workers’ compensation claims, and keep policies and benefit information updated.
• Track key HR items: CDL medical cards, census data, and OSHA logs.
• Create spreadsheets, forms, and reports to support tracking and documentation needs.
• Complete a variety of administrative tasks including filing, document preparation, copying, ads, and mail distribution.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR.

• The ideal candidate has an Associate’s degree or higher in Business, Accounting or Human Resources, or 3+ years of hands‑on payroll and HR experience.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping, payroll processing, and general office administration is required.
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to handle difficult situations with tact, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Accurate data entry and recordkeeping skills.
• Proficiency with computers, spreadsheets, documents, internet use, and payroll‑related software.
• Ability to stay organized, manage multiple tasks, adjust to shifting priorities, and meet deadlines.

WORK WITH GREAT PEOPLE. Apply online atmoyleusa.hirescore.com

At Moyle Construction, we’ve been committed to building better in Michigan since 1976. While we’ve grown and evolved over the years, our foundation remains the same—honesty, integrity, and a dedication to quality craftsmanship. As a family‑owned business, our name is on every project, and we take that responsibility seriously. Today, we’re a full‑service general contractor, handling every aspect of construction with a focus on continuous improvement. Our approach goes beyond brick and mortar—we call it the Better Built Advantage, delivering smarter solutions and exceptional results for our customers.