Payroll Specialist

Stark Tech; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & vision coverage

Employer 401(k) match

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Career development

Job summary

Stark Tech in Buffalo, NY is seeking a payroll specialist to handle weekly processing for Stark entities, maintain payroll records, and prepare certified reports under the Davis-Bacon Act.

You will provide reporting and administrative support to Finance and Human Resources, ensuring accuracy and compliance in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have an associate degree or higher and at least five years’ independent union payroll experience, with knowledge of UKG, Vista, or Kronos.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in business/finance or related field.
• At least 5 years’ experience processing union payroll and interpreting collective bargaining agreements.
• Experience with certified payroll reporting and prevailing wage requirements.

Responsibilities

• Weekly payroll processing for all Stark entities and updating payroll records.
• Prepare certified payroll reports under the Davis-Bacon Act.
• Provide reporting and administrative support to Finance and Human Resources.

Skills

Payroll processing

Union payroll experience

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

Associate degree in Business Admin/Accounting/Finance

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

UKG

Vista

Kronos

Job description

Job Requirements

This position is responsible for the weekly payroll processing for all Stark entities, updating and maintaining payroll records, preparing certified payroll reports according to the Davis-Bacon Act and provides reporting and administrative support to Finance and Human Resources.

Job Requirements

This position is responsible for the weekly payroll processing for all Stark entities, updating and maintaining payroll records, preparing certified payroll reports according to the Davis-Bacon Act and provides reporting and administrative support to Finance and Human Resources.

Compensation

The expected pay range for this position is $23.13-$28.91 per hour, depending on experience, qualifications, and geographic location. Stark Tech reasonably expects to pay within this range at the time of hire. Individual compensation is determined based on several factors including experience, education, certifications, skills, internal equity, and market conditions.

Work Experience

• Associate degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least 5 years’ experience working independently processing union payroll and interpretation of collective bargaining agreements required.
• Multiple state payroll experience is a plus.
• Prior experience with certified payroll reporting and prevailing wage at the federal, state and county level.
• Working knowledge of applicable state and federal wage and hour laws required.
• Experience with UKG preferred, experience with Vista and or Kronos a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 suite of products required.
• Ability to adapt and be flexible in a changing environment.
• Strong communication and customer service skills required.
• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines required.
• Must be able to deal with a large volume of work in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.

Benefits

Advance your career with Stark Tech, a leader in facilities and energy solutions. We specialize in integrating systems, providing energy-efficient equipment and services, and supporting sustainability through innovative technologies. At Stark Tech, we invest in our employees by offering a competitive benefits package recognized with Mployer's 2026 Great Employee Benefits designation, featuring Market Leading Medical Benefits, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, generous employer HSA contributions, paid time off, a 401(k) with employer match, wellness programs, and career development opportunities. Join our fast-growing, customer-focused organization where your skills and dedication will be valued and rewarded with competitive pay and a positive work environment.