Payroll Specialist

Enterprise Electrical; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Enterprise Electrical, a Houston-based commercial and industrial electrical contractor, seeks a Payroll Specialist to independently manage multi-state payroll for office and field staff across locations. You will review labor allocations, support certified payroll and prevailing wage reporting, and ensure employees are paid accurately and on time.

You will collaborate with HR, Accounting, Operations, and field leadership, analyze payroll data, assist with forecasting, and enhance payroll

Qualifications

• Five or more years of progressive payroll processing experience.
• Experience with multi-state payroll processing and payroll compliance.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with payroll systems/ERP.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for office and field employees across multiple states and locations.
• Review labor allocations, deductions, garnishments, payroll adjustments, and records for reporting.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll requirements and assist with payroll tax reporting and year-end processing.
• Analyze payroll data, investigate discrepancies, and coordinate corrections with HR/Accounting.
• Maintain confidential payroll records and documentation for audits.
• Collaborate with HR, Accounting, Operations, and leadership to resolve payroll questions and improve labor tracking.
• Assist with payroll forecasting and cost analysis, and provide guidance to staff.

Skills

Payroll processing

Multi-state payroll

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

FPC/CPP designation

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Enterprise Electrical is hiring a Payroll Specialist to independently process multi-state payroll for office and field employees across multiple locations and pay structures. In this role, you'll investigate payroll discrepancies, support certified payroll and prevailing wage reporting, and work with HR, Accounting, Operations, and field leadership to ensure employees are paid accurately and on time.

What You'll Do

• Process payroll for office and field employees across multiple states, locations, and pay structures
• Review labor allocations, deductions, garnishments, payroll adjustments, and records for prevailing wage and certified payroll reporting
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll requirements and support payroll tax reporting, reconciliations, and year-end processing
• Analyze payroll data, investigate discrepancies, and coordinate corrections with the appropriate teams
• Maintain confidential payroll records and documentation for audits and compliance reviews
• Partner with HR, Accounting, Operations, Project Management, and field leaders to resolve payroll questions and support accurate labor tracking
• Assist with payroll forecasting and labor cost analysis, improve payroll processes and reporting, and provide technical guidance to payroll or administrative staff as needed

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Five or more years of progressive payroll processing or payroll administration experience
• Experience with multi-state payroll processing, payroll compliance, payroll tax reporting, labor tracking, and audit support
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with payroll and ERP systems
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing deadlines and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Clear communication skills and a commitment to helping employees resolve payroll questions

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with construction or contractor payroll, especially field labor, certified payroll, and prevailing wage requirements, is strongly preferred
• A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and payroll experience may be considered
• Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation

Work Schedule and Environment

This full-time position is primarily office-based in Houston, with standard business hours Monday through Friday. Additional hours may be needed during payroll processing cycles, audits, or year-end activities. The role involves extended periods of sitting and computer use and occasional lifting of office materials up to 15 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

About Enterprise Electrical

Enterprise Electrical is a commercial and industrial electrical contractor headquartered in Houston, Texas. Our core purpose is Building Relationships to Enrich Lives. Our core values guide how we work together.

• Safety First, Safety Always
• Committed to Excellence
• Plan it, Do it, Own it
• Learn it, Know it, Teach it
• One Team, One Goal
• Positive Attitude Required

Equal Employment Opportunity

Enterprise Electrical is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.