Payroll Specialist

Quanta Services, Inc.; Retreat (CA); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Total Compensation

Time Off That Matters

True Work-Life Balance

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Career Growth Opportunities

People-First Culture

Job summary

Ampacity is seeking a Payroll Specialist to ensure accurate, compliant payroll processing for its growing team. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, you’ll oversee weekly payroll cycles and garnishments, and serve as the primary contact for employee payroll questions.

This partially remote role requires attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities, with 1–2 onsite days weekly. Responsibilities include per diem, travel and mileage calculations; processing garnishments;

Qualifications

• 3+ years of payroll processing experience, with deadline-driven payroll cycles.
• Construction experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Windows.
• Experience with NetSuite and HeavyJob (HCSS) is a plus.
• Strong analytical and reconciliation skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to collaborate with HR and Accounting and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to work onsite 1-2 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Calculate weekly per diem, travel and mileage with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.
• Manage weekly child support and court-ordered garnishment calculations, reconcile accounts, and close files when completed.
• Process weekly vehicle allowances and payroll advances.
• Monitor unemployment claims for terminated employees and respond to state inquiries.
• Assist with prevailing wage audits and documentation.
• Investigate and respond to payroll-related tax notices and resolve them with the payroll team.
• Review quarterly tax reports and reconcile with supporting documentation.
• Assist with testing new payroll tax software as it comes online.
• Support and provide backup for other payroll team members.
• Collaborate with HR and Accounting to recommend payroll-related strategies and process improvements.
• Stay updated on changes in payroll laws and compliance requirements.
• Create, update, and maintain SOPs and procedures.
• Attend departmental meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Payroll processing

Excel

Word

Windows

NetSuite

HeavyJob (HCSS)

Analytical skills

Reconciliation

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Self-starter

Onsite availability

Tools

NetSuite

HeavyJob (HCSS)

Excel

Word

Windows

Job description

About Us

A proud member of the Quanta Services family of companies, Ampacity, LLC (Ampacity) delivers a forward-thinking approach to structural and electrical solutions for clean energy transition projects. From design, kitting, and installation to comprehensive electrical procurement, Ampacity specializes in expert-engineered, field-ready solutions that accelerate project timelines and maximize impact. Made up of more than 350 passionate professionals committed to simplifying complexity across the energy value chain, Ampacity empowers customers to build smarter, faster, and more efficiently—with the most reliable technology in the industry. Headquartered in California, Ampacity maintains facilities in Mississippi, Kentucky, and Iowa, with offices in Florida, Georgia, and Vermont. Since 2014, Ampacity has delivered nearly eight gigawatts of fully engineered clean energy systems across North America.

About this Role

Ampacity is seeking a Payroll Specialist to assistwithaccurate, compliant payroll processing for Ampacity's growing team. Reporting to the Accounting Manager,you'lloversee weekly payroll cycles, garnishments, and serve as the primary point of contact for employee payroll questions. Thispartiallyremote role (1-2daysonsite weekly) is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who excels at managing multiple priorities, communicates effectively with field teams, and is driven by precision and meeting critical deadlines.Pay Range: $28- $32/hourly

What You'll Do

• Calculateweeklyper diem,travelandmileage allowancewith a strong focus onaccuracy and timeliness.

• Manage weekly child support and court-ordered garnishment calculations, prepare payments, reconcile accounts monthly, and close out files upon completion.

• Process weekly vehicle allowances and employee payroll advances.

• Monitor unemployment claims forterminatedemployees and respond tostateinquiriesin a timely manner.

• Assistwith prevailing wage auditsand documentation.

• Investigate and respond to payroll-related tax noticesand work withthe payrollteam toresolve themin a timely manner.

• Review quarterly tax reports and reconcilewithsupporting documentation.

• Assistwith testing new payroll tax software as it comes online.

• Support and provide backup for other payroll team members.

• Collaborateand communicate effectivelywith HR and Accounting to recommend payroll-related strategies andprovideprocess improvements.

• Stay updated on changes in payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance requirements.

• Create,update,andmaintainSOPs and procedures.

• Attend departmental meetings.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring

• 3+ years of payroll processingexperience,withdemonstratedexperience managingaccurate, deadline-driven payroll cycles.

• Experience with construction a plus.

• Proficiencyin Excel, Word, and Windows; NetSuite andHeavyJob(HCSS)experience is a plus.

• Stronganalytical and reconciliation skills with the ability to research and resolve payroll discrepancies.

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in all work.

• Ability to workcollaborativelywith a broad variety of people throughout the organization and to communicate clearlyand with a senseof teamwork.

• Ability tomaintainconfidentiality and handle sensitive payroll information.

• Self-starter who can prioritize tasks, work independently, and meet non-negotiable deadlines.

• Willingness to workonsite1-2daysper week.

What You'll Get

• Competitive Total Compensation Industry-leading salary plus 401k for eligible employees

• Time Off That Matters Paid vacation, sick days, holidays, parental leave, and bereavement leave

• True Work-Life Balance Health resources and wellness support to help you thrive inside and outside of work

• Comprehensive Health Coverage Medical, dental, and vision insurance plus additional health assistance

• Career Growth Opportunities Internal promotion priority with training and skills development programs

• People-First Culture Diverse, inclusive environment where you're valued as a whole person

Compensation Range

The anticipated compensation for this position is - depending on experience and qualifications.

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.