Payroll Specialist

STO Building Group; Sandy (UT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer-m

Life & AD&D Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Layton Construction seeks a Payroll Specialist to support payroll processing across multiple departments. You will maintain payroll records, assist with reporting and audits, and respond to employee inquiries while ensuring compliance with federal and local regulations.

The role requires accuracy, strong organizational skills and experience with payroll software. The position emphasizes confidentiality and data integrity in a busy construction environment.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in payroll administration, accounting, or a related field.
• High school diploma or equivalent; college coursework in accounting/HR/finance preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with Word.
• Familiarity with payroll software and timekeeping systems.

Responsibilities

• Process and verify payroll data including timekeeping, deductions, garnishments and adjustments.
• Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation.
• Update employee information for job changes, transfers, tax withholdings, direct deposit.
• Monitor payroll deadlines to ensure timely processing.
• Support payroll reporting and reconciliations.
• Respond to employee pay questions and support audits.

Skills

Payroll processing

Timekeeping

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Accounting/HR/Finance coursework

Tools

Payroll software

Timekeeping systems

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for supporting payroll processing and related administrative tasks across multiple departments and entities. This role ensures timely and accurate payroll submissions, maintains payroll records, and provides assistance with reporting, audits, and employee inquiries.

Summary

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for supporting payroll processing and related administrative tasks across multiple departments and entities. This role ensures timely and accurate payroll submissions, maintains payroll records, and provides assistance with reporting, audits, and employee inquiries.

Duties

• Champions The Layton Way by delivering predictable outcomes for internal teams, external teams, and customers.
• Ensures that Constructing with Integrity is delivered by working with honesty, unity, safety, and quality of work.
• Processes and verifies payroll data, including timekeeping records, deductions, garnishments, and adjustments.
• Maintains payroll records and supporting documentation in an organized and accurate manner.
• Updates employee information such as job changes, department transfers, tax withholdings, and direct deposit details.
• Tracks and monitors payroll deadlines to ensure timely and compliant processing.
• Assists with payroll-related reporting and reconciliations.
• Responds to employee questions related to pay, deductions, and timekeeping.
• Supports audits by providing required payroll documentation and records.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Protects sensitive payroll data by maintaining confidentiality and data integrity.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in payroll administration, accounting, or a related field, or a combination of education and experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework in accounting, HR, or finance preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic knowledge of Word.
• Familiarity with payroll software and timekeeping systems preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy in data entry and documentation.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interact with employees and internal teams.
• Demonstrates integrity and discretion in handling confidential information.
• Knowledge of wage and hour laws, tax reporting, and payroll best practices is a plus.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Home & Auto Insurance
• Family Support
• Pre-tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation
• Paid time off
• Time Away Benefits
• Paid Holidays
• Group Legal
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Identity Theft Protection
• Group Legal
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

EEO Statement: Layton Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

About Us

Layton Construction is a privately held national general contractor, delivering predictable outcomes in commercial construction since 1953. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, Layton operates from 16 strategic offices across the United States, employing more than 1,500 construction professionals who serve diverse markets including healthcare, education, commercial office, industrial, hospitality, and multi-unit residential.

Founded on the core values of honesty, unity, safety, and quality, Layton has built a reputation for excellence in complex project delivery while maintaining strong partnerships with clients, architects, and trade partners nationwide.

The STO Building Group family of companies

Structure Tone, Structure Tone Southwest, Pavarini Construction Co., Pavarini McGovern, LF Driscoll, Govan Brown, Ajax Building Company, BCCI Construction, Layton Construction, Abbott Construction, and RC Andersen includes over 4,000 employees located in offices throughout the US, Canada, UK, and Ireland. We provide a complete range of construction services, from site selection analysis, design constructability review and aesthetic enhancements to interior fit-outs, new building construction, and building infrastructure upgrades and modernization. Learn more about how we partner with our clients to imagine, execute, and realize their vision at stobuildinggroup.com.

EEO Statement: Layton Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.