Senior Payroll Analyst

Venteon; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable construction firm is seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Analyst to manage payroll processing and ensure compliance across multi-state and union environments. This role requires strong knowledge of certified payroll, union contracts, and labor regulations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and over 5 years of payroll experience. This position offers a competitive salary range of $60,000 to $70,000, with full-time employment within a mid-senior level role.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of payroll experience, with at least 2 years in a construction or union environment required.
• Strong experience with certified payroll, Davis-Bacon, prevailing wage, and union payroll processing.
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and data analysis functions.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly or biweekly payroll for multi-state and jobsite-specific pay rules.
• Prepare and review certified payroll reports and labor compliance submissions.
• Analyze payroll data and ensure accurate job costing and labor allocations.
• Collaborate with project managers, HR, and accounting teams to resolve payroll issues.

Skills

Payroll processing

Certified payroll reporting

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem-solving

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field

Tools

ADP

Paycom

Viewpoint Vista

Foundation

Job description

Our client is a respected leader in the construction industry, known for delivering high-quality projects with a commitment to safety, integrity, and teamwork. We are seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Analyst to oversee complex payroll functions and ensure accuracy across multi-state, union, and prevailing wage environments.

Position Overview

The Senior Payroll Analyst will be responsible for managing end-to-end payroll processing, maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements, and supporting payroll-related analysis for field and corporate teams. This role requires deep knowledge of construction payroll, union contracts, certified payroll reporting, and multi-state labor regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Process weekly or biweekly payroll for field and office employees, including union, non-union, multi-state, and jobsite-specific pay rules.
• Prepare and review certified payroll reports, prevailing wage documentation, and labor compliance submissions.
• Analyze payroll data, identify discrepancies, and ensure accurate job costing and labor allocations.
• Maintain accurate payroll records, deductions, garnishments, and employee tax information.
• Interpret and apply collective bargaining agreements, prevailing wage laws, and construction labor regulations.
• Collaborate with project managers, HR, and accounting teams to resolve payroll issues and provide support.
• Assist with month-end and year-end payroll close, including tax filings, W-2 processing, and reconciliations.
• Generate payroll-related metrics and reports to support audits, compliance, and operational decision-making.
• Ensure company compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and reporting requirements.
• Lead or support payroll-related process improvements and system implementations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of payroll experience, with at least 2 years in a construction or union environment required.
• Strong experience with certified payroll, Davis-Bacon, prevailing wage, and union payroll processing.
• Proficiency with payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Paycom, Viewpoint Vista, Foundation, or other construction payroll software).
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and data analysis functions.
• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with field teams and leadership.

Base Pay Range

$60,000.00/yr - $70,000.00/yr

Clawson, MI $60,000.00-$70,000.00

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Construction