Senior Payroll Specialist - Construction & Manufacturing

MNL; Otsego (MN); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

MNL is seeking a Senior Payroll Specialist to manage payroll operations in a construction and manufacturing environment. This role involves overseeing payroll for 200 employees, ensuring compliance with labor laws, and preparing certified payroll reports. The ideal candidate will have extensive payroll experience, strong attention to detail, and a solid understanding of multi-state regulations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of payroll experience in construction or manufacturing.
• Strong expertise in certified payroll reporting and compliance.
• Proficient in multi-state payroll processing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and execute weekly payroll for approximately 200 employees.
• Ensure compliance with Davis-Bacon Act and certified payroll standards.
• Prepare and submit certified payroll reports.

Skills

Certified payroll reporting

Davis-Bacon compliance

Multi-state payroll processing

Job costing

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Education

5+ years of payroll experience

CPP certification (preferred)

Tools

Viewpoint

Sage

ADP

Job description

Senior Payroll Specialist - Construction & Manufacturing

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About Us

MNL is a full-service ecological restoration company. We provide decades of experience, knowledge, industry leadership, and a variety of services. Our services range from backyard native seedings to large-scale restoration, bioengineering, and everything in between. Our projects often involve public contracts that require strict adherence to prevailing wage laws and certified payroll reporting. We are seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Specialist to take full ownership of our payroll operations and ensure end-to-end compliance with all regulatory and financial requirements.

About Us

MNL is a full-service ecological restoration company. We provide decades of experience, knowledge, industry leadership, and a variety of services. Our services range from backyard native seedings to large-scale restoration, bioengineering, and everything in between. Our projects often involve public contracts that require strict adherence to prevailing wage laws and certified payroll reporting. We are seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Specialist to take full ownership of our payroll operations and ensure end-to-end compliance with all regulatory and financial requirements.

Position Summary

The Senior Payroll Specialist will manage the entire payroll process from start to finish, with a strong focus on certified payroll reporting, job costing, and compliance with Davis-Bacon and prevailing wage laws. This individual will be instrumental in ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing, while navigating the complexities of multi-state payroll and tax regulations in a construction and manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and execute weekly payroll for approximately 200 employees across multiple states.
• Ensure compliance with Davis-Bacon Act, prevailing wage regulations, and certified payroll reporting standards.
• Prepare and submit certified payroll reports in accordance with federal, state, and local government requirements.
• Manage job costing, ensuring labor costs are accurately allocated to the appropriate projects and cost codes.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee payroll records and timekeeping data.
• Monitor and apply correct wage determinations to applicable projects.
• Process payroll deductions, tax withholdings, and employer contributions accurately and on schedule.
• Reconcile payroll transactions with accounting and project management systems.
• Partner with project managers and field supervisors to ensure proper labor tracking and reporting.
• Stay informed about changes in labor laws, wage rates, and payroll compliance requirements.
• Support internal and external audits by providing detailed payroll records and reports.
  
  

Requirements

• 5+ years of payroll experience, ideally within a construction or manufacturing environment.
• Strong expertise in certified payroll reporting, Davis-Bacon, and prevailing wage law compliance.
• Experience with job costing and labor cost allocation across multiple projects.
• Proficient in multi-state payroll processing and understanding of related tax and labor regulations.
• Solid knowledge of payroll software systems (e.g., Viewpoint, Sage, ADP, or equivalent).
• Meticulous attention to detail, accuracy, and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal departments.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) certification.
• Experience with certified payroll platforms (e.g., LCPtracker, eMars, or similar).
• Familiarity with cost accounting principles and project-based payroll workflows.
  
  

This job description is intended to describe the general nature of this job. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all requirements for this position, nor does it constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee. It is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Salary: $58000 - $72000 per year

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

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