Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Macro-Z Technology (MZT) is a leading construction company known for building exceptional projects through an unwavering commitment to its people. With a strong reputation in the Federal and Municipal construction markets, we have built everything from roadways and dams to multi-story building construction and complete facility renovations. With an in-house design department, we specialize in design-build projects.

Company Culture

• We cover 100% of the premium for medical, vision, and dental insurance for you and your family because we want you to be well. You won’t find this benefit anywhere else.
• We support professional development. Whatever your growth goals are, we’re here to provide support.
• Teamwork is at the heart of everything we do. As part of our team, you will be an integral part of a collaborative and supportive environment. We value the power of collective knowledge and believe that together we can achieve remarkable results.
• You’ll work directly with the company owner – your voice will be heard.
• Room for growth? You bet! Over 20% of our company’s key leaders started in the field.

Job Summary

The Payroll Specialist will process and audit employee information, weekly payroll, and special payments to ensure correct payments, deductions, fringe benefits, employer costing, and taxes in compliance with federal/state/local laws and company policies. This function will advise, coach, and train managers and other employees on payroll related duties, issues, and questions. The role must maintain a high level of customer service, confidentiality, and data security at all times. This role works in close collaboration as a team with Human Resources as well as Executive Management.

Responsibilities

• Review and submittal of certified payroll records, fringe benefit statements, training contributions, and apprenticeship documents to determine compliance with applicable rules and regulations.
• Track changes and updates to state and federal labor compliance and prevailing wage regulations and standards; apply changes/updates to our accounting software along with labor compliance procedures and practices.
• Enter all employee data and changes (i.e. terminations, wage changes) into Payroll systems of record and manage data integrity.
• Enter and balance timecards (other as applicable) and weekly other pay entries for all Operating Units.
• Run Weekly Payroll Reports for management
• Run separate payroll processes for any layoffs or other special checks that are needed. Also provide data for certified payroll reports as necessary.
• Adhere to standard procedures to make sure all information in the system and related tools is correct, such as employee information, benefit deductions, PTO balances, local taxes, state taxes, benefits, and bid rate information, etc.
• Track subcontractor compliance, ensuring proper submission of certified payrolls and required documentation.
• Audit certified payroll for construction projects (including subcontractors) to verify compliance with prevailing wage and fringe benefit requirements, following Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) guidelines.
• Respond to government agency and client audits, investigations, and labor compliance inquiries.
• Provide training and guidance to project managers, HR, and payroll staff on compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with HR on onboarding prevailing wage projects and ensuring employee classifications are accurate.
• Stay updated on changes in labor compliance laws, regulations, and prevailing wage determinations
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven experience handling payroll processing for companies with 100+ employees
• Highly preferred experience processing payroll for the construction industry
• Experience with accounting and payroll software systems (we work with Foundation, but experience with Workday, Gusto, Paycom, etc.)
• Experience with Foundation highly preferred
• Experience with California Labor Codes and various regulations in regard to payroll processing
• Experience with conducting and assisting in payroll auditing processes
• Background working with various government agencies and union organizations in regards to payroll processing
• Payroll certifications will put you at the top of our list (any of the following or other certifications)
• Certified Payroll Professional
• NACPB Payroll Certification
• Fundamental Payroll Certification
• Certified Payroll Manager
• Certified Payroll Specialist
• Certified Payroll Administrator
• Ability to analyze complex data sets on Excel spreadsheeets and derive actionable insights
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective collaboration with teams.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance.
• Familiarity with relevant regulations, standards, and best practices in the construction industry.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

• Hourly: $37 - $42/Hour
• Health, dental, and vision insurance premiums 100% paid for you and your dependents
• Life Insurance (100% premium paid by the company for the employee only)
• 401(k) with 100% match up to 4% of salary
• Paid time off

Schedule

• Full time, in office 5 days a week

EEO

We’re dedicated to creating a respectful workplace that values diversity and offers equal employment opportunities for all qualified candidates. We celebrate our diverse team and ensure that every applicant is considered based solely on qualifications, without discrimination. We abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5. This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employee and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.

VEVRAA/This contractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employee and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.

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