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Payroll Specialist

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Skyline is Building Better Together

Come join us at Skyline Construction, a leader in commercial interior construction founded in 1996. Today, Skyline operates multiple offices located throughout California, Washington, and Illinois. Skyline is a 100% employee-owned, award-winning General Contractor, with an award-winning CEO at the helm. We believe that we are “building better together.”

What’s in it for you?

The Payroll Specialist is one of Skyline’s critical roles in the accounting department with responsibilities in managing our growing weekly payroll while also partnering with a world class accounting team.

As a Payroll Specialist, you will serve in the following areas:

Manage workflow to ensure all the weekly payroll transactions are processed accurately and timely.
Verify and monitor various withholdings, ensuring timely deductions as well as payment to each appropriate payee each week in conjunction with payroll provider.
Reconcile payroll postings to ensure consistency between ADP Workforce and Sage 300.
Provide reports and submit information to support third party audits (unions, workers comp, qualified plans, etc.).
Partner with Accounting team regarding payroll cash management and bank reconciliations.
Serve as contact for payroll questions and requests.
Stay current on the payroll processing system and payroll reporting requirements.
Work with payroll application technical support to troubleshoot problems.
Process final checks and garnishment calculations and compliance in conjunction with payroll provider.
Distribute accurate and timely year-end reporting as necessary (W-2, W-2c, etc.).
Ensure employees weekly timecards are submitted by designated due dates.
Collect, review, and reconcile timecards for accuracy.
Review payroll reports for discrepancies and find solutions.
Additional support for payroll and accounting as assigned.

The successful candidate will possess:

Must understand payroll tools: ADP Workforce, with knowledge of Timberline/Sage 300 Construction preferred.
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office software, in particular Excel (pivot tables and V-Look ups), Outlook, Teams.
Knowledge of California and multi-State Wage and Hour laws.
Union payroll and Union reporting experience a plus.
Experience with Workers Compensation and 401k audits.
Strong organizational and time management skills, with attention to detail.
Strong work ethic, with sense of discretion and integrity, is a self-motivated and ability to work independently.
Superior communication skills and an ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Strong Verbal communication and telephone skills with a strong customer service mentality.
Flexible in your approach and have the ability to work in a sensitive manner to ensure confidentiality.
High school diploma or GED required. College degree preferred.
5-7 years experience in a professional office setting with one year in human resources or payroll department preferred.

Work Environment

Work location: San Francisco or San Jose Skyline offices

Perks and Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Competitive Medical Insurance plan options including an HSA plan with Company deductible contributions.
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401K Plan Matching
Unlimited PTO
Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Gym reimbursement program
Ability to enroll in various voluntary benefits ( Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Legal Assistance and more.)

$90,000 - $130,000 a year

The actual salary will be carefully considered based on a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. The range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Based on you meeting our benefit eligibility requirements, we offer the following benefits: health, disability, life, dental, vision, Employee Stock Ownership Program and other retirement plans.

Skyline is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, age, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, genetic information, ancestry, military/veteran or disability status or any other bases under the law.

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What You Should Know About Payroll Specialist, Skyline Construction

Skyline Construction, a well-established leader in commercial interior construction, is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join our dynamic accounting team in the Bay Area, California. As a 100% employee-owned company founded in 1996, we pride ourselves on our collaborative approach, encapsulated in our motto of 'building better together.' The Payroll Specialist will play a vital role in managing our comprehensive weekly payroll and will have the pleasure of partnering with an exceptional accounting team. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include ensuring that all payroll transactions are processed accurately and on time, verifying various withholdings, and reconciling payroll postings between our systems. You will also provide necessary reports to support third-party audits, manage payroll cash flow, and serve as the point of contact for payroll-related inquiries. This role requires a sound understanding of payroll systems, particularly ADP Workforce, with preferred knowledge in Timberline/Sage 300. With a strong emphasis on attention to detail, you’ll need to stay abreast of California’s wage laws and demonstrate excellent organizational skills. If you have 5-7 years of experience in a professional office environment, particularly in payroll or HR, this is a fantastic opportunity to make your mark in a supportive and growth-oriented environment. Join us at Skyline Construction, where your contributions will resonate through our commitment to excellence and employee-centric culture. The salary range is competitive, and we offer a variety of benefits to enhance your work-life balance—let's build something great together!

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What are the main responsibilities of a Payroll Specialist at Skyline Construction?

As a Payroll Specialist at Skyline Construction, you will be responsible for managing the weekly payroll workflow, ensuring all payroll transactions are processed accurately and timely. Your duties will include verifying withholdings, reconciling payroll postings, providing reports for audits, communicating with the accounting team regarding payroll cash management, and handling employee queries related to payroll.