Payroll Specialist

Job description

The Company

SonRay Construction is a locally owned and operated business that has been building homes and building careers since 2009. We are a multi-trade contractor specializing in Roofing, HVAC, and Solar operations throughout the Greater Sacramento Area, Bay Area, and Reno Nevada. We take pride in recognizing the efforts and talents of our employees which allows us to continually exceed our client’s expectations.

The Role

SonRay is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join our team. Reporting to the Payroll Lead, this is an entry-level role who will be responsible for payroll processing for one or more of our payroll groups. We are seeking a highly motivated individual who is eager to learn. Working at SonRay is like being a part of a family, so strong communication and a team player mindset are essential.

Specific Responsibilities

• Process full-cycle, weekly payroll for piece-work and hourly field and warehouse employees
• Print and review time cards and log into payroll database, follow-up on missing, inaccurate or incomplete time
• Process PTO, verifying time requested against available balance and calculating rate for piece workers
• Process expense reimbursements, verifying documentation submitted
• Process garnishments, performing calculation to ensure amount to be withdrawn meets legal requirements
• Process payroll for piece work using the company's proprietary application.
• Follow-up with operations supervisors and team leads on timecard related questions
• Cross-train on other payroll departments, train others and perform peer reviews
• Prepare job cost uploads and close jobs as needed
• Prepare retro and final checks as needed
• Print checks and stuff envelopes for weekly payroll
• Assist with other tasks such as updating PTO calculator tool with payroll data, preparing weekly wage reports and other duties, as assigned
• Collaborate with other departments to improve processes as needed to increase the efficiency and accuracy of payroll processing.

Competencies Required

• Problem solving – strong attention to detail, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Analytical - strong ability to gather data and identify patterns to ensure payroll processing is accurate and in compliance with state and local labor requirements.
• Communication – maintains frequent communication with payroll team and field operations to ensure weekly payroll deadlines are met.
• Planning / organizing – ability to work independently, demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, prioritizes and plans work assignments, organized, and uses time efficiently to meet deadlines in a fast paced environment.
• Adaptability – adapts to changes in work environment, manages competing demands, and is able to deal with change, delays or unexpected events.
• Dependability – the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction, and solicits feedback to improve performance.
• Data entry and basic math skills are required.
• Ability to learn new software quickly.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bilingual in English/Spanish is highly preferred
• Administrative experience, payroll in particular, is a plus
• Construction experience a plus
• Accounting system experience a plus
• Google Suite experience preferred

SonRay Construction Perks & Benefits

• Flexible Office Hours - the schedule for this position is Tuesday - Friday
• PTO
• Holiday Pay
• 401k with Employer Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Plans
• Casual Work Attire
• Employee Appreciation Lunches and Events

SonRay Construction offers competitive pay based on experience. If you meet the desired qualifications of this position and want to be a part of a growing company and dynamic team we look forward to speaking with you.

* Principals only, no recruiters please

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $25