Payroll Clerk - Manhattan Tunnel Project

Frontier-Kemper, a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking a Payroll Clerk to join our Manhattan Tunnel Project in New York, New York.

About Frontier-Kemper

Excellence in Underground and Heavy Civil Construction

At Frontier-Kemper, we specialize in heavy civil construction and underground mine development. We are known for our expertise in engineering and the construction of deep shafts and tunnels of all sizes and complexities. Our goal is to be the industry’s best source, and best value, for complete turn-key construction, engineering and design-build services and related products.

Frontier-Kemper-Tutor Perini joint venture was awarded the Manhattan Tunnel Project, part of the Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP). A $1.18 billion design-build contract from the Gateway Development Commission for the HTP which aims to enhance rail resiliency by adding two new tracks between New York and New Jersey and rehabilitating the storm-damaged North River Tunnel. The project includes designing and constructing twin 30-foot diameter, 700-foot-long tunnels under the Hudson River, connecting to existing tunnels beneath Hudson Yards, and an access shaft at 12th Avenue, later serving as a ventilation facility.

Extraordinary Projects Need Exceptional Talent

DESCRIPTION:

As a Payroll Clerk at Frontier-Kemper, reporting to the Office Manager, you will have the opportunity to compile all paperwork necessary for processing timesheets as well as personnel documents in preparation for entry. Completing the payroll cycle includes verifying reports and distributing payroll documents.  This is a detail oriented and problem-solving position adhering to internal control guidelines.  Knowledge of excel and an oracle-based accounting system is a plus along with good communication skills.

• Daily time entry

• Review/reconcile reports to verify accuracy

• Communicate with personnel as needed

• Respond to employee and jobsite inquiries to resolve discrepancies in an efficient and accurate manner.

• Distribute payroll documents

• Understand and follow internal control requirements

• Maintain compliance with the Union Project Labor Agreement

• Communicate new dispatches to the Union halls

• Maintain dispatch records and associated information

• Collect, reconcile and provide new hire data to Human Resources

• Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• Five or more years of Payroll experience

• Ability to multi-task to ensure that all deadlines are met while delivering effective results

• Ability to operate in a very fast-paced, dynamic environment and produce high output

• Ability to exhibit a high level of confidentiality

• Good problem-solving skills and detail oriented

• Team player attitude

• Good attendance, reliability and attention to detail

• Strong verbal and written skills in English language

• Strong organization skills

• Intermediate or higher skill level with MS Excel

• JD Edwards experience and union payroll experience are preferred but not required

**Expected salary range for this position is $55,000 – $66,000 depending upon experience**

***NO STAFFING AGENCY CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION***

Frontier-Kemper builds extraordinary projects, and we need exceptional talent. Join us and together we will build the future.