Payroll Specialist
Puyallup, WA
Posted November 13, 2023
Full-time, Temporary to Hire, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Do you want to be part of an ever expanding, and highly trained team that delivers the safest, highest quality, and most innovative solutions for customers?
A rapidly growing nationwide storm water maintenance and hydro-excavation company is looking for a Payroll Specialist. If you are experienced in prevailing wage and construction payroll this is the opportunity for you! This is a hybrid position in Puyallup, WA.
Pay: $32 -$34
Schedule: Monday to Friday (Flexible 8 hour day)
Payroll Specialist Responsibilities:
Weekly payroll reporting, monthly union reporting, and other payroll-related tasks
Ensure compliance within the payroll department
Collaborate effectively while also being able to work independently
Payroll Specialist Qualifications:
Proficient in certified payroll policies and processes
Excel proficiency for certified payroll spreadsheet maintenance
Understanding of Davis Bacon acts and prevailing wage
Appreciation for "BOLI" knowledge
Strong experience with WA State L&I website, LCP Tracker website, and CDS systems
Familiarity with Emars and elations is preferred
Note: Manual data entry into portals, not a straightforward upload process
Demonstrates strong attention to detail, effective time management, and organizational skills
Bonus: Knowledge of Oregon prevailing wage
Minimum 2 years of Union and Prevailing wage experience
Expertise in Construction Payroll and Compliance across multiple states
Experience with Union Wage reporting and LCP Tracker
Highly organized with meticulous attention to detail
Quick learner with a can-do attitude
Motivated to efficiently manage payroll responsibilities
Requires high-speed internet and a quiet workspace
Benefits offered by TERRA to employees on temp or temp-to-hire assignments:
Medical, Dental, Vision
Virtual Care
Life, Critical illness, Accident, Long and Short-Term Disability Insurance
Identity Theft Protection
401(K) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
Commuter Benefits
Gym Membership Discount
6 Paid Holidays
Benefits Upon Hire:
Employee-centric work environment
Work-life balance
Company investment in your future
Competitive Benefits Package
401k with up to 4% match
Paid Vacation & Sick/Safe Leave
8 Paid Holidays
Apply Today!
If you're a motivated and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist call 253-353-7700 to connect with our team!
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TERRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
About Your Recruiter
Katie Overbeck
I am a Senior Recruiter for the TERRA Tacoma team. My mission is to identify and match talent with career changing opportunities at all levels. At TERRA, we create success stories every day and the most exciting part of my job is giving so many motivated and talented people the opportunity to thrive. I have a keen ability to understand the demands and objectives of employers, and this results in measurable success.