Payroll Specialist

SummaryPerforms a variety of general administrative payroll functions. Compiles data and maintains payroll records in accordance with standard procedures. Works closely with a team of payroll specialists to ensure accurate weekly processing of payroll and maintenance of payroll records. Must demonstrate confidentiality and discretion at all times when working with employee and payroll information.Manson Construction Co. was founded in 1905 as a small pile-driving business supporting the early development of Seattle's waterfront. Today, Manson's legacy of quality marine services continues to grow at locations throughout North America. With more than 800 employees and a large fleet of equipment, Manson supports high-profile marine infrastructure and energy projects across the nation.Manson Construction represents generations of people, families, and communities whose commitment to success, safety, and ingenuity aligns with our core values: Take care of people; Do the right thing; and find a better way. At Manson, we strive to create an engaging and respectful environment where employees can share their ideas. We recognize that our employees are Manson's number one asset and the reason why we continue to execute benchmark work in the marine construction and dredging industry.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:This position requires office experience with data entry, calculator/10 key, word processing, and spreadsheet and database programs.Enters time, prints checks, completes direct deposits, and supports the processing and distribution of weekly multi-state payroll.Process union and non-union employee changes including, but not limited to rate increases, W-4 withholdings, direct deposits, garnishments, and 401k deductions.Scans, codes and indexes payroll records in Document Management System (CDM).Assists with auditsPrepares weekly certified payroll reports using LCPtracker, CDS and other software programsResolve payroll discrepancies and respond to employee inquiresPrepares and maintains monthly and annual union reports; remits payments for fringe benefits, initiation fees and monthly dues.Work with HR to maintain accurate payroll records and ensure all data is entered into payroll system on timeAccess to compensation information is necessary to perform this job function or another routinely assigned business task, and the essential function or duties of the position include protecting and maintaining privacy of employee personnel records and confidential information, including maintaining the confidentiality of compensation information.Provides a variety of routine office/clerical duties including organizing, filing, scanning, coding, data entry and maintenance of confidential payroll records.Ensures compliance with Manson's Code of Ethics and Standards of Business Conduct.Responsible for practicing safe work standards and promoting an Incident and Injury Free (IIF) work environment as a condition of employment.Additional duties may be assignedQualifications:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.High School diploma or general education degree (GED)3+ years of payroll experienceWorking knowledge of state and federal payroll regulations and labor lawsProficient of Microsoft Office SuiteExperience CMiC payroll system preferred, but not requiredStrong attention to detail and critical thinking skills requiredExperience with LCPTracker preferredCertification in payroll (e.g., Certified Payroll Professional - CPP) is highly desirableAbility to interpret multi-state collective bargaining agreements.

Created: 2026-01-19