Senior Payroll Specialist - Mechanical Construction

Senior Payroll Specialist | Multi-State + Union Payroll

A growing organization in the construction and engineering space is seeking a Senior Payroll Specialist to support a high-volume, multi-state payroll environment across both union and non-union employees.

This role is hands-on and highly visible, working closely with operations and HR to ensure payroll accuracy, compliance, and consistency across multiple business units. Ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and understands how payroll directly impacts field operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage new hire setup and payroll onboarding, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local requirements (including I-9 verification)
• Process weekly union payroll across multiple jobsites, ensuring accuracy in time, wage rates, and agreement compliance
• Handle union reporting and benefit contributions, including resolving discrepancies to avoid penalties
• Maintain and update union wage rates and payroll setups in alignment with current agreements
• Process bi-weekly payroll for staff across multiple entities and states
• Partner with HR and internal teams to ensure accurate payroll changes, documentation, and audit compliance

Qualifications:

• Experience in payroll or accounting, preferably within construction or field-based environments
• Strong understanding of union payroll, multi-state processing, and compliance regulations
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Comfortable working with sensitive and confidential information
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset
• Experience with ERP/payroll systems (Vista or similar preferred)

What’s Offered:

• Base salary in the $75K–$80K range
• Bonus potential and employee ownership structure
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401k, PTO, etc.)
• Stable, team-oriented environment with long-term growth opportunity

If you have a background in construction accounting and are looking to join a team that values expertise and dedication, we encourage you to apply.

Related Titles:

Construction Accountant, Union Payroll Specialist, Payroll & AR Coordinator, Project Accounting Specialist, Job Cost Accountant, Certified Payroll Administrator, Accounts Receivable Specialist, Construction Bookkeeper

How to Apply:
Send your resume to anna.boyd@gogpac.com or apply directly to this posting.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

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