Payroll Associate (Finance)

TL;DR

Payroll Associate (Finance): Assisting in preparing weekly and bi-weekly payrolls, including direct deposits, taxes, and garnishments with an accent on payroll processing and compliance. Focus on maintaining accurate payroll records, reconciling payments, and improving internal communication via digital platforms.

Location: Hybrid (Overland Park, KS, US). Hybrid or flexible options may be offered after the first 90 days based on manager discretion.

Company

An employee-owned global leader in sustainable infrastructure providing engineering, procurement, consulting, and construction services.

What you will do

• Prepare weekly and bi-weekly payrolls, managing direct deposits, tax setups, and garnishments.
• Own the payroll inquiry inbox, providing timely and accurate responses to employees.
• Upload income withholding orders (IWO) and coordinate benefit/compensation file uploads.
• Generate and provide ad hoc payroll reports for reconciliation purposes.
• Collaborate with IT Support to test program changes within the payroll system.
• Develop and maintain SharePoint and Teams sites to improve communication between the payroll department and coordinators.

Requirements

• Typically two years of experience or a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Intermediate knowledge of payroll taxes and regulations.
• Proficiency in data entry and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to pass pre-employment onboarding requirements, including background and drug screens.
• Must be based in or able to work from Overland Park, KS, US.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of General Ledger Systems and specific Payroll Systems (e.g., ADP).
• Strong skills in organizing, planning, and problem-solving.
• Experience dealing with ambiguity and written communications.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision) and wellness programs starting day one.
• 100% ESOP-owned company with stock ownership rewards.
• Company-matched 401k plan.
• Flexible work schedules, paid vacation, holiday time, and sick leave.
• Tuition and adoption reimbursement.
• Employee referral program and vendor discounts.