Description

Compensation Range (Colorado only):

• $17.00- $22.00

Any Employment Offers are Contingent Upon Successful Completion of the Following:

• Verification of Work Authorization and Employment Eligibility

• Substance Abuse Screening

• Physical Exam (if applicable)

• Background Checks for Badging/Security Clearances (if applicable)

About Hensel Phelps:

Founded in 1937, Hensel Phelps specializes in building development, construction and facility services in markets ranging from aviation to government, commercial, transportation, critical facilities, healthcare and transportation. Ranked #1 in aviation and #12 overall general contractor in 2021 by ENR, Hensel Phelps is one of the largest employee-owned general contractors in the country. Driven to deliver EXCELLENCE in all we do and supported by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder, Diversity and Community—Hensel Phelps brings our clients’ visions to life with a comprehensive approach that begins with innovative planning and extends throughout the life of the property.

Position Description:

This is an entry-level payroll accounting role responsible for reviewing timecard entry, running payroll, and overseeing all reporting cycles. The payroll accountant will be responsible for timely and accurate processing of certified payroll, prevailing wage, unemployment claims, union health and welfare, COLA, employee termination, and general reconciliations.

Position Qualifications:

• Must be well organized and a self-starter.

• Possess strong organizational and time management skills.

• Strong problem-solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, research and resolution skills, data analysis and multi-tasking skills

• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness Ability to interact with employees and vendors in a professional manner.

• Ability to perform mathematical computations such as percentages, fractions, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division quickly and accurately.

• Strong communication skills

• May require specific badging or other security requirements, which may require the Company, Owner, or third party to conduct a criminal or other background check.

• Computer software - Microsoft Office Suite

Knowledge:

• Construction accounting

• Principles of basic report preparation

• Principles and procedures of financial record keeping and reporting.

• Must be willing to work 40 hours per week and overtime as needed to meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Payroll experience preferred.

• Business or Accounting degree.

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Essential Duties:

• Payroll Emphasis

• Prepares, analyzes, and implements payroll transactions on a timely manner such as payments of hours worked, personal time off, employee benefits, application of benefit deductions.

• Prepares and/or analyzes periodic payroll reports, payroll schedules, and payroll related journal entries using established policies, procedures, and guidelines on a timely manner.

• Monitors federal, state, and local taxes, Social Security contributions, employee benefit contributions, garnishments, and other deductions to ensure accuracy of individual pay.

• Analyzes payroll reports, statements, records and making recommendations to improve payroll process.

• Prepares and/or reviews the accuracy of payroll related journal entries and performs account reconciliation and analysis while ensuring supporting documentation is accurate and in compliance with company policies.

• Evaluate and implement appropriate payroll policies and controls and payroll processing and system enhancements to increase efficiency.

• Prepares audit schedules and assists/coordinates audit of accounting statements/reports.

• Coordinates payroll matters with other departments, locations, and business units.

• Coordinates with payroll service provider on issues affecting company payroll.

• Supports other accounting functions i.e. A/P, A/R, etc.

• Reviewing project time to ensure accurate posting to projects.

• Reconciling cost data between project cost ledgers and accounting systems

• Develop, manage, and maintain cost controls and labor recaps in conjunction with the Project Manager and Project Superintendent.

Benefits:

Hensel Phelps provides generous benefits for our full-time employees. This position is eligible for company-paid medical insurance, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, long-term disability, 401(K) retirement plan, health savings account (HSA) (except in Hawaii), and our employee assistance program (EAP). It also is eligible for employee-paid enrollment in vision and dental insurance, as well as optional participation in a flexible spending account (FSA). Hensel Phelps also believes in the importance of taking time to recharge. As a result, employees are eligible for paid time off beginning upon hire. Employees are also eligible for a company cell phone or cell phone allowance in accordance with company policy.

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer

Hensel Phelps is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Hensel Phelps shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, domestic partner status, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)