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Atlas

Payroll Specialist

Atlas, Lafayette, Louisiana, United States, 70595

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Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering, materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental, industrial and infrastructure construction projects. Headquartered in Denver, CO, Atlas currently has over 3,500 employees with offices throughout the US, including Alaska & Hawaii. Atlas creates a better experience for infrastructure and environmental projects by focusing on quality and safety at the center of everything we do.

Job title: Payroll Specialist

Overview We are seeking a Payroll Specialist to join our Lafayette, LA team. This role focuses on prevailing wage payroll processing and compliance.

Responsibilities

Manage and process in-house prevailing wage payrolls accurately and on time.

Calculate and apply prevailing wage rates, including applicable fringe benefits.

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local prevailing wage regulations.

Prepare and submit required reports and documentation related to prevailing wage compliance and certified payroll.

Review and interpret labor agreements, wage determinations, and project-specific requirements.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of prevailing wage laws and regulations to ensure compliance.

Maintain accurate and detailed payroll records, including timekeeping, wage rates, and fringe benefits.

Reconcile payroll discrepancies and resolve issues promptly.

Act as a point of contact for employees and managers regarding payroll-related questions and issues.

Provide support and guidance to employees on prevailing wage matters.

Identify opportunities for process improvements and recommend solutions to enhance payroll efficiency and accuracy.

Collaborate with HR and finance teams to streamline payroll processes and integrate new systems or tools as needed.

Minimum Requirements

Associate's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. Bachelor's degree preferred.

Strong understanding of payroll software and systems; experience with ADP Vantage Payroll software and VantagePoint a plus.

Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.

Certification in payroll or related field (CPP - Certified Payroll Professional) is a plus.

Excel knowledge including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, LOOKUP, IF and INDEX formulas.

Technical Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of experience as a payroll specialist with hands-on experience in prevailing wage payroll processing.

Proven knowledge of prevailing wage laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.

Advanced computer literacy (Word and Excel), ability to support new products and technologies, and a hands-on, can-do approach.

Extensive knowledge in payroll & accounting procedures and payroll tax laws & regulations.

Benefits Atlas offers a comprehensive benefit program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, Atlas benefits include health, dental, vision, life, AD&D, voluntary life/AD&D, disability benefits, leaves of absence, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, employee assistance program, and educational assistance program.

Who We Are We strive to be the most sought-after infrastructure and environmental solutions company, known for our values-driven approach and brought to life by the industry’s most exceptional people. Atlas provides professional testing, inspection, engineering, environmental and consulting services from more than 100 locations nationwide. We serve public and private sector clients across transportation, commercial, water, government, education and industrial markets. Atlas connects the best experts to deliver value from concept to completion and beyond.

Our Values Life:

We enhance quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

Heart:

We act with compassion, empathy and respect.

Trust:

We work together as partners, doing what we say with accountability.

Mastery:

Striving for the highest quality, we ensure greatness inspires all our work.

EEOC Statement Atlas is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. For more information, read our EEO Policy at https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

Job Details

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Strategy/Planning and Information Technology

Industries: Civil Engineering

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