Heavy/Civil Construction Payroll Specialist in Overland Park

Date Posted: Friday, July 25, 2025

Job Snapshot

Job Description

We have partners with a premier company in the construction industry who are searching for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to work as a member of their Accounting Team. The Payroll Specialist will ensure accurate weekly processing and recording of all company payroll, including union and non-union payrolls, participate in daily data entry for payroll processing and post-payroll requirements, and work closely with the operations departments to ensure accurate payroll execution.

Essential Functions

  • Completes timely and accurate, full-cycle weekly payroll processing into ViewPoint - Vista software for multiple pay groups
  • Serves as primary contact for payroll questions and requests from all levels of employees and external parties
  • Works with direct manager, employees, leaders, and departments to notify, discuss and resolve issues, concerns, and potential process improvements related to payroll
  • Processes union and non-union employee payroll changes including, but not limited to rate increases, W-4 withholdings, direct deposits, garnishments, and 401k deductions
  • Maintains accurate employee payroll records
  • Completes payroll tax remittance (Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly, & Annual Filings)
  • Assists with external audits pertaining to payroll
  • Prepares monthly union fringe benefit reports for payment to trust funds
  • Compiles, completes, and sends all Certified Payroll Reports to various General Contractors and/or municipalities
  • Distributes accurate and timely year-end reporting as necessary (W-2, W-2c, etc.)
  • Prepare payroll reports of earnings, hours worked, taxes, etc as needed
  • Maintains wage rates, job templates, and deduction / liabilities tables within payroll software
  • Performs other payroll related reporting as necessary or requested
  • Maintains thorough knowledge of payroll and tax related regulations, best practices, and trends
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, confidentiality, and in accordance with company policies and values
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to perform work completely and accurately
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Exceptional multitasking and organizational skills
  • Enjoys problem solving and working with numbers
  • Strong knowledge of payroll and tax laws, including prevailing wage
  • Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines
  • Able to work effectively with minimal supervision
  • Strong proficiency with computers and computer software, including Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite, as well as proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn ViewPoint - Vista, the organization’s Payroll & HRIS system

Experience & Education

  • High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate's or bachelor's degree in Business or Accounting preferred.
  • 2 years direct payroll experience in a fast-paced environment required
  • Experience working with unions a plus
  • Experience working with ViewPoint - Vista accounting software or other construction software a plus

Featured benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Pension plan
  • Paid maternity leave
  • Paid paternity leave
  • Tuition assistance
  • Disability insurance

 

For further information, reach out directly to Vanessa Uzcategui @ vanessa.uzcategui@gogpac.com or call/text (605)501-4908

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. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.