Payroll Specialist

At Barron Heating AC Electrical & Plumbing, we are committed to Improving Lives™. As a Payroll Specialist, you will help us live out our Vision & Mission and meet our growth-oriented goals as the premier heating, cooling, electrical, and plumbing service provider in Northwest Washington.

At Barron, our Payroll Specialist will:

• Process weekly and bi-weekly payroll for all team members accurately and in a timely manner, including validation of wages, overtime, bonuses, commissions, spiffs, taxes and deductions
• Prepare and submit weekly certified payroll reports in accordance with state and federal regulations for public works projects
• Stay up-to-date on changes in payroll laws, regulations, and reporting requirements to ensure compliance and mitigate risks
• Collaborate with the finance department to reconcile payroll data and resolve any discrepancies
• Collaborate with the finance department to conduct various annual audits
• Support administration of employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other perks, ensuring timely invoice payment, reconciliation and accuracy of related earnings and deductions
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, and related matters in a prompt and professional manner
• Assist in the preparation of payroll-related documentation, such as W-2 forms, 1099s, and other tax filings
• Support People Ops initiatives and special projects as needed
• Provide general support and compensation guidance to all department managers and Barron team members
• Collaborate and build relationships across all departments
• Maintain strict confidentiality of personnel, payroll and benefits information
• Support co-workers while providing world-class customer service
• Exhibit a “Team Barron”, attitude
• Share Barron’s Vision & Mission of Improving Lives™

An outstanding Payroll Specialist will have the following talents:

• Strong understanding of payroll laws, regulations, and reporting requirements, including certified payroll
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry, calculations, and analysis
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with employees at all levels
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Familiarity with benefits administration and human resource processes and regulations is a plus

Experience & Qualifications:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field is preferred but not required
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in payroll administration required, preferably in construction or trades industry
• Proficiency in payroll software and systems, Paylocity experience is a plus
• Certification in payroll administration (e.g., CPP) is preferred but not required
• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Pre-Employment drug screening
• Legally eligible to work in the United States

Compensation:

• Full-Time, Exempt
• $67,800 - $78,000 per year; DOE
• Annual cost-of-living adjustments

Barron Provides:

• 100% employer paid medical, dental & vision plans for employee
  • Eligible dependents may be covered through pre-tax payroll deduction
• Paid holidays and vacation
• 401k matching program
• Employee discounts on services
• Company sponsored events and team building
• A culture of collaboration, sharing of knowledge and respect for one another

When applying please upload:

• Resume
• Cover Letter and include:
  • What "Customer First" means to you
  • Why you are the best candidate to join the Barron Team

During the Hiring Process, our Leadership Team will:

• Review application materials; select qualified candidates, and conduct interviews
• Extend employment offers to future Barron Team members