**D.A. Collins Companies** **PAYROLL SPECIALIST I** 269 Ballard Road Wilton, New York United States The D.A. Collins Family of Companies has brought safety, quality and productivity to industrial, infrastructure, highway, and bridge construction for over 75 years. We are seeking a reliable individual for a position as a PAYROLL SPECIALIST I to join a dedicated and hard-working team in Wilton Campus. If you are serious about your next job, D.A. Collins Family of Companies is an ideal place to grow your career. Great benefit package including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance and a company-funded retirement plan. Please include your résumé and cover letter with your application. Upon acceptance of offer, we will coordinate new hire paperwork and pre-employment substance abuse screening (Drug Free Employer). **Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:** •Compile, record, and process weekly and Biweekly payrolls •Ensure compliance with Federal, State and Local Tax laws •Handle payroll corrections, resolve discrepancies •Track and deduct all garnishments, union deductions, and other special payroll deductions. •Maintain employee records •Coordinate monthly multi-jurisdictional union reporting •Assist with all payroll tax calculations and filings (weekly, quarterly, and annual) •Assist with year-end compliance reporting for State and Federal requirements including W2s •Maintain wage schedules to ensure compliance with prevailing wage schedule and/or union rates • Input bonuses and other special payments to cut out of cycle payroll checks when required •Prepare weekly Certified Payrolls, in house as well as Subcontractor •Prepare monthly and annual Benefit reporting •Work with Employees, Supervisors, and Management to resolve problems quickly and effectively •Maintain an open line of communication between the Payroll and other departments. •Maintain Confidentiality _•Any other Payroll related tasks as they arise_ **Essential Functions (with or without reasonable accommodation):** •Ability to lift up to 25lbs •Ability to work at a computer for extended periods of time **Required Qualifications:** •High School Diploma or Equivalent •Ability to work as part of a team •Effective verbal and written communication skills •Maintain a professional and positive attitude •Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills •Proficient in MS Excel •Excellent time management skills and the ability to manage competing priorities •Results-driven •Strong organizational skills with the ability multi-task and adapt to change quickly •Ability to maintain confidentiality •Self-starter who works well independently and as part of team to meet critical deadlines •Availability to work overtime **_Preferred Qualifications:_** •Associates Degree in Business/Finance or related field •2+ years’ Construction Payroll experience including Union payroll, Prevailing Wage and Certified Payroll •2+ years’ Heavy Highway Construction industry experience **Compensation:** Competitive wage commensurate with experience. Excellent benefit package including company paid health, dental and vision insurance with a company-funded retirement plan. Salary Range $24.00-$28.00 Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as related work experience, market conditions, education/training, certifications and other credentials, overtime when applicable, as well as applicable knowledge and skills. _We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law._