Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering, materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental, industrial and infrastructure construction projects. Headquartered in Austin, TX, Atlas currently has over 3,500 employees with offices throughout the US, including Alaska & Hawaii. It’s no accident that Atlas creates a better experience for infrastructure and environmental projects. It’s how we are built – with the best people in the industry, with the reach and expertise to help at any and every step of the project, and with a heart-led approach that puts quality and safety at the center of everything we do. We’re just built to be better. We are a great company.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Specialist with a strong background in prevailing wage regulations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and processing payroll in compliance with prevailing wage laws, ensuring accurate and timely compensation for employees. The role involves handling complex payroll calculations, maintaining records, and addressing payroll-related inquiries.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• 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:

• 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 (specific proficiency in Word and Excel), desire to support new products and technologies, demonstrated practical and hands-on (can-do)
• Extensive knowledge in Payroll & Accounting procedures and Payroll Tax Laws & Regulations

Other considerations a plus:

• 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 is 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 and LOOKUP, IF and INDEX formulas

Other miscellaneous qualities:

• Customer-first mindset [internal customers]
• Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous priorities and achieve results without close supervision is necessary
• Self-motivated and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to operate independently and have the strong desire to work as a member of a team.
• High ethical standards
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Compensation
$18.00 - $22.00 per hour

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, educational assistance program.

Who We Are:

We strive to be the most sought-after infrastructure and environmental solutions company, known for our unique, 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 deliver solutions to both public and private sector clients in the transportation, commercial, water, government, education and industrial markets.

With a legacy of providing consistent quality and results, Atlas creates a better experience at every stage of an infrastructure project. We connect the best experts in the industry to deliver value from concept to completion and beyond. This means doing everything our clients expect and then raising the expectations in a way that only our people can.

Our Values:

Life: We enhance quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.
Heart: As our hallmarks, we act with compassion, empathy and respect.
Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.
Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, we ensure greatness inspires all our work.

Atlas 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 within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Atlas makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, read through our EEO Policy https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

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