The Payroll Administrator is part of the Craft Payroll team, reporting to the Craft Payroll Supervisor. The Craft Payroll team is responsible for processing a weekly payroll for 2000+ craft employees. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented with superior customer service qualities.
Location
- This role is primarily based in our McLean, VA HQ office with occasional officing in Bethesda, MD (the training will be in Bethesda).
- This role requires being in the office Monday - Friday
Responsibilities
Weekly Full-Cycle Payroll processing
Processing timecards
Updating payroll records including earnings, deductions, and tax records
Creating and generating reports for key stakeholders
Process and maintain garnishment information
Process and distribute off cycle checks for terminations, bonuses, etc.
Complete various state unemployment audit and employee verification forms
Complete monthly Union contributions for a set of Unions
Maintaining and applying union contracts
Provide backup for other payroll team members
Assist in department initiatives and system enhancements
Basic Qualifications
2+ years payroll experience
Multi-state payroll experience
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
High degree of accuracy with a well-developed attention to detail
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise extreme discretion
Professional and personable communication skills with all levels of the organization
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while also working in a team oriented, collaborative environment
Dedicated to high quality customer service delivery and integrity
Ability to multi-task while handling interruptions and changing priorities in a high-volume work environment
Preferred Qualifications
Union and Davis Bacon experience
Knowledge of Spanish
Experience in SAP payroll and/or Workday payroll
Clark offers a total compensation package that includes base salary, bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision benefits, paid time off, retirement/401k, and Company Contribution plan. Additional benefits include life insurance, commuter benefit, short & long term disability, fitness reimbursement, FSA, tuition reimbursement, back-up daycare, tutoring & family support benefits, EAP/Work-Life assistance, and a holiday contribution program. For this role the hourly rate is $25 - $42 per hour. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. Base pay is one part of the Total Compensation Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work.
Skills Required
- 2+ years payroll experience
- Multi-state payroll experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel
- Proficient in Microsoft Word
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise extreme discretion
- Professional and personable communication skills with all levels
- Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
- Ability to multi-task while handling interruptions and changing priorities in a high-volume work environment
- Union and Davis Bacon experience
- Knowledge of Spanish
- Experience in SAP payroll and/or Workday payroll
What We Do
Clark Construction Group is one of the largest building and infrastructure companies in the United States. Since 1906, the company has delivered assets across various markets, including public, private, corporate, cultural, education, and entertainment projects. Their extensive portfolio includes critical infrastructure projects such as power, transportation, water, and roadways, emphasizing a commitment to building what matters and strengthening communities nationwide.
