Payroll Accountant

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard Cand Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.DescriptionAbout Hensel Phelps:Founded in 1937, Hensel Phelps specializes in building development, construction, and facility services in markets ranging from aviation to government, commercial, transportation, critical facilities, and healthcare. Ranked #1 in aviation and #6 overall general contractor in 2024 by BD+C, Hensel Phelps is one of the largest employee-owned general contractors in the country. Driven to deliver EXCELLENCE in all we do and supported by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder, Diversity, and Community, Hensel Phelps brings our clients' visions to life with a comprehensive approach that begins with innovative planning and extends throughout the life of the property.Position Description:The Accountant is responsible for reviewing, interpreting, and recording financial records.Essential Duties:Payroll EmphasisPrepares, analyzes, and promptly implements payroll transactions, including payments for hours worked, personal time off, and employee benefits, as well as the application of benefit deductions.Prepares and/or analyzes periodic payroll reports, payroll schedules, and payroll-related journal entries using established policies, procedures, and guidelines in a timely manner.Monitors federal, state, and local taxes, Social Security contributions, employee benefit contributions, garnishments, and other deductions to ensure accuracy of individual pay.Analyzes payroll reports, statements, and records and makes recommendations to improve the payroll process.Prepares and/or reviews the accuracy of payroll-related journal entries and performs account reconciliation and analysis while ensuring supporting documentation is accurate and in compliance with company policies.Evaluate and implement appropriate payroll policies and controls, and payroll processing and system enhancements to increase efficiency.Prepares audit schedules and assists/coordinates the audit of accounting statements/reports.Coordinates payroll matters with other departments, locations, and business units.Coordinates with the payroll service provider on issues affecting company payroll.Supports other accounting functions, i.e., A/P, A/R, etc.Reviewing project time to ensure accurate posting to projects.Reconciling cost data between project cost ledgers and accounting systems.Develop, manage, and maintain cost controls and labor recaps in conjunction with the Project Manager and Project Superintendent.Billings and Accounts Payable EmphasisReview all invoices, employee expense statements, and subcontracts for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment.Review, process & balance Owner Billings.1099 maintenance.Respond to all vendor & jobsite inquiries.Reconcile vendor statements, research, and correct discrepancies.Assist in month-end closing.Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices.Assist with other projects as needed.Additional Qualifications/ResponsibilitiesPosition Qualifications:Must be well organized and a self-starter.Possess strong organizational and time management skills.Strong problem-solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, research and resolution skills, data analysis, and multitasking skills.Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness. Ability to interact with employees and vendors in a professional manner.Ability to perform mathematical computations such as percentages, fractions, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division quickly and accurately.Strong communication skills.May require specific badging or other security requirements, which may require the Company, Owner, or third party to conduct a criminal or other background check.Computer software - Microsoft Office Suite.Knowledge:Construction accounting.Principles of basic report preparation.Principles and procedures for financial record-keeping and reporting.Must be willing to work 40 hours per week and overtime as needed to meet deadlines.Preferred Qualifications:Business or Accounting degree.2+ years of applicable experience.College Courses in accounting.SAP experience.Physical Work Classification & Demands:• Light Work. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.• The individual in this position will periodically walk, kneel, sit, crouch, reach, stoop, read/see, speak, push, pull, lift, stand, and finger/type. The frequency of each action varies by workflow and office activity.• Walking - The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, boxes, cabinets, etc.• Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, phone, and printer.• The person in this position frequently communicates with employees and external stakeholders regarding a variety of topics related to office administration.• Constantly computes, analyzes, and conceptualizes mathematical calculations and formulas.• Constantly reads written communications and views email submissions.• The person in this position regularly sits in a stationary position in front of a computer screen.• Visual acuity and ability to operate a vehicle as certified and appropriate.• Rarely exposed to high and low temperatures. • Rarely exposed to noisy environments and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.Compensation Range (Colorado only):Hourly Wage: $22.00 - $26.00 USD