Payroll Lead

Jennie Joiner with The Forum Group PNW is partnering with a growing construction company to find a Payroll Lead who will own payroll for two entities, drive and improve the process for both, and help build the structure as the organization grows, with top priorities including benefits and quarterly reporting, payroll reconciliations, and union or prevailing wage payroll experience.

What You’ll Do

• Own weekly payroll from start to finish, starting with one company and taking on the second over time
• Process union and prevailing wage payroll accurately and in compliance with all requirements
• Handle benefits reporting, quarterly reporting, and payroll reconciliations
• Strengthen and streamline payroll processes, moving manual steps toward more efficient systems
• Implement new systems and procedures that bring structure and consistency across both companies
• Onboard the payroll for new companies as the organization acquires them
• Partner with the CFO and Corporate Controller, as well as project managers and team members across four locations

What We’re Looking For

• Payroll experience with union or prevailing wage (required)
• High-volume payroll experience, ideally in construction
• A track record of implementing new systems and improving processes
• Strong reconciliation skills and attention to detail
• A self-starter who can run with payroll and own the process
• CPP certification preferred
• Experience with Foundation accounting software, Procore, or QuickBooks is a plus
• A degree is not required

Schedule and Details

• Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
• Hybrid, with up to 2 days remote per week
• Location: Richland, WA
• Full time, exempt
• Casual work environment (jeans welcome)

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
• 401(k)
• Paid vacation and paid sick leave
• 7 paid holidays
• Annual cost-of-living adjustment based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI)
• Annual performance review

If you’re a payroll professional who loves owning the process and making it better, I’d love to hear from you. Reach out to Jennie Joiner with The Forum Group PNW directly or apply online today.