Payroll Manager jobs in Iowa

Who Are We?

McAninch Corporation is a leader in the grading and underground utility industry in Central Iowa. We are a 100% employee-owned company that has been recognized as an Iowa Top Workplace for the last 6 years. We partner with a wide variety of clients to provide the groundwork and underground utilities (water, sanitary, and stormwater) for residential and industrial construction projects.

Position Description:

The Payroll Manager is responsible for processing weekly hourly payroll for approximately 250 union employees. This position requires excellent communication skills when interacting with field foremen and facility personnel to ensure an accurate payroll each week.

The Payroll Manager works Monday through Friday 7:30am to 4:30pm with a one hour lunch. This position works on site and does not have direct reports.

Job Requirements:

• Processes weekly payroll by noon on Wednesday for hourly union employees.
• Manually enters timecard data from foreman and shop supervisors.
• Processes weekly certified payroll reports.
• Pays weekly payroll taxes and monthly union benefit premiums.
• Prepares detailed reports such as leave balances, overtime, and headcount.
• Tracks and deducts all garnishments and other special payroll deductions.
• Handles the administration of the electronic timekeeping system.
• Sets up new employees in payroll and HR systems. Maintains employee data as necessary.
• Ensures that payroll and employee data changes are entered correctly and in a timely manner.

Qualifications:

• At least 5 years payroll experience, preferably in a construction or job-cost related field.
• Experience with Viewpoint/Vista payroll systems a plus.
• Professional communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively in person, on the phone, and via email.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Outlook.
• Must maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a high level of attention to detail/accuracy.
• Able to meet strict deadlines and respond well to last minute changes.

Compensation:

McAninch Corporation offers a competitive salary (based on experience) and profit sharing. McAninch pays 100% of all benefits, including health/dental/vision insurance premiums, life insurance and cancer insurance. 401(k) with 3% company match and paid time off is also available.

Our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) is a 100% company-funded retirement plan that awards shares in McAninch Corporation without a penny coming out of your paycheck. Additionally, McAninch includes all union employees in the ESOP, so we are truly 100% employee owned!