Payroll Specialist

Robert Half Permanent Placement is partnering with a modern construction company in the Buffalo, NY area on their search for a skilled Payroll Coordinator . In this role you will be the point person managing payroll and expense reimbursement for a successful company - they have 90+ employees and are growing fast! This is a hybrid position (after training) with a starting salary of $60,000 - $65,000 and an excellent benefits package. Responsibilities include but not limited to: Manage full-cycle weekly payroll processing for construction employees, ensuring accurate and timely payroll in compliance with company policies and deadlines Review and audit employee timesheets, certified payroll records, and job costing data to ensure accuracy, proper coding, and prevailing wage compliance Administer prevailing wage payroll requirements, including certified payroll reporting and adherence to federal, state, union, client, and project-specific regulations Maintain payroll records related to deductions, reimbursements, per diem, bonuses, allowances, wage adjustments, and employee benefit contributions Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, timekeeping issues, and employee inquiries related to pay, benefits, and prevailing wage classifications Collaborate with Human Resources, Accounting, project managers, and field supervisors to ensure payroll accuracy and alignment with labor compliance requirements Support internal and external payroll audits by preparing documentation, reviewing compliance reports, and implementing corrections when necessary Prepare payroll-related reports including labor distribution, certified payroll, general ledger reconciliations, and ad hoc reporting to support operational and financial decision-making Detail-oriented payroll professional with a systematic, compliance-driven approach and strong knowledge of payroll regulations, wage and hour laws, internal controls, and audit readiness 3 + years of payroll and accounting experience with direct responsibility for payroll processing, reporting, reconciliations, and issue resolution Proficient with SaaS payroll and expense management systems. Miter payroll software experience is a big plus! Bachelor's degree in accounting, Business Administration, or related field highly preferred; APA certification and prevailing wage payroll experience highly valued Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .