
Payroll Associate
Sargent ElectricPittsburgh, PA
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Overview
Schedule
Full-time
Career level
Entry-level
Remote
On-site
Job Description
PAYROLL ASSOCIATESargent Electric is a leading specialty contractor focused on electrical, instrumentation, wireless, utility, and low voltage systems. Founded in Pittsburgh in 1907, we operate from 8 locations across the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic and Northeast, delivering projects nationwide for our strategic customers.We support the breadth of client needs — from routine 24/7 service and emergency restoration to their largest and most complex projects. Our proven safety record, technical depth, and longstanding client relationships have made us a partner of choice for Fortune 500 companies, leading general contractors, and EPC contractors.We are seeking a Payroll Associate to support our Pittsburgh, PA office.WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Provide data entry support that is required to update and maintain the integrity of the information in both the payroll and timekeeping systems.
- Reconcile Payroll reports.
- Make payments timely and accurately.
- Enter deduction arrears for any amounts due from employees.
- Be responsible for payroll taxes and fringe reporting.
- Performs other duties as assigned or requested.
- Friendly demeanor, professional and businesslike dress and attitude.
- Ability to multi-task and to complete work assignments with interruptions.
- Demonstrated advanced level proficiency in Microsoft office skills (Excel, Word).
- Experience with Vista/Viewpoint experience a plus.
- Associates in Accounting/Business
- 1 year experience in business department using accounting software spreadsheet and database tools
- Excellent written communication skills. Proficiency with computers, particularly Microsoft Office applications, including the ability to type.
- Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of diverse individuals.
- The ability to work efficiently under tight time frames, the ability to respond to requests in a timely manner, and effective communication as a team player.
- Understanding of the importance of multi-tasking.
- Bachelors degree in Accounting/Business.
- Experience working with payroll software.
- Certified Payroll Professional.
- Vista/Viewpoint software experience
- Established, growing company with a strong industry reputation
- Collaborative, team-driven environment
- Competitive compensation based on experience
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