Payroll Clerk – Construction

Description

 STG is seeking an experienced Payroll Clerk to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience processing construction payroll, including prevailing wage payroll, and possess a strong understanding of multi-state payroll compliance, certified payroll reporting, and local tax requirements. This position plays a critical role in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

About STG

STG is a family of companies providing specialized construction, utility, and infrastructure services throughout Ohio and the surrounding region. Our corporate headquarters is located in Columbiana, Ohio, where this position will be based.

Our family of companies includes:

• Advanced Underground Solutions, specializing in underground utility and infrastructure services.
• STG Electric Services, based in Macedonia, Ohio, providing commercial and industrial electrical contracting services.
• STG Fiber Services (formerly Blue Jay Communications), with operations in Brooklyn and Youngstown, Ohio, delivering fiber optic and broadband construction services.
• STG Communication Services, headquartered in Columbiana, Ohio, specializing in telecommunications construction and infrastructure.

As our Payroll Clerk, you'll support payroll operations across multiple business units, each with its own unique workforce and payroll requirements. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and understands the complexities of construction payroll, including prevailing wage, certified payroll reporting, multi-location operations, and payroll tax compliance.

At STG, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to providing a collaborative, team-oriented workplace where employees are empowered to make an impact, continue growing professionally, and contribute to the success of a company that is building and maintaining the infrastructure that keeps our communities connected.

Key Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll for construction employees in a timely and accurate manner. 
• Prepare and process prevailing wage/certified payroll reports in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations. 
• Review employee time records, job costing, wage determinations, fringe benefit calculations, and deductions for accuracy. 
• Ensure compliance with Davis-Bacon, prevailing wage, and union payroll requirements when applicable. 
• Register and maintain employer accounts for local, municipal, and state payroll tax agencies as needed. 
• Process payroll tax withholdings and ensure compliance with local tax regulations. 
• Maintain employee payroll records while ensuring confidentiality and accuracy. 
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and respond to employee payroll questions. 
• Assist with payroll audits, year-end processing, W-2 preparation, and reporting. 
• Work closely with Human Resources, Accounting, and Project Management to ensure payroll accuracy. 
• Stay current on payroll laws, tax regulations, and construction labor compliance requirements. 

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience 
• Health, dental, and vision insurance 
• 401(k) with company match 
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays 
• Opportunities for professional growth 
• Supportive team environment 

Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who doesn't simply process payroll. They understand the complexities of construction payroll. The ideal candidate has extensive experience with prevailing wage projects, certified payroll reporting, local tax compliance, and takes pride in accuracy, organization, and meeting deadlines. If you're a payroll professional who enjoys solving complex payroll challenges and ensuring compliance, we'd love to hear from you.

Requirements

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum 5 years of payroll processing experience. 
• Minimum 5 years of construction payroll experience. 
• Proven experience processing prevailing wage/certified payroll. 
• Strong knowledge of payroll tax laws, wage determinations, and certified payroll reporting. 
• Experience with local payroll tax registrations and municipal tax compliance. 
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. 
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities. 
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. 
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and payroll software.

 Preferred

• Experience with Paylocity or similar payroll systems. 
• Experience processing multi-state payroll.