Payroll Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Payroll Specialist

Location : Minneapolis, MN (On-site)

Salary : $60,000 – $70,000 (flexible depending on experience and union payroll exposure)

Pathway Talent Partners is partnering with a respected construction firm to hire a Payroll Specialist . This is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented professional to play a critical role in ensuring payroll accuracy, compliance, and timely processing for a diverse employee base.

About the Opportunity

As a Payroll Specialist, you’ll be responsible for managing weekly payroll processes for both union and non-union staff. You’ll ensure that payroll is processed accurately and efficiently, handle related reporting and deductions, and help maintain up-to-date employee payroll records. You'll collaborate with HR, accounting, and field teams to support payroll integrity and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Process weekly payroll for field and office employees, verifying hours and applying appropriate deductions

Maintain payroll records, including direct deposit details, tax withholdings, pay rate changes, and terminations

Reconcile discrepancies in timecards, earnings, or benefits deductions

Generate certified payroll and union benefit reports, and ensure timely remittance

File payroll taxes at the federal and state level in compliance with regulatory deadlines

Assist with onboarding by setting up new employees in the payroll system and verifying required data

Respond to employment verification requests and assist with unemployment claims

Create payroll-related reports as needed for internal and client-facing use

What You Bring

1–3 years of payroll experience; exposure to union payroll is a strong plus

Familiarity with payroll systems and solid knowledge of wage / tax regulations

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic data analysis skills

Strong attention to detail, time management, and confidentiality

Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, problem-solving mindset

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, HR, or related field preferred