Payroll Manager
24 days ago
Longview
Job DescriptionSalary: $95,000 - $105,000/annually DOE Job Summary Pacific Northern Environmental LLC (PNE LLC) is seeking a Payroll Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, team environment and has the ability to provide exceptional service and skills to our company, clients, and employees. Pacific Northern Environmental, LLC consists of five divisions including Advanced Electrical Technologies (AET), Taurus Power and Controls (Taurus), Cowlitz Clean Sweep (CCS), Pacific Northern Environmental Construction (PNEC), and WasteXpress Environmental (WXE). Together, we specialize in commercial and petroleum construction, industrial and commercial electrical, industrial cleaning, and hazardous waste disposal. PNE LLC is a multi-state organization with operating offices in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Hawaii. In addition, we carry out projects across the United States. PNE is All About Solutions for our employees, customers, and our communities through trust, honesty, accountability, family, and safety 24/7. While each staff member has clear responsibilities in fulfilling our core purpose, we promote and reward a business culture and work ethic where no task is above or below any individual. The Payroll Manager is responsible for all aspects of payroll processing and compliance. This role requires a deep knowledge of payroll best practices, tax regulations, and system administration. The ideal candidate will bring a proven track record of managing payroll for a large multi-state workforce and be capable of identifying process improvements and driving strategic payroll initiatives. Education and Experience Qualifications • High School Diploma or GED, • Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred., • 5-7+ years of progressive payroll experience, with at least 2 years in leadership or management role., • Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certficiation (FPC) highly preferred., • Must have in-depth knowledge of payroll regulations, multi-state payroll processing, and payroll tax compliance., • Experience with certified payroll reporting and prevailing wage., • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools., • Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills., • High level of confidentiality and professionalism Duties and Responsibilities The Payroll Manager possessing the education and experience listed above performs the following: • Oversee the full-cycle payroll process for multiple entities and across various state jurisdictions, ensuring timely and accurate execution., • Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll laws, including wage and hour regulations, tax filings, and reporting requirements., • Manage certified payroll reporting for public works and government-funded projects in accordance with prevailing wage laws., • Maintain accurate records of job classifications, fringe benefits, and labor hours as required by certified payroll standards., • Monitor and apply prevailing wage rates, updates, and classifications across applicable projects., • Partner with project manager and compliance teams to ensure proper payroll classifications and labor tracking on prevailing wage jobs., • Serve as the internal subject matter expert on certified payroll and prevailing wage compliance., • Administer and optimize payroll systems (UKG) and interface with third-party vendors., • Review payroll output and audit reports to verify accuracy, identify discrepancies, and initiate timely corrections., • Lead and develop payroll staff, providing training, coaching, and performance feedback. Leading hiring efforts when needed., • Coordination with Human Resources, Accounting, and Operations to align payroll practices with organizational goals and policies., • Prepare and analyze payroll-related reports including labor cost summaries, audit reports, headcount trends, and compliance documentation., • Oversee payroll tax filings, W-2 and 1099 processing, and year-end reporting activities., • Support internal and external audits by maintaining thorough documentation and ensuring compliance with internal controls., • Evaluate and implement process improvements to streamline payroll workflows and enhance efficiency., • Ensure confidentiality of payroll data and manage secure handling of sensitive employee information., • Provide guidance and support on complex payroll scenarios including garnishments, retroactive pay, bonuses, severance, and special payroll rungs., • Stay current with industry trends, regulatory updates, and best practices related to payroll, labor law, and compensation., • Other duties as assigned. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements The candidate must possess and be adaptable to the following physical abilities and working conditions: • Move about the jobsite as needed., • Move work related equipment up to 10lbs., • Remain in a stationary position for long periods of time., • Operate various technological devices, including but not limited to a computer., • Occasionally ascend/descend ladders and/or stairs., • Report on-site Monday-Friday at corporate headquarters in Longview, WA. Employee Benefit Program Pacific Northern Environmental, LLC presently provides coverage for: • Medical, Dental & Vision options with low premiums for employees and eligible dependents, • Life AD&D - Voluntary and Company paid., • Specialty RX programs., • Group AFLAC options Hospital, Critical, Accident and short-term Disability Plans, • Pre-Tax Flexible Savings Account (FSA), • Pre-Tax Dependent Care Savings Account (DCSA), • Telehealth by Teladoc., • 401(k) with discretionary annual company matching contributions., • Employee Assistance Program (EAP), • Paid Trainings and Certifications, • Paid Time Off, • Paid Holiday for qualifying employees, • Up to $2,000 per year profit sharing for qualifying employees, • Annual company events, • Safety Incentives Please apply directly Pacific Northern Environmental, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. This job description is a general description of essential job functions. It is not intended as an employment contract, nor is it intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform. All employees of Pacific Northern Environmental, LLC (PNE, LLC) are expected to perform tasks as assigned by PNE supervisory/management personnel, regardless of job title or routine job duties. We are a Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace. All new hires are subject to testing in accordance with local, federal, and state guidelines.