Payroll Assistant - MGE Underground : Job Details

ABOUT MGE MGE Underground is a utility infrastructure contractor serving utility companies throughout California from our headquarters in Paso Robles and regional hubs across the state. At MGE, our mission is to be the leading provider of innovative construction solutions for our clients, providing the best value in support of their growing utility and infrastructure requirements. MGE CORE VALUES S.C.R.I.P.T. FUN Our actions and success are driven by our core values. HOW YOU WILL MAKE THIS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK The Payroll Assistant will help and assist with the timely processing of weekly payrolls for multiple entities. This role with enter, maintain, and/or processes information in the payroll system; information may include employees' hourly rates, salaries, commissions, or other compensation, time worked, paid leave and holidays, deductions and withholding, address changes, and other information. SOME OF WHAT WE ENTRUST YOU TO DO

• Collect, compile, and enter payroll data.
• Manage and maintain payroll records.
• Audit timekeeping records to ensure compliance.
• Assists with the handling of payroll related projects including year-end preparations, documentation, employee tax issue and annual audits, preparing reports by compiling summaries of earnings, taxes and deductions.
• Ensures proper processing of payroll deductions for taxes, benefits, adjustments, and other deductions.
• Assists with issuing, or reissuing of physical or replacement checks or direct deposits due to payroll errors, adjustments, final pay, etc.
• Processes and manages inquiries and requests related to preparation and distribution of payroll.
• Helps ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.
• Assists Payroll Manager with audits by providing records and documentation to auditors as needed.
• Assists with addressing and resolving employee complaints relating to the payroll, timekeeping, etc. in a timely manner.
• Prepares reports to relevant departments about payroll and expense as requested.
• Works with company database programs to process payroll and verify information.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Accurate and meticulous in data entry.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid Class C Driver's License with a clean driving record

YOUR PRIOR EXPERIENCE

• Required: High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Required: Minimum 1 year of verifiable accounting experience

COMPETITIVE PACKAGE The pay range for the Payroll Specialist in Paso Robles, CA is $21.00 to $24.00 hourly. This pay range is our competitive compensation at the time of this job posting. Your pay will be determined based on a number of factors, such as experience, education, skills, and applicable knowledge. ABOVE & BEYOND BENEFITS We believe that our employees deserve to be treated well, which is why we offer competitive pay and benefits. Some of the benefits we offer:

• 401k
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

We value work-life balance and offer vacation accrual for non-exempt employees. All of our full-time employees receive nine paid company holidays. We also offer:

• Learning & Career Development Opportunities
• Educational Conferences & Seminars
• Employee Assistance Program

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EEO MGE Underground is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on any protected characteristics. PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS Successful applicants must pass a drug screen and background check before beginning employment. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS This role may require sitting at a desk and working on a computer for a prolonged period of time. You must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. OTHER DUTIES Your duties and responsibilities may change at any time, with or without notice, based on the needs of the company.