Posting Title: Payroll Specialist I Reports To:Director, PayrollLocation: Urbandale, Iowa | Remote Salary Range: $33.00/hour to $40.00/hourFinal determination of a successful candidate's starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets.

WHO WE AREFor nearly 70 years, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who've built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects. Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. But even more than that, we've built a reputation for integrity. We're problem solvers and innovation seekers. We're team players and safety fanatics. And we always-always-do the right thing. Even when no one is looking. Because what we do here is important, but how we do it is everything.THE FINANCE TEAM Our projects may be complex, but our approach is simple: we build great things and we do it with great people. The Finance team at Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) provides employees, stakeholders and customers with timely and accurate financial information. The Finance Department is comprised of six teams: Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Billing, Collections, Payroll and Tax that work closely together to ensure compliance and the financial well-being of the company.ABOUT THE ROLEThe Payroll Specialist I is responsible for the accurate and weekly processing of all union and office payroll for our employees. This role maintains electronic employee files, enters timecard data into the JDE system, and prints and distributes weekly checks. In addition, this individual will work closely with the project teams to resolve any discrepancies with timecard reporting and address them in a timely manner. Additional responsibilities include:

Set up and maintain log of all garnishments/tax levies and remit all payments to respective agencies in accordance with each garnishment- order.
Review all garnishment related notices and prepare and process garnishments withholdings as authorized.
Troubleshoot & resolve issues related to payroll; including placing stop payments on lost paychecks and issuing replacement, correcting wage and/or benefit rates, and resolving incorrect hours worked for correct payments.
Complete verification of employment forms for all union employees.
Coordinate with the Union Reporting Specialist to obtain current wage & benefit rates as needed.
Process lay-off checks for voluntary and involuntary terminations.
Prepare EDD Audit Reports, including researching employment dates and compensation information.

Skill: Has substantial understanding of the job and applies knowledge and skills to complete a wide range of tasks.Job Complexity: Works on assignments that are moderately difficult, requiring judgment in resolving issues or in making recommendations.Supervision: Normally receives little instruction on daily work, general instructions on newly introduced assignments.ABOUT YOUYou are a seasoned finance professional with a demonstrated ability to translate payroll and compensation terminology into terms that are understandable to different audiences, including employees, independent contractors as well as your colleagues and management. You possess in-depth knowledge of multi-state and local tax jurisdiction. You understand the importance of maintaining highly confidential information and can execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.WHAT YOU WILL GAINAs a member of the Finance team, you will support the financial operations of CEI's payroll - including union and office employees. You will wear many hats, allowing you to support both the technical and clerical function of payroll. Lastly, you will be able to tap into your financial skillset, enabling you to contribute to the experience of our employees and the company as a whole.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSAny combination of education and experience that, in the sole judgment and discretion of Company, would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications may qualify.Education: High School Diploma required. Licensure/Certifications:Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation strongly preferred.Experience: Five (5) years minimum certified payroll experience preferred. Construction payroll experience preferred.#LI-Remote #LI-JT1PLEASE NOTE: CEI will never ask for any money or financial information from applicants during the hiring process. To learn more about "job scams" how to avoid them, click here.CEI is a place where every single person can-and does-have an impact on the work we do and the communities we serve. Here, you can build your own story and grow to your full potential. You can collaborate and celebrate with amazing people. And you'll go home every day knowing you helped contribute to important work that shapes people's lives. Our commercial, data center and energy projects may be complex, but our approach is simple. We build great things and we do it with great people.The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department, program or project needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.Cupertino Electric Inc. aims to make cei.com accessible to any and all users. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, please contact us at ceijobs@cei.com or 1-(877)-747-4CEI.