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Payroll Coordinator
Company:	Knife River - Texas Division	Department:	Accounting
Location:	College Station, TX	Hiring Manager:	Terry A Santos
Closing Date:	12/20/2024 at 11:59pm CDT	Job Type:	Full-Time

Job Summary:
Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are the key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and go home safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. Join our growing team today! Knife River has an excellent opportunity for a Payroll Coordinator to manage the weekly payroll processing and labor reporting functions, while maintaining strict confidentiality.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical • Must meet Knife River-South employment standards with regards to background/MVR checks • Must be able to work overtime and be flexible with hours • Must have a “safety first” attitude. Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures is required • High school diploma or GED plus 1-2 years’ experience in payroll processing and/or accounting • Strong Excel skills, and knowledge of UKG Workforce Central (Kronos), Heavy Job, JD Edwards and Business Intelligence programs is preferred • Excellent mathematical abilities, spelling, and grammar • Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills • Time management and excellent organizational abilities, especially during peak volume • Accurate and efficient data entry abilities • Must be a detail-oriented, independent worker with strong troubleshooting, problem solving, and analytical skills • Maintains confidentiality with employees and non-employees while remaining courteous, professional, respectful, and positive at all times • Position requires an 8AM to 5PM schedule, with occasional required overtime particularly during month-end Close
Duties and/or Responsibilities
• Payroll information collection and data entry • Verify and complete the payroll processing functions • Prepare required labor reports • Verify accuracy of re-employment earnings and hours • Track child support and wage garnishments and submit into ExpertPay • Assist employees with questions and concerns regarding their wages, deductions, etc. • Verify certified payroll reports • Remain knowledgeable of reporting laws and regulations on an annual basis • Must maintain strict confidentiality of all payroll/employee/company information • Provide assistance to other accounting and HR department personnel as needed, i.e, data requests, analysis, reporting, etc. • Assist former employees with questions in relation to their earnings, W-2, etc. • Assist Accounting Supervisor and Controller as needed • Other duties as assigned

This open job posting will remain open until 12/20/2024 or until it is filled. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our workforce and want to make the transition as smooth as possible.

* Paid Holidays * Paid Vacation * Two Medical Plan Options with Generous Employer Contributions * Health Savings Account (partially funded by Employer) * Prescription Drug Plans * Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care * Dental * Vision * Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance * Company Paid Short Term Disability Income Replacement * Company Paid Long Term Disability Income Replacement * Profit Sharing * 401(k) with Company Match * Voluntary Life, Accident, and Critical Illness plans for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents * Tuition Reimbursement Program * Company Paid Employee Assistance Plan, Travel Insurance, and Access to Legal Advice
How To Apply
Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check. If unable to apply online, mail completed application to Knife River Corporation South, PO Box 674, Bryan, TX 77806.

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Payroll Coordinator