Payroll Specialist

LHC, Inc. has been shaping the landscape in the Flathead Valley and throughout the state of Montana for over 50 years. We are proud to have helped engineer and develop bridges, overpasses, highway systems and building projects in communities across Montana. LHC considers safety as not only a high priority, but a cornerstone in our values and processes throughout our organization. This commitment is driven by the owners, and embraced by management, staff, and crews. We know our people are our greatest asset and believe in providing the opportunity for on-the-job training and a career only limited by you. We have an opportunity for a Payroll Specialist to join our team. Our payroll specialist is part of our payroll team and a member of our finance team that will ensure accurate processing and recording of the company’s payroll, provide timely and accurate financial information, and participate in daily payroll processing. This position is not a remote position and will require you to report to our office in Kalispell, MT. Key Functions Review entered and imported time in our payroll software and make certain for accuracy Perform routine and non-routine payroll department operations Manage workflow to ensure all payroll transactions are processed accurately and timely Reconcile payroll prior to transmission and validate confirmed reports Understand proper taxation of employer paid benefits Process correct garnishment calculations and compliance Process accurate and timely year-end reporting when necessary (W-2, W-2c, etc) Provide financial and operational reporting as needed Provide back up within the payroll department and other accounting functions when necessary Qualifications Minimum of two (2) years of payroll support strongly preferred Experience with Davis Bacon Payroll processing preferred Construction experience preferred but not necessary Specific Skills Excellent oral and written communication skills Strong decision making, problem solving and analytical skills Detail oriented and ability to deliver on critical deadlines Working knowledge of payroll best practices Good relationship building ability and be a team player High degree of professionalism Ability to deal sensitively with confidential material Ability to communicate with various levels of management Proficient in using Microsoft Office Compensation Hourly rate of pay $25 to $31 an hour based on experience Medical Insurance Year 1 – Employer covers 80% of total (family) premiums Years 2 & 3 – Employer covers 90% of total (family) premiums Years 4 or more - Employer covers 100% of total (family) premiums Employer Contribution toward Health Savings Account (HSA) for those who choose a High Deductible Health Plan Dental and Vision Insurance Cost Share 50/50 Ability to purchase Group Life Insurance 3 Paid holidays per year (Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day) Profit Sharing 401(k) Retirement Bereavement Leave - up to 30 hours paid time off for death of immediate family member as defined Free Employee Assistance Program - 4 free counseling sessions per issue, per person in household Paid continuing education, training and development (as approved by supervisor and manager) Pre-Employment Requirements Successfully pass a Pre-employment drug test Successfully pass a Pre-Employment Physical LHC, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to taking affirmative action to employ and advance in the employment of women, minorities, qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans