Posting Title: Payroll Specialist Reports To: Payroll Supervisor Location: San Jose, CA | Hybrid Salary Range: $34.00/hour to $38.00/hour Final 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 ARE Since 1954, 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. And we've done it with integrity for more than 70 years. We’re problem solvers and innovation seekers. We’re team players and safety fanatics. And we're proud to be part of Quanta Services (PWR:NYSE), North America's largest employer of skilled craft labor. Because what we do 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 eight teams: Accounts Payable, Payroll, Billing, GL, FP&A, Tax, Risk Management and Project Accounting that work closely together to ensure compliance and the financial well-being of the company. ABOUT THE ROLE The Payroll Specialist 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. ABOUT YOU You 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 GAIN As 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 QUALIFICATIONS Any 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-JT1 PLEASE 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. 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