HR/ Payroll Manager
Job Description
City Hill Construction, Inc. is currently looking for an HR/Payroll Manager. We are a growing site work and excavation company in western NY, and we have an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR/Payroll professional to join our team and build out our internal HR and payroll function. The ideal candidate will have solid experience running payroll for a construction or field-based workforce, be organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable handling confidential information with discretion. This role will manage weekly payroll (including certified payroll for public works projects), employee onboarding, benefits administration, and day-to-day HR compliance, while working closely with ownership on developing our HR infrastructure as the company continues to grow.
Responsibilities:
- Process weekly payroll accurately and on time, including certified payroll reporting for prevailing wage/public works projects
- Maintain employee records, personnel files, and HR documentation in compliance with state and federal requirements
- Administer employee benefits, including health insurance and 401(k) enrollment
- Manage new hire onboarding, including I-9 verification, new hire paperwork, and orientation
- Track and administer PTO, holiday pay, and other leave programs
- Ensure compliance with NY State labor law, wage and hour regulations, and workers' compensation requirements
- Support recruiting and hiring efforts, including job postings and coordinating interviews
- Serve as a point of contact for employee questions related to pay, benefits, and policies
- Assist with unemployment claims, workers' comp claims, and related documentation
- Partner with ownership to build out and refine HR policies, procedures, and employee development programs
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee and company information
Skills:
- Strong working knowledge of payroll processing and payroll software
- Familiarity with certified payroll and prevailing wage requirements a plus
- Working knowledge of NY State employment law and HR compliance requirements
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
- Proficient with computers, payroll systems, and standard office software
Requirements:
- Prior experience in payroll processing required; construction industry experience preferred
- Prior HR experience preferred
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Business, or related field preferred, or equivalent work experience
- Strong interpersonal skills and a professional, respectful manner with employees at all levels
- Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Represent the company in a professional and respectful manner
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Health insurance including Vision and Dental
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacation
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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