Sr. Payroll Specialist

Company Description

Working at Knobelsdorff

Along with building state-of-the-art projects, we build meaningful careers, lasting opportunities, and teams of dedicated individuals who truly own their work. As a leading turnkey specialty contractor specializing in Automation, Electric, Energy, and Power Services, our team tackles challenging, cutting-edge projects that provide opportunities to build new skills, confidence, and gain valuable hands-on experience in a variety of different industries. We tackle industrial electrical installations, advanced automation systems, and renewable energy solutions.

Since our founding as a family-owned company in 1988, we've grown while staying true to our core values. Starting your career with Knobelsdorff means joining a culture that values your contributions, moves quickly, takes calculated risks, and celebrates team members who step up and own their work.

If you're ready to join a team where your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your impact is celebrated, Knobelsdorff (KE) is the place for you.

Job Description

What You’ll Do

Reporting to the Payroll and Benefits Manager, the Sr. Payroll Specialist is a key contributor within the Payroll and Benefit team. The ideal candidate brings extensive experience with multi-state payroll, prevailing wages, and payroll system implementations. This candidate enjoys being a go-to resource for both the team and the business.

• Own and execute complex payroll processes with accuracy, timeliness, and confidence
• Manage multi-state payroll and prevailing wage requirements, including compliance and reporting
• Work directly with LCP Tracker and other compliance tools
• Support payroll system implementations, upgrades, and ongoing process improvements
• Act as a mentor and trusted resource for payroll team members
• Safeguard sensitive payroll and employee data with professionalism and discretion
• Partner cross-functionally with HR, Finance, and Operations to keep things running smoothly
• Adapt quickly, juggle priorities, and step in wherever help is needed

Qualifications

You’re someone who shows up ready to work hard, learn fast, and contribute to a team that takes pride in doing things right. Successful candidates typically bring:

• Master’s degree or bachelor’s degree; CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) preferred
• 10+ years of hands-on payroll experience, ideally in construction or complex multi-state environments
• Direct experience with prevailing wage payroll and compliance reporting
• Strong attention to detail and pride in delivering accurate, high-quality work
• Experience supporting payroll implementations or system conversions
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment
•  Team-first mindset with a collaborative, flexible approach
• A clear understanding of payroll confidentiality and data sensitivity

Additional Information

We believe in paying for the value you bring to the team, and we aim to be competitive in every market we hire in.

Pay Range: $100,000 - $120,000/yr

Total Rewards Statement

As a full-time employee at Knobelsdorff, you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and future.

• 100% employer-paid health and dental coverage for employees
• HSA contributions to support your medical expenses
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• 401(k) with competitive company match
• Profit sharing and performance-based incentives
• Paid weekly with competitive wages
• PTO, six paid holidays, and education reimbursement
• Exclusive employee discounts through Working Advantage

We believe your work should be rewarded with more than just a paycheck. At KE, we invest in your total wellbeing.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.

Typical requirements may include:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling documents.
• Ability to occasionally lift to 15 pounds (such as files, office equipment, or training materials).
• Regular verbal communication and active listening in person, virtually, and by phone.

Accessibility: If you need accommodations as part of the employment process, please contact Knobelsdorff Human Resources at .

Workplace Environment

The role primarily works in a professional office environment with standard equipment such as computers, phones, and printers including conference rooms and presentation spaces.

• Primarily works in a professional office setting with standard office equipment (computers, phones, printers).
• Interaction with employees, managers, and external partners daily.
• Occasional meetings or training sessions may require collaboration in conference rooms or off-site locations.
• Standard office hours with minimal exposure to outdoor or hazardous environments.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Knobelsdorff is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.

We believe in hiring the best person for the job, period. If you’ve got the skills, work ethic, and mindset to Own It, you’ll find a place here.

If you need accommodation during the hiring process, let us know and we’ll work with you.

• Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
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