Payroll Specialist III (West Coast)

Location: Remote - California

Category: Accounting/Finance

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Tags: Corporate Services - Accounting

Bowman has an opportunity for a Payroll Specialist III to join our team remotely in in the West Coast (California, Oregon or Washington). Candidates must reside in one of the West Coast states.

At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

Assist in the processing of in-house payroll and handling related activities for the Company.

Leadership and Direction

• Receive broad guidance relating to overall key objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters and general parameters for execution. Receive direction as needed, and especially on highly complex assignments.

• Independently apply extensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields.

• Review work produced by staff for quality assurance.

At the Operational and Company Level

• Assist with processing and reconciling payroll biweekly.

• Ensure submission of timesheets.

• Create basic ad-hoc reports on earnings, taxes, and deductions as required by management.

Do the Work

• Process certified payroll and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local prevailing wage requirements.

• Prepare and issue paychecks.

• Calculate and audit timesheets and make corrections as necessary.

• Process labor adjustments.

• Establish and maintain payroll files in accordance with audit requirements.

• Maintain records of leave and nontaxable wages.

• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll matters.

• Research payroll tax issues and manage tax applications.

• Process new hires, terminations, manual/out of cycle checks, bonuses, salary adjustments, garnishments, and new hire state reporting.

• Create basic ad-hoc reports on earnings, taxes, and deductions as required by management.

• Respond to audit requests and provide requested documentation.

• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.

• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.

• Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude.

• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.

• Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive tasks.

• Data analysis and interpretation skills.

• Bachelors degree in related discipline preferred.
• Five or more (5+) years of experience handling computerized, multi-state payroll administration (preferably in-house) and knowledge of payroll laws and regulations in multi-state environment, including prevailing wage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Intermediate to advanced Excel Skills (reporting, data analysis, data manipulation, pivot tables, etc.).
• Strong computer skills, including familiarity of imports/exports.
• Knowledge of Deltek Vantagepoint preferred.

Are you ready to build a career that makes a lasting impact? At Bowman, our people are at the center of everything we do. We’re committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, while helping to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow.

A career at Bowman means being part of a collaborative, forward-thinking organization where innovation, inclusion, and growth are encouraged at every level. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and benefits designed to help our employees succeed.

Salary and eligible variable compensation (if any) commensurate with experience. Range $70,000-$90,000 and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discount

Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status.

• Primarily indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.

• Mobility around an office environment.

• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.

• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.

• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

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Responsibilities

Leadership and Direction

• Receive broad guidance relating to overall key objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters and general parameters for execution. Receive direction as needed, and especially on highly complex assignments.

• Independently apply extensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields.

• Review work produced by staff for quality assurance.

At the Operational and Company Level

• Assist with processing and reconciling payroll biweekly.

• Ensure submission of timesheets.

• Create basic ad-hoc reports on earnings, taxes, and deductions as required by management.

Do the Work

• Process certified payroll and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local prevailing wage requirements.

• Prepare and issue paychecks.

• Calculate and audit timesheets and make corrections as necessary.

• Process labor adjustments.

• Establish and maintain payroll files in accordance with audit requirements.

• Maintain records of leave and nontaxable wages.

• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll matters.

• Research payroll tax issues and manage tax applications.

• Process new hires, terminations, manual/out of cycle checks, bonuses, salary adjustments, garnishments, and new hire state reporting.

• Create basic ad-hoc reports on earnings, taxes, and deductions as required by management.

• Respond to audit requests and provide requested documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in related discipline preferred.
• Five or more (5+) years of experience handling computerized, multi-state payroll administration (preferably in-house) and knowledge of payroll laws and regulations in multi-state environment, including prevailing wage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Intermediate to advanced Excel Skills (reporting, data analysis, data manipulation, pivot tables, etc.).
• Strong computer skills, including familiarity of imports/exports.
• Knowledge of Deltek Vantagepoint preferred.