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Payroll Manager

Garney Construction
life insurance, flexible benefit account, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Missouri, North Kansas City
1700 Swift Street (Show on map)
Jan 29, 2026
GARNEY CONSTRUCTION

As a Payroll Manager in N. Kansas City, MO, you will be a key member of our FinancialServices team, playing a critical role in maintaining accurate payroll processing, general ledger accounting for the payroll process, managing tax filings, and supporting strategic initiatives across the organization. This role requires a deep understanding of payroll taxand compliance and offers the opportunity to drive process improvements and collaborate across departments.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

  • Assist in overseeing the end-to-end payroll process for multiple entities andjurisdictions.
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable payroll laws, regulations, and internalpolicies.
  • Manage multi-state payroll tax reporting, filings, and reconciliations, includingquarterly and annual returns, and W-2 filing.
  • Collaborate with HR, Finance and Accounting, Project teams, and external vendorsto ensure accurate employee data and timely processing.
  • Analyze labor costs and variance analysis
  • Oversee union payroll reporting, fringe benefit submissions, and prevailing wagecompliance reporting
  • Lead audits and respond to inquiries from regulatory agencies.
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance payroll efficiency andaccuracy.
  • Maintain and update payroll systems, ensuring data integrity and security.
  • Supervise and support Payroll Coordinators, fostering collaboration and professional development.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in payroll compliance and payroll tax, preferablyin a multi-state environment.
  • Strong knowledge of Federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
  • Experience with payroll systems (e.g., ADP, UKG, Paycom, or similar).
  • Proficiency with construction accounting software such as Viewpoint/Spectrum,Procore, etc
  • Knowledge of union payroll, prevailing wage laws, certified payroll reporting, andconstruction job costing
  • High proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, xlookups, complex formulas)
  • Knowledge of worker's compensation classifications and audit processes
  • High level of confidentiality and integrity
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
  • CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) or CPA (Certified Public Accountant)designation is a plus.

LET'S TALK THE PERKS!

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • 401K Retirement plan
  • Health, dental, vision and life insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) / Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Long-term disability
  • Holidays and PTO
  • Bonus program

CONTACT US

If you are interested in this Payroll Manager position in N. Kansas City, MO. then pleaseAPPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Garney Construction, go to careers.garney.com.If you have questions about the position or would like more information, please contact Patrick Duque - by email patrick.duque@garney.com

Garney Construction and its subsidiaries are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Garney Construction is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

Agency Disclaimer:All vendors must have a signed Garney Construction Agreement, authorized by the Executive Team, to receive payment for any placement. Verbal or written commitments made by anyone other than a member of the Executive Team will not be considered binding. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Garney Construction or submitted to employees outside of the Recruiting Team will be deemed the property of Garney Construction. In such cases, Garney Construction will not be obligated to pay any placement fees.


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