Job Description
Mortenson is looking for a Senior Payroll Systems Analyst who will be responsible for systems support of our Payroll Operations and Financial Reporting groups. Working with HR, end users, and ITS to resolve issues and put enhancements in place.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Senior Payroll Systems Analyst will focus on supporting our Payroll function by helping end users resolve system issues, working to enhance the system, and updating the system via patching. The candidate will be a bridge between Finance, Payroll, HR, Operations, and ITS with a perspective on how to best move forward.
Partner with ITS, Finance, HR, and Operations to implement new software releases, patches, and upgrades to financial systems including design meetings, direct testing, etc.
Oversee end-to-end payroll system processes, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll for all employees, including multi-state and union payrolls
Lead the implementation and optimization of payroll technology solutions (e.g., UKG, Passport, Oracle HCM, or HCSS), collaborating with IT, HR, and Payroll Operations to enhance automation, user experience, and regulatory compliance
Analyze payroll data and system performance to identify process improvements, troubleshoot complex payroll issues, and ensure alignment with evolving tax, garnishment, and reporting requirements
Provide support, develop, and conduct training to the end-users in the use of our financial and project systems
Partner with ITS, HR, Payroll Operations, and end-users to resolve any system issues quickly and efficiently
Draft requirements documents and develop test scripts
Lead in the analysis and recommendations for system enhancements to improve the efficiency of the finance, payroll, HR, and project teams
Effectively work and build relationships across the organization to achieve goals and objectives
All other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HRIS, Management Information Systems, or equivalent degree. If no degree, must have minimum of 5 years of experience doing similar work.
Advanced Excel skills
Strong problem solving skills
Knowledge of Oracle HCM, UKG, Passport, HCSS, or other Payroll/time-keeping system
Oracle ERP experience preferred
Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback
A few benefits offered include:
(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)
Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
Dental plan
401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption Assistance
Gym Membership Discount Program
The base pay range for this role
is
$85,300 - $128,000
(Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%).
Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.
Please make note:
Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.
ABOUT MORTENSON
As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.
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Equal Employment Opportunity
Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.
Other Items to Note
Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations.
No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted
without a valid agreement.
Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.