Payroll Administor

  • The Middlesex Corporation
  • Littleton, Massachusetts
  • 11/11/2026
Full time

Job Description

About The Middlesex Corporation

The Middlesex Corporation is a nationally recognized, award-winning leader in heavy civil construction. Founded in 1972 by Robert W. Pereira, the family business has developed an extensive client and project portfolio through its commitment to safely building America's infrastructure.

The company specializes in building and reconstructing highways, bridges, marine, rail, and transit facilities through a collaborative team approach and a focus on its core values. Middlesex Asphalt in Central Florida is one of the largest and most productive asphalt plants in the United States. Middlesex Paving also has an established regional presence and reputation.

Position Summary

The Payroll Administrator processes accurate and timely weekly multistate payroll, maintains payroll records, reviews and resolves discrepancies, and prepares required reports. This role supports payroll compliance through prevailing wage maintenance, certified payroll reporting, and the administration of garnishments, IRS levies, and related payroll requirements.



Responsibilities

Comply with and actively promote all safety policies and procedures, including reporting accidents, incidents, and near misses, in support of the company's Number One Core Value-Safety, first in everything we do.

Review timesheets, attendance, hours worked, wage calculations, pay adjustments, and other payroll data to identify and resolve discrepancies and maintain accurate records.

Calculate wages and deductions and enter payroll data into financial reporting software.

Process weekly multistate payroll, including check printing, reconciliation, and distribution.

Process weekly per diem payments.

Maintain and update prevailing wage information in the payroll system.

Prepare and distribute weekly certified payroll reports, monthly Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) reports, and various weekly labor reports.

Process new employee paperwork and enter relevant information into the payroll system.

Maintain and update payroll records, including exemptions, transfers, and resignations.

Handle employment verifications, garnishments, IRS levies, and other payroll-related compliance matters.

Required Qualifications

1-5 years of experience in payroll, accounting, administrative support, or a related office environment.

Advanced computer skills and strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, including Power Query, formulas, PivotTables, and report development.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Viewpoint software.

Knowledge of the construction industry, including prevailing wage reporting and regulations.

Conversational Spanish skills.

Core Competencies

Communication and collaboration: Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, and work collaboratively with different personalities and management styles.

Initiative and organization: Work independently, take initiative, and manage and prioritize multiple concurrent assignments.

Adaptability: Respond effectively to changing business priorities.

Analytical skills and accuracy: Apply strong analytical skills and attention to detail when reviewing payroll information and resolving discrepancies.

Accountability and commitment: Demonstrate dedication, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to successful outcomes.

Leadership: Demonstrate strong leadership qualities.

Professionalism and confidentiality: Exercise integrity and maintain confidentiality when handling payroll information and responsibilities.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to full-time and eligible part-time team members. Benefits include:

Medical, dental, and vision plans covering eligible team members and dependents.

Employee assistance programs.

Life insurance and disability coverage.

401(k) plan with matching contributions.

Tuition reimbursement.

Referral program.

Paid time off.

Middlesex provides equal employment opportunities to all team members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.



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