Full Charge Bookkeeper - Payroll Specialist
Sacramento, CA
Full Time
Experienced
Infrastructure with Integrity
Utilion/Placer Electric is 100% Veteran owned. We specialize in Public Works, State and Federal, Education, Healthcare and commercial construction projects. Our company umbrella incorporates Placer Electric and PTS Masonry. We have completed high profile projects for Sacramento’s most well-known clients. We are focused on doing great work while giving back to the community.
Our Team is Our Strength
At Utilion/Placer Electric we recognize that our team is our strength, and we strive for extremely qualified professionals with every hire. We look for community minded individuals that fit well into our high performing culture.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a highly skilled, detail-oriented Full Charge Bookkeeper & Payroll Specialist with construction accounting experience for our Placer Electric division. This job is critical in managing our bookkeeping, certified payroll and compliance with industry-specific regulations.
Our Compensation and Benefits Show How Much We Value Our Team
Utilion/Placer Electric is 100% Veteran owned. We specialize in Public Works, State and Federal, Education, Healthcare and commercial construction projects. Our company umbrella incorporates Placer Electric and PTS Masonry. We have completed high profile projects for Sacramento’s most well-known clients. We are focused on doing great work while giving back to the community.
Our Team is Our Strength
At Utilion/Placer Electric we recognize that our team is our strength, and we strive for extremely qualified professionals with every hire. We look for community minded individuals that fit well into our high performing culture.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a highly skilled, detail-oriented Full Charge Bookkeeper & Payroll Specialist with construction accounting experience for our Placer Electric division. This job is critical in managing our bookkeeping, certified payroll and compliance with industry-specific regulations.
Our Compensation and Benefits Show How Much We Value Our Team
- This is a full-time, exempt, salaried position
- Starting Pay Range- $85,000 - $100,000 depending on experience
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance paid at 100% for the employee, spouse and dependents
- Life Insurance 100% employer funded
- 401K program with generous 4% match
- Profit Sharing
- 9 Paid holidays
- Generous vacation policy
- Oversee job costing processes and ensure accurate allocation of costs.
- Track project expenses and revenues, ensuring alignment with budgets
- Prepare project financial reports and conduct profitability analysis
- Manage the accounts payable and receivable processes
- Ensure timely and accurate invoicing and payment processing
- Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies
- Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets
- Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
- Conduct internal audits and support external audit processes
- Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making
- Assist in the development of financial plans and strategies for business growth
- Assist in management and coordination of Placer Electric profit centers
- Evaluate financial risks and opportunities
- Maintenance of Accounting files
- Preparation/Organization of various Financial Forms, Reports, and Financial Analyses
- Keep Project/Employee data in Company Accounting & Management System Up to Date
- Other projects assigned. We are a growing company and all wear a lot of hats.
- Manage payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Manage certified payroll reporting for government contracts, ensuring compliance with prevailing wage laws
- Maintain accurate payroll records and handle payroll-related inquiries
- Coordinate with Admin to ensure proper employee classification and compensation
- Utilize the EMARS and LCP Tracker software and upload reports into the CA DIR website.
- 5+ years of experience in full charge bookkeeping and certified payroll experience in a construction environment.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field preferred, or 5+ years’ experience in related field
- Experience with Foundation Software is a huge plus but experience with another “construction specific” accounting software would be acceptable.
- Must be able to work on site full-time 7:00 am – 3:30 pm[KV4] ; remote or hybrid work in not available.
- Team oriented
- Self-starter with a proactive mindset; able to take initiative and drive tasks to completion without constant supervision
- Strong self-management skills with the ability to prioritize, stay organized, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent time management and communication skills
- Discretion and confidentiality with sensitive financial and employee data
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