Senior Payroll Specialist

About Company

Probst Electric Inc. is a fully owned subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR) and one of North America’s premier utility construction companies. The company has offices in Heber City, Provo, and Salt Lake City, Utah;
Caldwell and Rupert, Idaho. Probst Electric has completed projects across the United States and Canada, specializing in high‑voltage transmission line construction, design‑build, and maintenance services for public and private sector utilities.

The Senior Payroll Specialist will ensure accurate and timely processing of multi‑state payroll for the organization, maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and serve as the subject‑matter expert on payroll operations. The position requires strong technical proficiency, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

• Process accurate and timely multi‑state payroll for all employees, including hourly, salaried, and commissioned staff.
• Review and validate time‑keeping data, resolving discrepancies in hours, leave, and attendance with managers and HR.
• Maintain compliance with all payroll regulations, including wage and hour laws, tax withholding, garnishments, and year‑end reporting (W‑2, 941, and related filings).
• Administer payroll‑related deductions and contributions for benefits, retirement plans, and tax levies, ensuring proper setup and reconciliation each cycle.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and provide reports for Finance and Accounting, supporting month‑end and year‑end close as well as internal and external audits.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee payroll inquiries, researching and resolving complex pay issues with professionalism and discretion.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive payroll processing experience, including multi‑state payroll; experience with union payroll preferred.
• Working knowledge of payroll and time‑keeping systems such as ADP, Workday, UKG, or comparable platforms and proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, payroll tax requirements, and garnishment processing.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a high degree of discretion when handling confidential information.

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) through the American Payroll Association.
• Experience in a high‑volume, multi‑entity, or unionized payroll environment.
• Experience supporting payroll system implementations, upgrades, or process‑improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with general ledger reconciliation and integration between payroll and accounting/ERP systems.

• Competitive wages, including additional per diem and travel pay when eligible.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) with a strong company match.
• Safety‑first culture supported by Quanta Services’ national training network.
• Unlimited career growth opportunities within the expansive Quanta family.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities.

For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact the Company’s Human Resources department.