Operations Payroll Representative

Who We Are

As a publicly traded company (NYSE: CTRI) with $3 billion in revenue, Centuri leads the way in utility and energy infrastructure across North America. Connecting People to Possibility.

Whether in the field or providing essential behind the scenes support, Centuri offers professional growth opportunities where you can thrive and make a difference. Join a culture where safety, sustainability, and teamwork come first, with training and benefits that truly care for your well‑being.

As an Operations Payroll Representative you will support the office, operations, and accounting services team by ensuring accurate processing and recording of all company payroll including union and non‑union payroll. Participating in daily data entry, payroll processing, and working closely with multiple departments to ensure accurate payroll operations.

This role is 100% in‑office based in Lakeville MN.

• Process payroll weekly using SAP payroll platform.
• Review payroll documentation for accuracy through audit reports and make any necessary adjustments.
• Work closely with Human Resources and Accounting on all payroll related issues.
• Review and compute wages, and correct errors to ensure the accuracy of earnings.
• Ensure that all changes to payroll are processed correctly.
• Review and audit master file and pay data entries.
• Respond to employee inquiries and requests regarding payroll matters.
• Assist with processing financial functions such as A/P, A/R, payroll, and timesheets.
• Cross‑train and work with team members as needed with daily workflow.

Perform other responsibilities as requested by leadership.

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required; certificate in accounting related is preferred.
• 3 years of administrative/accounting work.
• Strong knowledge of accounting procedures for accounts receivables, accounts payable and payroll.
• Tech savvy to learn new computer applications and software quickly; SAP and/or Success Factors experience is preferred.

• Benefit Package including Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage.
• 401K with Company Match.
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance and Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability.
• Vacation/Sick Time and Paid Holidays.
• Potential Bonus Opportunities.
• Career Development Opportunities.
• Employee Discounts.
• Weekly Payroll.

• Work is performed in a typical indoor office environment.
• Flexibility to work various schedules and stay late when necessary with little or no notice.
• Seeing:
  Must be able to read reports and use computer.
• Hearing:
  Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with co‑workers.
• Talking:
  Must be able to express and exchange ideas by means of spoken words.
• Sitting:
  Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.
• Standing/Walking/Mobility:
  Must be able to stand to open files and operate office machines. Must maintain mobility between departments and to attend meetings of employees and managers.
• Bending/Reaching/Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling:
  Must be able to bend, reach, or stoop to obtain office supplies and operate office equipment.
• Lifting/Pulling/Pushing:
  Light physical effort under 10 pounds.
• Fingering/Grasping/Feeling:
  Major portions of daily work require application of manual skills involving motor coordination and finger dexterity.

• Pass pre‑employment, random, post‑accident, and reasonable suspicion drug screens.
• Provide valid US work authorization documents for E‑Verify.
• Satisfactory results of pre‑employment background check results.

Centuri and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Centuri will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested.