Payroll Analyst

The State Group’s family of companies is experiencing exponential growth through investing in our people, innovation, and technology. Since 1961, our 3,500+ professionals in North America have provided comprehensive multi-trade industrial contracting services that include Electrical, Mechanical, and Civil on a single-source basis. We have tremendous opportunities for driven leaders looking for a high-energy career.

The State Group  is seeking a Payroll Analyst to work at our Mississauga, Ontario office. The Payroll Analyst position coordinates and supports payroll tax and union benefit audits, prepares and files certified payroll reports for prevailing wage projects, and coordinates annual workers’ compensation audits. This is an on-site position, and working remotely is not an option.

Benefits of Working with Us

This position is an integral part of our success and provides opportunities for career advancement.

100% PAID medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Competitive compensation package.

Paid time off, including vacation, sick days, and holidays.

Pension with a company match and immediate vesting, along with a voluntary RRSP option.

State embraces and encourages workplace diversity.

What You Will Do

Process and maintain employee compensation, payroll data, hours, and deductions within the payroll system.

Complete weekly and bi-weekly payrolls accurately and on time.

Generate and review audit, exception, and reconciliation reports to validate gross-to-net pay, labor hours, pay rates, and deductions.

Manage payroll disbursements, including checks, pay statements, direct deposits, garnishments, employment insurance claims, and government correspondence.

Validate and balance payroll transactions with downstream systems, including job costing, general ledger, payroll taxes, and child support payments; partner with outsourced payroll tax compliance providers as needed.

Prepare and submit union and non-union payroll data, including certified payroll, prevailing wage, and benefits funding reports. Coordinate audits and ensure compliance with federal, state, and job-specific regulations.

Coordinate payroll tax notices and compliance activities; investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies.

Create queries, reports, Excel workbooks, and summary analyses as requested.

Perform additional duties as assigned.

What You Need to Join Our Team

3+ years of experience processing US and Canadian payroll for both union and non-union employees required.

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Experience with construction/ERP software (Sage, Vista, Jonas) preferred.

Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, time management, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Ability to complete tasks with a high level of accuracy and efficiency.

The State Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for applicants with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please email

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