OVERVIEW Merrick & Company, an employee-owned engineering and architectural firm headquartered in Colorado, is seeking an Entry Level Payroll Administrator I to help ensure timely and accurate payroll processing in compliance with regulations and company policies. This role involves union payroll and collaboration with UKG and HR. Reporting to the Payroll Manager, the ideal candidate will have strong process skills, integrity, and a willingness to learn. Typical pay hourly range for this position is $28.85 – $32.69. The base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. WHAT YOU'LL DO Assist with bi-weekly payroll processing for assigned locations, handling associated administrative tasks. Accurate preparation and documentation of bi-weekly payroll: Review weekly time sheets submitted by employees for appropriate approvals and adherence to government and company guidelines. Enter payroll changes into the UKG system saving appropriate source documentation for review and audit purposes. Respond to and resolve inquiries regarding paychecks. Transparently communicate with team and supervisors so all are working toward same department goals. Act as a backup for other members of the department to ensure departmental coverage when needed. Support Accounting, HR, and other departments in projects and tasks as needed to complete Payroll-related inquiries. Write process documents for duties as necessary. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Attention to detail, critical thinking and accuracy. Ability to read and interpret various types of documentation, including reports. Excellent interpersonal and customer services skills; this role will interact with all levels throughout the organization. Confidentiality is critical; this role requires managing individual communications related to employees’ personal financial situations. Basic skills in preparing and navigating Excel spreadsheets and Word documents. Articulation of verbal and written communication. Proven ability to learn new systems quickly. Ability to maintain focus in a cubicle/open office setting. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS UKG and Deltek Costpoint software experience. Experience in processing union, Canadian, and other international payrolls. Multi-state payroll experience. Previous employment with an engineering firm. Six (6) to twelve (12) months of payroll and accounting related experience. PERKS Employee Owned - all eligible U.S. employees have an Employee Stock Ownership Account. Robust Employee Referral Program. Annual performance and compensation reviews. Professional Training and Development. Employee Recognition Awards. Peer Mentor Program And Much More! ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Apply online only. No e-mail, hard copy or third-party resumes accepted. Merrick & Company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), and paid time off (PTO). Merrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. Employment with Merrick is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment background check, MVR check, and drug screen. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. #LI-Hybrid