Accounts Payable Accountant (Houston)

Jobot
Houston, TX
Lead Multi-State Payroll Operations with an Industry-Leading Construction & Environmental Services Firm

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Ryan Weingardt
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Salary: $100,000 - $120,000 per year

A bit about us:

This organization brings together five specialized divisions delivering complex commercial construction, industrial electrical, environmental cleanup, and hazardous waste disposal services across multiple states. With operations spanning Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Hawaii, the team is united by a core purpose: providing real solutions with integrity and excellence. Built on a foundation of trust, accountability, family values, and safety, this company empowers its people to lead, grow, and make a difference in the communities they serve.

Why join us?
  • Lead the payroll function for a multi-entity, multi-state operation using modern systems (UKG)
  • Collaborate across departments in a supportive, values-driven culture
  • Competitive benefits, paid training, 401(k) match, profit sharing, and wellness programs
  • Play a key role in certified payroll and compliance for high-visibility infrastructure projects

Job Details

Required Education & Experience:
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred
  • 5–7+ years of progressive payroll experience, including 2+ years in a leadership role
  • Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) highly preferred
  • Experience with UKG software strongly preferred
  • Expertise in multi-state payroll processing, tax compliance, and certified payroll
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
  • Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and confidentiality
Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage full-cycle payroll processing across multiple business entities and state jurisdictions
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations
  • Lead certified payroll reporting and ensure prevailing wage compliance for public works projects
  • Maintain detailed records for job classifications, fringe benefits, and labor hours
  • Partner with compliance and project management teams to align labor tracking with regulations
  • Serve as the subject matter expert on certified payroll and prevailing wage policies
  • Oversee payroll system administration and vendor coordination (UKG preferred)
  • Conduct payroll audits, validate data accuracy, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
  • Supervise payroll staff, providing training, performance feedback, and hiring support
  • Collaborate with HR, Accounting, and Operations to ensure alignment of payroll practices
  • Generate payroll reports and analytics for internal and external stakeholders
  • Manage payroll tax filings, W-2 and 1099 processing, and year-end reporting
  • Support internal and external audits by maintaining thorough documentation
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance payroll efficiency
  • Safeguard sensitive payroll data and ensure secure information handling
  • Provide guidance on complex payroll matters such as garnishments, retro pay, bonuses, and severance
  • Remain current with payroll laws, industry best practices, and compliance trends
  • Perform other duties as needed or assigned

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Posted 2026-04-22

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