• Payroll Specialist

    Woodard Cleaning and Restoration (St. Louis, MO)


    9490 Watson Rd, St. Louis, MO 63126, USA | SUPP Accounting | Salary | 68,000-75,000 per year | Full Time

     

    | Life, Medical, 401k Match, PTO

     

    Join a purpose-driven team that helps people get back to their lives.

     

    At Woodard, we don't just restore buildings - we restore peace of mind. As a trusted leader in cleaning, restoration, and reconstruction services across the St. Louis region, we're looking for a Payroll Specialist who shares our commitment to service excellence.

    About the Role

    As our Payroll Specialist, you'll take ownership of full-cycle payroll and 401(k) administration for our growing team. You'll ensure every paycheck is accurate, every report is compliant, and every process runs smoothly - strengthening Woodard's financial integrity and supporting decisions that keep projects moving forward.

     

    This is the perfect role for someone who enjoys problem-solving and takes pride in being the go-to expert for payroll accuracy and compliance.

    What You'll Do

    + Process and audit biweekly payroll for all employees with precision and timeliness

    + Maintain employee data, pay rates, deductions, and classifications in HRIS and payroll systems

    + Manage payroll tax filings, W-2s, and quarterly reports

    + Handle wage garnishments, levies, and certified payroll reporting when required

    + Administer and reconcile the company's 401(k) plan in coordination with our third-party administrator

    + Support annual audits (workers' comp, 401k, payroll tax) and ensure compliance with state/federal regulations

    + Identify opportunities to automate and streamline payroll processes for greater efficiency

    What You Bring

    + 5+ years of progressive payroll experience

    + Working knowledge of job costing, labor allocations, and construction payroll compliance

    + Strong understanding of payroll tax laws and reporting standards

    + Confidence in navigating HRIS and ERP systems; comfortable learning new technology

    + Excellent attention to detail, discretion, and judgment when handling confidential information

    + A collaborative, can-do mindset aligned with The Woodard Way: Do What's Right. Serve Others. Learn Every Day.