Payroll Manager

AKS Engineering & Forestry (AKS) has an immediate opening for a full-time dedicated payroll professional who would thrive in a dynamic, collaborative, team-oriented office in Tualatin, Oregon. This position will be responsible for the bi-weekly processing of payroll for 350 employees located in our seven offices in two states. AKS invests in employees who demonstrate the motivation to grow and develop their skills and responsibilities. If you are looking for the next challenge in your professional career, AKS encourages you to apply.

Candidate Qualifications:

• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience processing payroll for 350 employees required
• Professional services and/or AEC industry experience a plus
• Experience with a project-based timekeeping/accounting system a plus (e.g., Deltek Vision/Vantagepoint, BST10, Sage 300)
• UltiPro, Kronos, UKG, ADP, or similar systems experience a plus, implementation experience a plus
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification, or willingness to pursue one (company-provided) from the American Payroll Association
• Extensive knowledge of payroll functions including preparation, balancing, taxes, and controls
• Possesses a customer-service mindset, demonstrating to all employees, clients, and vendors
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel

Job Functions & Responsibilities: This role will be the primary payroll administrator for AKS. Working with accounting, finance, management, and human resources, the following tasks will be assigned:

• Ensures successful and accurate bi-weekly processing of in-house payroll through BST10 for 350 employees from seven office locations in two states (OR and WA)
• Implements, maintains, and reviews payroll and accounting systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions
• Ensures employee pay and deductions; payroll deposits; daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting are completed in compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices
• Ensures compliance with prevailing wage rules and laws and the accurate reporting thereof
• Facilitates annual payroll, insurance, and benefit plan audits by providing records and documentation to auditors
• Reconciles payroll to the general ledger and monthly bank statements
• Oversees procedures and processes and manage inquiries and requests related to preparation and distribution of payroll
• Maintains or oversees the maintenance of electronic employee payroll records
• Actively participates, identifies and recommends updates to payroll accounting software, systems, and procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned

Company Overview
AKS Engineering & Forestry is a locally owned multi-discipline engineering consulting firm focused on developing infrastructure for private and public clients throughout the Pacific Northwest. Remaining true to our values and diligently maintaining our focus on quality enables our staff to thrive and grow. With six offices and over 27 years in business, AKS is a well-respected and trusted resource to a broad portfolio of clients providing a unique and diverse combination of services.
     - Civil Engineering                              - Land, Aerial, and Hydrographic Surveying
     - Land Use Planning                           - Landscape Architecture
     - Forestry/Forest Engineering          - Arboriculture
     - Natural Resources                            - Water Resources
     - Construction Support Services       - GIS

Culture
AKS is recognized annually as one of the Top Workplaces in Oregon and Washington. With a reputation built on personal responsibility, straight answers, practical solutions, and client and employee service, AKS has become a highly sought-after place to work. We care deeply about building long-term relationships at all levels of our organization and look for opportunities to share meals together every week, go on teambuilding adventures, make team site visits, and host events that bring our people and clients together.
We are organized around multidisciplinary teams that follow a project from conception through construction. We function as one team, one company, one community, and empower our employees to deliver their best work to evolve, grow, and succeed.

Benefits:
AKS proudly offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, immediately vested 401k matching, and additional benefits and special perks. Including:

• Opportunities for personal and professional development, mentorship, advancement, and training.
• Collaborative team environment, fun atmosphere, all staff, and team events.
• Security working for an established, reputable, stable, and successful company.
• Regular lunches and staff events to encourage staff to spend unstructured time together.
• Flexible work schedule, vacations, and time off.

Visit our website for more information on the work we do, and all that AKS offers.