Clerk II

Zachry Group is seeking a Payroll Clerk to work at our Maintenance Site Cheniere Sabine Pass LNG located at 9243 Gulf Beach HWY, Cameron, LA. This location is just across the TX/LA state line at Pleasure Island/Johnson’s Bayou. They will assist in the processing of weekly payroll in conformance with established payroll & timekeeping procedures.  Assembles data from employee records and administer payroll, including timesheet auditing & entry, gate scan auditing, tax deductions, vacations, time off, wage garnishment requests, direct deposit setup, rate & craft changes.  NO PER DIEM OFFERED, CURRENT TWIC CARD AND DRIVER LICENSE REQUIRED.   Qualification Highlights * Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Must be proficient with computers and Microsoft office products. * Must be organized and professional. Position Responsibilities * Perform complete payroll process for business unit, entity or unassigned field payrolls and performs mathematical calculations for withholdings and deductions, vacation, sick leave, retroactive pay, overtime, salary changes, etc * Perform payroll audits, entry & edits to process & release timecards to payroll system before deadlines * Administer and maintain employee payroll records: direct deposits, W-4, and state W-4 equivalent * Complete wage statements for employment commission(s), workers compensation insurance companies and other local, state and federal government agencies * Verifies and processes vacation requests for employees * Audit payroll transaction, hire and termination forms to assure compliance with Company, state and federal requirements * Process employee hires, termination forms, personnel updates, corrections and special payments * Researches employee wage information * Monitors employee account balances‎ (Vacation, Sick, Etc) * Organizes and maintains files of records and correspondence of both a routine and confidential nature * Assisting other needs & requests with day to day when payroll duties are done. * Perform other duties as assigned * Assist with Annual events such as United Way Campaign, Site Safety Day, Site Cook Offs, etc. * Daily Headcount reports, subcontractor hourly reporting, etc. JOB REQUIREMENTS Required Qualifications * High School Diploma or GED * Minimum of 1 - 3 years of clerical experience is required * Must have a strong focus on customer service, accuracy, good verbal and written communication, mathematical reasoning * Excellent work ethic and organizational skills & attendance * Ability to work with minimal supervision on most projects or tasks * Strong interpersonal skills to influence and communicate effectively with all levels of personnel * Demonstrate creative problem-solving skills * Must be detail-oriented and have strong proof-reading skills * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously, with shifting priorities in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment * Personal computer proficiency, experience utilizing Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; candidates may be tested for computer proficiency & timekeeper proficiency * Must have a current valid driver’s license & TWIC Card * Have reliable transportation and be able to work 5+ days a week or as needed * Must be able to meet all physical demands and pre-employment conditions, to include a criminal background check, motor vehicle check and drug screen. Preferred Additional Qualifications * Current Zachry Group or Zachry Group ROF’d employee. * Former experience working with Zachry Group companies * Preferred candidate will have previous experience in a timekeeper/payroll, clerical or administrative position. * 3-5 years related experience * Experience working as field timekeeper, payroll systems, refinery or other plant experience * Bi-lingual. * Formal/Technical education. * Knowledge of US Payroll fundamentals * 10 key adding calculator Reporting to: * This position reports to the Administrative Business Accounting Manager. Physical Requirements * Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of sitting and working on a computer. * Will talk and hear to communicate.  * Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull:  objects, materials, controls and tools.  * May be required to lift, carry and move up to 35lbs.  * Position will be required to attend office at the jobsite and will need to have the ability to walk and climb, walk in rocks, climb stairs & other various outdoor conditions. Work Environment * Will work in a general office environment. Capable of operating and functioning in a fast-paced work environment. Must possess a vision (corrected or uncorrected) that allows for clear visibility from a distance of 20 inches or less. The above description covers the fundamental responsibilities of the Payroll Clerk position. It shall not be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day.   ZACHRY is dedicated in providing a Safe and Drug Free work environment; and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.