Payroll Assistant -McCarthy Bush Corporation

The McCarthy-Bush family of businesses strives to be the preferred supplier in the markets in which we provide services, which include construction, mining, real estate development, and steel fabrication sectors. We achieve this goal by focusing on the needs of our clients. Check us out here on our Growing Together video!

The Payroll Assistant acts as an important member of the Shared Services Team which includes Human Resources, Marketing, Finance & Accounting, and IT.  The Shared Services team supports six companies across the construction, manufacturing and mining industries within the McCarthy-Bush Corporation. 

As a Payroll Assistant, you will be responsible for maintaining employee data through both spreadsheets and software to prepare and process weekly payrolls. The position compiles data, verifies it for accuracy, and distributes payroll checks accordingly.  There is a strong union component to our business, so a successful Payroll Assistant will have previous union payroll experience, or the ability to train and learn on union payroll in their first 30 days. 

What makes you successful in this position?

• You're an excel whiz and are comfortable using, updating, interpreting and creating spreadsheets. 


• Experience processing payrolls start to finish - including experience uploading tax payments, child support payments, garnishments. adjusting benefit costs, and entering new hire and term information into multiple state systems.


• Top-notch communication skills to be able to explain payroll questions to employees while conveying data and trends to management.


• Ability to effectively multi-task and work on multiple projects and payrolls throughout the day.


• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.  You're part of a three-person payroll team, so teamwork and communication is key!

Previous union payroll experience, including a strong understanding of how fringe benefits, union dues, and certified payrolls work will give you a leg up on other applicants.

All candidates must possess a high school diploma and the ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.  Pay range is $21-$26/hour, dependent on experience. 

Why should you work here?

At McCarthy-Bush, you’ll be part of something bigger. We’re united by a commitment to “Growing Together” – creating value through collaboration and delivering one-stop solutions to our customers. Check out our Growing Together video! Together, we deliver exceptional construction experiences for our clients. 

You'll also find:

• The ability to gain real-world experience from dynamic professionals with diverse expertise


• Competitive compensation & benefits


• Exposure to many different types of industries and businesses


• Generous PTO policy 


• And more!

Visit our website to learn more at https://www.mccarthybushcorp.com/.

McCarthy Bush Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunities and all candidates will be evaluated based qualification. Linwood encourages qualified women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities and others to apply. Equal Opportunity is the Law.