Payroll Manager

Potelco, Inc., a subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), was founded in 1965. We specialize in engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services, which include designing, estimating, material acquisition, project management, construction, emergency power restoration, system maintenance, and similar services. Our expertise is in power, transmission, distribution, and substation projects. We are a leading full-service provider of power infrastructure, construction, and support services in utility and energy contracting throughout the Pacific Northwest and neighboring states.

We are proud to be working with some of the region’s largest energy companies as we continue to modernize their electric systems, move towards de-carbonization, and maintain thousands of miles of overhead and underground lines serving millions of residential and commercial customers. We uphold high safety, productivity, and reliability standards as we work with our customers to provide both current and strategic, forward-thinking energy infrastructure, delivery, and solutions.

If you enjoy working with a great group of professionals, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and have strong leadership in payroll operations, then we have a role for you! Potelco, Inc. seeks a Payroll Manager to join the team at our headquarters in Sumner, WA.
The Payroll Manager oversees a team of four payroll staff, ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing for employees and supporting accounting functions for multi-state, union payroll. This role is critical in driving process improvements, maintaining compliance, and delivering exceptional service to our workforce.

The salary range for this role is $115,000–130,000, depending on experience.

Leadership
• Oversee and manage payroll staff, including training, mentoring, and performance management.
• Represent the payroll function across the organization, serving as the subject matter expert.
• Assign work, monitor progress, and follow up on results to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Counsel and coach staff, maintaining team performance and morale.

Payroll Operations
• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for all company employees, including multi-state and union employees.
• Ensure payroll is completed accurately and on schedule.
• Resolve payroll errors, monitor account balances, and provide employee support on pay issues.
• Review payroll data to confirm employees receive correct pay and deductions.
• Maintain compliance with union contracts, rate schedules, and benefits.
• Oversee processing of garnishments, benefits, prevailing wage, and other payroll adjustments.

Systems & Process Improvement
• Lead and align payroll system upgrades and enhancements.
• Continuously review and optimize payroll processes for efficiency and accuracy.
• Utilize payroll software to schedule payments, calculate taxes, and process deductions.
• Prepare quarterly, yearly, and weekly payroll reports.

Collaboration & Compliance
• Partner with HR to monitor promotions, transfers, and terminations.
• Maintain employee insurance and benefit deductions.
• Ensure payroll practices comply with employment laws, policies, and internal controls.
• Participate in meetings regarding payroll policies and updates.
• Support audits and provide payroll-related reporting as needed.

Other
• Stay current with payroll laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of payroll experience.
• 3+ years in a payroll leadership role.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP).

• Strong knowledge of finance and payroll policies, procedures, and practices.
• Familiarity with payroll regulations.
• Experience working within the construction industry
• Understanding of union contracts and rate schedules.
• Proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and maintain confidentiality.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC). 
• 5+ years in a payroll leadership role.
• Experience working in JDE.
• Understanding of prevailing wage requirements.

Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Eligible for a discretionary bonus

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.