Payroll Tax Accountant
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Payroll Tax Accountant
granite· 00001 Granite Construction Inc.
About this role
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General Summary
Essential Job Accountabilities
Prepare various reports and analysis as needed to support Payroll and Benefits.
Prepare, review, and/or post journal entries for accurate recordkeeping.
Prepare general ledger account analysis and reconciliation of benefits related general ledger accounts for accurate recordkeeping.
Prepare monthly trust reconciliation for retirement plans in order to ensure accuracy of third party vendor reporting.
Participate in preparation of retirement plan financial reports to ensure complete reporting.
Participate in review of retirement plan annual tax returns to ensure accuracy of reporting.
Prepare and maintain benefit accounting records for efficient access to information.
Examine, review and interpret benefit accounting records to ensure accuracy.
Perform special projects and additional assignments as directed to assist department management.
Participate in cross training efforts in order to grow with the Payroll department.
Education
Bachelors Degree in Accounting or equivalent business related bachelor’s degree with equivalent accounting course work
Work Experience
2 - 5 Years Accounting or related experience preferred
Knowledge, skills, and abilities
Intermediate computer spreadsheet skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Analytical skills
Self-motivated team player
Attention to detail and accuracy
Deadline driven
Customer service focused
Occasional travel
Ability to work overtime as needed
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Additional Requirements/Skills
Team player.
Ability to abide by Granite’s Code of Conduct on a daily basis.
Our Benefits at a Glance:
Building tomorrow starts with you, and Granite knows that you can excel only if we support you in and out of the workplace. That is why we offer a broad benefits package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans, as well as special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness, and more.
Salaried employees may choose from two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross, including our most popular plan, for which 100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents. Employees can also opt into a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
As part of our investment in your future outside of the workplace, Granite provides a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans, which vests immediately.
Benefits may vary for positions located outside of the continental United States.
Base Salary Range:
$63,481.00 - $95,221.00Pay may vary based upon relevant experience, skills, location, and education among other factors.
About Granite Construction Incorporated
Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.
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Notice to Staffing Agencies
Granite Construction, Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Granite") will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Granite, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Granite mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Granite employees, or to Granite's resume database will be considered Granite property. Granite will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Granite will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Granite's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Granite will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Granite's Human Resources Representative or his/ her designee. No other Granite employee is authorized to bind Granite to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Agencies.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Payroll Tax Accountant role at granite?
The listed salary for this Payroll Tax Accountant position at granite is USD 63K–95K. This is an full-time role.
Where is the Payroll Tax Accountant position at granite located?
This Payroll Tax Accountant role at granite is based in Watsonville, California. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the Payroll Tax Accountant at granite belong to?
This Payroll Tax Accountant position is part of the 00001 Granite Construction Inc. department at granite. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Payroll Tax Accountant position at granite?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to granite's official application portal hosted on workday where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Payroll Tax Accountant job at granite posted?
This Payroll Tax Accountant position at granite was posted on Jun 30, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Payroll Tax Accountant
granite · 💰 USD 63K–95K
You'll be redirected to granite's official application page on Workday.