Payroll, Benefits, HR Specialist

Payroll, Benefits & HR Specialist Location: Queens, NY | Full-time | On-site

Starting Salary - $75,000 commensurate with experience

Reports to: Chief Financial Officer

Company Overview

TEC Building Systems is a leading building automation and HVAC controls contractor based in New York City. Since 1981, we have specialized in the design, integration, and support of Building Management Systems (BMS) for commercial, institutional, and mission-critical facilities. Our in-house team delivers full-cycle services?including engineering, panel fabrication, software programming, commissioning, and ongoing system support?to help clients optimize energy performance and operational efficiency across their buildings.

We are currently seeking a detail-oriented Payroll, Benefits & HR Specialist to join our Finance team.

Position Summary

This position plays a key role in supporting the Finance department through the accurate and compliant administration of payroll, benefits, HR functions, and expense management. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in prevailing wage compliance, payroll tax reporting, monthly reconciliation, expense oversight, audit support, and benefits administration. Strong Excel proficiency, comfort handling large data volumes, and a process improvement mindset are essential. Prior experience in the construction industry and a notary public license are highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll, Compliance & Expense Management

Benefits Administration

HR & Employee Support

Process Improvement & Systems Support

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications