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We are looking for a Payroll Clerk to join a construction-focused team in California in a Contract to permanent capacity. This position supports weekly payroll operations for a large field workforce and plays an important role in maintaining accurate records, meeting reporting obligations, and assisting employees with payroll-related matters. The ideal candidate brings hands-on payroll experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively with multiple departments in a fast-paced project environment.
Job Responsibility
Process weekly payroll for 200 to 300 employees assigned across multiple construction job sites, ensuring accuracy and timely completion
Maintain and update payroll records by entering new employees, employee separations, pay rate revisions, deductions, garnishments, and other payroll changes
Review timekeeping details and partner with field teams, Human Resources, project leaders, and corporate payroll staff to investigate and resolve pay discrepancies
Prepare certified payroll submissions, union reports, fringe benefit documentation, and related payment support in accordance with job and contractual requirements
Verify payroll activity for compliance with union terms, company guidelines, and applicable reporting standards
Reconcile payroll data and supporting records for audits, internal reviews, and month-end or project-related reporting needs
Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, and payroll records in a timely and helpful manner
Provide administrative assistance through document management, shipping coordination, office supply oversight, and front-desk backup when needed
Requirements
2+ years of payroll experience, preferably in construction or a related project-based environment
Practical experience processing full-cycle payroll for a workforce of 101 to 500 employees
Working knowledge of payroll adjustments, garnishments, employee record updates, and weekly payroll cycles
Familiarity with certified payroll reporting, union payroll requirements, and fringe benefit documentation
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage confidential information accurately and professionally
Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with field personnel, HR, payroll, and project management teams
Proficiency with payroll recordkeeping, reconciliation tasks, and general administrative support responsibilities
What we offer
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance