Payroll Clerk

We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to support payroll and onboarding operations for a construction project in Los Angeles, California. This Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage weekly payroll activities, maintain accurate employee records, and coordinate closely with finance and payroll teams in a deadline-driven environment. The role also requires strong follow-through on compliance reporting, payroll adjustments, and confidential document handling while supporting union new hires through onboarding and orientation.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate onboarding activities for union construction hires, including scheduling and supporting safety and project orientation sessions.
• Prepare and organize hiring documentation for timely and accurate entry into the HR data system.
• Process weekly payroll and record payroll-related entries with a high level of accuracy.
• Produce recurring payroll compliance documentation, including certified payroll reporting and project-specific submissions.
• Apply payroll transaction rules within JD Edwards and ensure entries align with established procedures.
• Communicate and apply payroll account coding, including accrual-related entries, in collaboration with accounting and finance contacts.
• Calculate insurance-related payroll credits for project programs covering general liability and workers' compensation.
• Investigate payroll discrepancies, correct payment issues, and enter adjustments when wages are inaccurate or incomplete.
• Maintain project files by scanning, copying, and organizing payroll records and related reports while safeguarding confidential employee information.
• Partner with Payroll, Corporate Accounting, and Division Finance teams and assist with additional tasks assigned by leadership.