Payroll Specialist

A well-established construction company in Modesto, CA is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist for an open role opportunity. This is a full-time, on-site role supporting payroll operations for construction and plant employees, with a strong emphasis on union payroll processing and compliance.

Key ResponsibilitiesProcess full-cycle payroll for union employees in a construction environment with a high degree of accuracy.

Review and audit timecards for plant and construction employees, ensuring all hours are accurate and compliant with applicable union agreements.

Enter timecard data into HeavyJob E360 and process manual timecards for plant employees.

Balance payroll time and upload verified information into Vista once time is reconciled.

Balance, post, and process corporate cut checks.

Interpret and apply union contract rules related to wages, overtime, undertime, shift differentials, and lunch penalties.

Ensure payroll is administered in accordance with union agreements and applicable regulations.

Manage union payments and support related payroll compliance requirements.

Prepare and support certified payroll reporting.

Work closely with internal teams to resolve payroll discrepancies and maintain timely payroll processing.

Required Qualifications:

Minimum of 5 years of payroll experience.

Must have union payroll processing experience within the construction industry.

Strong knowledge of union payroll, union agreements, union payments, and certified payroll reporting.

Experience working with unions such as Operating Engineers, Laborers, and Cement Masons strongly preferred.

Solid understanding of union rules regarding overtime, undertime, lunch penalties, and contract-specific pay requirements.

Experience reviewing and processing both electronic and manual timecards.

Proficiency with HeavyJob E360 and Vista is highly preferred.

Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.

Ability to work full-time on-site in Modesto, CA.For immediate consideration, contact Robert Half at 209-232-1991.