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Robert Half
Construction Payroll Specialist
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What they do
A Payroll Specialist manages the financial and accounting work involved in processing payroll for a company or organization. Manages employee benefits programs and payroll deductions, or assists with evaluating compensation levels for different job categories and titles.
$57,441 / year median in California
-8% projected decline
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Certified Payroll Specialist to take ownership of the company's entire payroll function for a construction organization. This is a temp-to-hire opportunity and is ideal for a hands-on payroll professional who is comfortable working independently and managing all aspects of payroll and payroll compliance.
This individual will serve as the primary point of contact for payroll, overseeing the process from start to finish while ensuring accurate and timely payroll for the organization's employees and compliance with construction-specific requirements.
Key ResponsibilitiesOwn and manage the full payroll function for the organizationProcess payroll from start to finish, including timekeeping, payroll calculations, deductions, taxes, and reportingPrepare and submit certified payroll reports for construction projectsEnsure compliance with prevailing wage, union, and labor requirementsReview employee timecards, job codes, pay rates, overtime, and project allocationsTrack and reconcile payroll by employee, job, and projectMaintain accurate payroll records and documentation for auditsResearch and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee questionsPartner with project managers, HR, and accounting to ensure accurate payroll and labor reportingStay current on applicable payroll and construction compliance requirements
This individual will serve as the primary point of contact for payroll, overseeing the process from start to finish while ensuring accurate and timely payroll for the organization's employees and compliance with construction-specific requirements.
Key ResponsibilitiesOwn and manage the full payroll function for the organizationProcess payroll from start to finish, including timekeeping, payroll calculations, deductions, taxes, and reportingPrepare and submit certified payroll reports for construction projectsEnsure compliance with prevailing wage, union, and labor requirementsReview employee timecards, job codes, pay rates, overtime, and project allocationsTrack and reconcile payroll by employee, job, and projectMaintain accurate payroll records and documentation for auditsResearch and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee questionsPartner with project managers, HR, and accounting to ensure accurate payroll and labor reportingStay current on applicable payroll and construction compliance requirements