Payroll Clerk
$41,600–$62,400 year
On-siteColton, California, United States
Job Summary
Prepare and upload payroll certifications (CPRs) in compliance with DIR and union rules, ensuring backups for audits. Validate job classifications and collective bargaining agreements by employee and project, coordinating responses with Compliance and Management. Process salary adjustments, garnishments, and retroactive payments in a timely and accurate manner, aligning rates according to union updates. Reconcile timecards and work records weekly with systems such as Vista and Procore, verifying overtime and special classifications. Resolve anomalies in records with the Office and Projects teams, keeping union and administrative documentation up to date. Prepare union and government reports, including fringe summaries, and maintain systems ready for audits. Assist in compliance with CA Prevailing Wage requirements as applicable. Track and report key functional metrics to reduce waste and improve payroll effectiveness. Create monthly reports to management as needed. Maintain immaculate and accurate records relating to payroll, expense reimbursements, and benefits.
Required Qualifications
- Interest in payroll, accounting, HR, or compliance-related work
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy when working with numbers and data
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a structured, fast-paced environment
- Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across teams
- Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee information
- Willingness to learn payroll systems and compliance processes
Desired Qualifications
- 1+ year of experience in payroll, accounting support, or administrative roles in California
- Familiarity with payroll or project systems such as Vista, Procore, or similar tools
- Basic understanding of payroll concepts, wage and hour compliance, or union payroll processes
- Bilingual English/Spanish
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