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Payroll Specialist (Certified Payroll) Temp to Hire

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$28.00/hr - $31.00/hr

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Payroll Specialist (Certified Payroll) - On-Site, Temp to Hire

We're looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our client's Corona Division team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has hands-on experience with union and certified payroll, manual timesheet entry, and ERP systems. You'll report directly to the Division Office Manager and play a key role in keeping payroll accurate, compliant, and efficient.

What You'll Do:

• Process weekly multi-state payroll while ensuring accuracy and compliance with state and federal wage laws
• Maintain payroll and employee records with strict confidentiality
• Partner with other divisions to coordinate and review payroll submissions
• Manage payroll functions for employees covered under Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Handle off-cycle and special payrolls, union reporting, vacation payouts, garnishments, and direct deposit/pay card setups
• Prepare and submit federal and state tax payments on time
• Support audits and complete employment verifications as needed
• Report Workers' Compensation claims and partner with accounting on payroll reconciliations
• Jump in on additional payroll or administrative projects as needed

What You'll Bring:

• In-house payroll processing experience required
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business, or equivalent work experience
• Experience in the construction industry is a big plus
• Familiarity with ECMS or a similar ERP system required; Heavy Job/HCSS experience is highly valued
• Strong understanding of job costing and prevailing wage
• Advanced Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables, VLOOKUP) and proficiency in MS Office
• Solid understanding of payroll protocols, accounting principles, and wage and hour laws
• Excellent attention to detail, time management, and communication skills
• Comfortable working independently and collaborating across teams
• Flexible, proactive, and eager to continue learning about multi-state payroll compliance

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Human Resources

Industries

• Building Construction

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