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Payroll Processor
<p>A respected family-owned construction company in Escondido is looking for a Payroll Processor to support payroll administration for field and office employees. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a close-knit environment and appreciates being part of a team where accuracy, accountability, and relationships matter.</p><p>The Payroll Processor will work closely with accounting, project management, and leadership teams to ensure payroll information is processed efficiently and accurately.</p><p>Responsibilities</p><p><strong>Payroll Processing</strong></p><ul><li>Process weekly payroll for field crews and office personnel</li><li>Review timecards, job costing information, and employee hours</li><li>Verify payroll deductions, benefits, and employee information</li><li>Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation</li><li>Process employee changes including wage adjustments and new hire information</li></ul><p><strong>Project &amp; Administrative Support</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with job cost reporting and labor tracking</li><li>Maintain payroll files and employee records</li><li>Support payroll audits and reporting requirements</li><li>Coordinate with project managers regarding labor allocations and payroll corrections</li></ul><p><strong>Accounting Assistance</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with invoice entry and administrative accounting support</li><li>Support reconciliations and reporting activities</li><li>Maintain organized payroll and accounting documentation</li></ul><p><br></p>
<ul><li>2+ years of payroll processing experience</li><li>Construction, contracting, or project-based payroll experience preferred</li><li>Familiarity with prevailing wage environments is a plus</li><li>Experience with payroll systems such as Foundation, Viewpoint, ADP, or Paychex preferred</li><li>Strong attention to detail and organizational skills</li><li>Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment</li></ul><p><br></p>
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  • Escondido, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 28 - 34 USD / Hourly
  • <p>A respected family-owned construction company in Escondido is looking for a Payroll Processor to support payroll administration for field and office employees. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a close-knit environment and appreciates being part of a team where accuracy, accountability, and relationships matter.</p><p>The Payroll Processor will work closely with accounting, project management, and leadership teams to ensure payroll information is processed efficiently and accurately.</p><p>Responsibilities</p><p><strong>Payroll Processing</strong></p><ul><li>Process weekly payroll for field crews and office personnel</li><li>Review timecards, job costing information, and employee hours</li><li>Verify payroll deductions, benefits, and employee information</li><li>Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation</li><li>Process employee changes including wage adjustments and new hire information</li></ul><p><strong>Project &amp; Administrative Support</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with job cost reporting and labor tracking</li><li>Maintain payroll files and employee records</li><li>Support payroll audits and reporting requirements</li><li>Coordinate with project managers regarding labor allocations and payroll corrections</li></ul><p><strong>Accounting Assistance</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with invoice entry and administrative accounting support</li><li>Support reconciliations and reporting activities</li><li>Maintain organized payroll and accounting documentation</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-06-08T00:00:00Z

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