<p>We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to join a team in California on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent opportunity. This position is suited for a payroll specialist who can manage end-to-end payroll operations with accuracy, while supporting a construction-focused environment. The role requires strong attention to detail, knowledge of certified payroll and prevailing wage practices, and the ability to keep payroll and vendor records organized and compliant.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process full-cycle payroll for employees accurately and on schedule, ensuring all earnings, deductions, fringe and adjustments are properly recorded.</p><p>• Administer payroll activities while maintaining compliance with DIR reporting, applicable wage, tax, and reporting requirements.</p><p>• Prepare and review certified payroll reports and related documentation for projects that require strict labor and wage compliance.</p><p>• Verify prevailing wage calculations and support payroll practices that align with project contract requirements.</p><p>• Maintain organized payroll, vendor, and project-related records, including construction documentation needed for audits and reporting.</p><p>• Coordinate with internal teams and vendor contacts to resolve payroll discrepancies, documentation questions, and payment-related issues.</p><p>• Support payroll operations for construction projects by tracking employee pay details, job classifications, and required supporting paperwork.</p><p>• Keep vendor files current and accurate, ensuring records are complete and accessible for ongoing business needs.</p>
<p>Tyler Houk (Practice Director) with Robert Half is looking for a dependable Payroll Clerk to support payroll operations for our logistics client in Fresno, California. This role focuses on delivering timely, accurate pay processing, maintaining organized employee payroll data, and helping ensure payroll practices align with company guidelines and regulatory requirements. The position works closely with payroll staff and contributes to reporting, record upkeep, and issue resolution across the payroll cycle.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Administer bi-weekly payroll processing with accuracy and in accordance with established deadlines using ADP.</p><p>• Prepare final pay calculations for separated employees while following company standards and California wage requirements.</p><p>• Update and preserve payroll records, including compensation details, withholdings, deductions, and tax-related information.</p><p>• Audit timesheets and attendance data, investigate inconsistencies, and coordinate corrections before payroll is finalized.</p><p>• Generate payroll-related reports and use Excel to reconcile payroll figures, identify variances, and support record accuracy.</p><p>• Assist with year-end payroll activities such as wage statement preparation, reporting support, and related documentation.</p><p>• Respond to routine payroll questions and provide administrative assistance for day-to-day payroll operations.</p><p>• Support additional payroll tasks and special projects as assigned by the payroll team.</p>
<p>Position Overview</p><p>The Payroll Administrator / HR Generalist will oversee all aspects of biweekly payroll processing while supporting key HR functions, including employee onboarding, records management, compliance, and employee relations support. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p><strong>Payroll Administration</strong></p><ul><li>Process accurate and timely biweekly payroll for approximately 80 employees across three locations.</li><li>Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.</li><li>Process payroll adjustments, garnishments, deductions, benefits, and employee status changes.</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and address payroll discrepancies promptly.</li><li>Prepare and maintain payroll documentation and reports.</li><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll-related employee inquiries.</li></ul><p><strong>Human Resources Support</strong></p><ul><li>Support employee onboarding and offboarding processes.</li><li>Maintain employee personnel files and HR records.</li><li>Assist with benefits administration and employee communications.</li><li>Support compliance with employment laws, company policies, and HR procedures.</li><li>Coordinate employee documentation, policy acknowledgments, and required reporting.</li><li>Provide general HR administrative support and assist with employee relations matters as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>