Payroll Clerk
About The Position
Join our growing team in the dynamic landscape and construction industry! We’re seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Payroll Clerk with hands-on experience in timekeeping, job costing, and prevailing wage compliance. In this key role, you’ll ensure accurate and timely payroll processing using ExakTime and Paylocity, while supporting compliance with federal, state, and industry-specific labor regulations. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, is highly organized, proactive, and eager to grow their skills in a field-based workforce setting. Certified Payroll Experience is a plus.
Requirements
- 2+ years of payroll or accounting experience, preferably in landscape, construction, or a related industry.
- Proficient in Paylocity and ExakTime platforms (required)
- Experience with job cost accounting and labor allocation
- Strong understanding of prevailing wage laws and certified payroll reporting
- High level of accuracy, confidentiality, and attention to detail
- Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
- Ability to meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Problem-solving skills.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual in English/Spanish is preferred
Responsibilities
- Process weekly payrolls accurately and timely using Paylocity.
- Collect, verify, and reconcile employee hours from ExakTime timekeeping system.
- Ensure proper job cost allocation of labor hours to support accurate project costing and reporting.
- Monitor and maintain compliance with prevailing wage laws and certified payroll requirements.
- Track and audit employee time records, including overtime, sick leave, PTO, and other pay codes.
- Review new hire information, terminations, and employee changes to ensure accurate payroll entries.
- Assist with the preparation of certified payroll reports for public works projects.
- Coordinate with HR and field supervisors to resolve discrepancies in time or payroll data.
- Maintain payroll records and reports in accordance with company policies and government regulations.
- Assist with audits and month-end reporting as needed.
- Certified Payroll Experience.
- Prevailing Wage Experience.
- Provide exceptional service and support to employees regarding payroll-related questions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
