Payroll Specialist

The Raymond Group•Orange, CA

6h•$31 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

The Raymond Group is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their team in Orange. This is a full-time, non-exempt role responsible for processing weekly payroll for an assigned branch accurately and on time. The position involves managing employee timecards, ensuring data accuracy in the payroll system, and adhering to company policies and wage laws.

Requirements

High school diploma or a GED.
At least 1 and a half years of experience running payroll in the construction industry.
A strong understanding of trade union rules, regular shift work, and split or multi-shift setups.
Comfortable and skilled at using Microsoft Excel and Word every day.
Great at talking with and listening to everyone on the team, from site workers out in the field to company managers in the office. This includes answering employee questions quickly and helping them fix their payroll concerns right away.

Nice To Haves

Able to speak and understand both English and Spanish comfortably.
Experienced using Spectrum or Viewpoint payroll software.
Comfortable using the Doc-u-livery system and third-party paycard programs.
Working for a union contractor in the past is a big plus.

Responsibilities

Run the weekly payroll from start to finish to make sure all employees are paid correctly and on time.
Keep track of and check employee timecards to ensure they follow company attendance rules and government laws.
Make sure all payroll numbers are right—including hours, pay rates, and any special pay changes—before sending out checks.
Check all payroll details to ensure they follow federal, state, and local wage laws.
Organize and lock away private payroll files to follow legal rules and keep employee information safe.
Help calculate and double-check pay subtractions, including taxes, health benefits, and child support or legal garnishments.
Find and fix payroll errors quickly by talking directly with department managers and employees.
Create regular payroll summaries to help with financial audits, tax paperwork, and company budget tracking.
Answer employee questions directly regarding how to log their time or fix pay-related issues.