Payroll Specialist

Position:
Payroll Clerk / Payroll Specialist

Location: Benicia, CA — 100% Onsite
Duration: Temp-to-Hire
Pay: $27–33/hour (Depending on Experience)

We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk / Payroll Specialist to join our client in Benicia. This position plays a key role in accurately processing weekly payroll and supporting compliance requirements. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

• $27–29/hour:
  For candidates with 1–3 years of payroll experience (general payroll clerk experience).

• $30–33/hour:
  For candidates with 5+ years of payroll experience, including:

  • Construction industry payroll
  • Union reporting
  • Certified payroll
  • Processing payroll for up to 400 employees per week independently

• Process weekly payroll accurately and on time for a high-volume employee population
• Manage union payroll, fringe benefits, and deductions
• Prepare and submit certified payroll reports
• Maintain employee payroll records and resolve discrepancies
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and union requirements
• Collaborate with HR and accounting teams as needed

• 1–3+ years of payroll experience (construction payroll experience highly preferred)
• Experience with union payroll and certified payroll strongly desired
• Ability to process payroll for large employee groups independently
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with payroll software and Excel

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.