Payroll Administrator

Payroll Administrator

We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to join a growing construction company in Sacramento, California. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who can oversee payroll operations with accuracy while also supporting employee records, onboarding, and light administrative accounting tasks. The role requires a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who is comfortable answering employee questions, coordinating with supervisors, and helping keep payroll processes running smoothly.

Responsibilities:

• Administer recurring payroll for hourly staff and support bonus payment processing while ensuring timely and accurate completion of each cycle.
• Maintain employee payroll records by updating earnings, deductions, benefit elections, and other key data, and perform routine audits to confirm accuracy.
• Coordinate employee setup and offboarding activities, including entering new employee information and processing separations in payroll systems.
• Review and reconcile payroll-related invoices, respond to agency or vendor notices, and help resolve discrepancies efficiently.
• Serve as a resource for employees and managers by answering payroll and benefits questions and assisting with system access issues when needed.
• Provide occasional reception or front office support to help maintain daily business operations.
• Contribute to workplace safety initiatives and complete assigned operational or administrative projects as needed.