Payroll Manager

Eco & Associates, Inc. is an Environmental Consulting firm that employs engineers, geologists, biologists, and scientists, with a team of 32 employees and growing. We earn contracts due to our focused client service and dedication to delivering high-quality results. Our project portfolio includes extensive experience working with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Public Works, and the Public & Private Sectors.

We have established strong relationships with various regulatory agencies in California, Arizona, Texas, and New Mexico.

This position is for a Part-Time/As-Needed Employee in the office with flexible days at a rate between $35.00-$40.00 hour based on experience to start.

We are seeking an experienced
Payroll Manager (payroll specialist/payroll accountant/compliance specialist) to support the payroll operations in the organization. This role is ideal for someone with
Federal Government, Service Contract Act (SCA), and Public Works - Prevailing Wage payroll familiarity, along with the California Dept of Industrial Relations (DIR). Knowledge of Quick Books and Pay Chex Flex is ideal. Proficient in Foundation software is required
. The Payroll Manager serves as a key connector between
Payroll, HR, Operations, Production, and field teams
, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws on public works and construction projects. This position works closely with contractors, project managers, and regulatory agencies to monitor prevailing wage requirements, certified payroll records, and labor standards compliance. Payroll accuracy, regulatory compliance, and a strong cross-functional collaboration environment.

• Processweekly and bi-weekly payrollindependently for exempt and non-exempt personnel in multi-state jurisdiction
• Expertise in multi-state payroll compliance, tax filings, and labor law regulations, along with strong knowledge of ERISA, IRS, and Department of Labor standards
• Prepare and submitcertified payroll reportsin compliance with California DIR and prevailing wage requirements
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and local wage & hour laws, including overtime and meal/rest break requirements
• Partner with Operations and Production to validate timecards and daily reports before payroll processing
• Manage payroll adjustments, garnishments, deductions, and benefit-related changes
• Executing payroll accounting tasks, including general ledger postings, reconciliations, journal entries, and preparing quarterly/annual tax filings (Forms 940, 941, W-2).
• Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll and employee information
• Respond to payroll inquiries with discretion and professionalism
• Support audits and prepare reports for leadership and external agencies
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and Operations on payroll process improvements
• Support payroll-related projects as the company continues to strengthen the payroll and HR systems