Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

Commercial Construction | Real Estate Development

As our Payroll Specialist, can you picture yourself owning the payroll process that keeps a fast-moving construction organization running smoothly? In this role, accuracy goes beyond processing payroll. It means ensuring employees are paid correctly, certified payroll requirements are met, prevailing wage compliance is maintained, and project costs are tracked accurately across multiple entities.

Would you like to join a team where your work directly supports construction operations, development projects, and long-term business growth? This is an opportunity to step into a high-impact role where payroll accuracy, compliance, and financial reporting all play an important part in daily operations.

If you enjoy managing payroll in a construction environment, thrive in a detail-oriented role, and understand how payroll connects to the bigger financial picture, apply today.

Build the Financial Foundation of What Comes Next:

This is a well-established commercial general contractor known for delivering award-winning projects across healthcare, education, and public sectors. With a strong reputation and a diversified portfolio spanning construction, development, and property management, this organization offers long-term stability and growth.

The Foundation We Provide

  • Competitive Salary: $71,000 - $80,000
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, FSA, 401(k) with match, PTO
  • Stable Growth Environment: Join a respected organization with long-term opportunity
  • Collaborative Team: Work closely with accounting, HR, and operations leadership
  • Location: Bellflower, CA (Onsite)
Your Role in the Build:
  • Process and manage in-house payroll across multiple entities
  • Utilize Sage 300 (required) for payroll processing and reporting
  • Process and maintain ce
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