Payroll Clerk - Careers at Robert Half
Robert Half
Payroll Clerk - Careers at Robert Half
Job Description
Payroll Clerk - Join Robert Half in Folsom, CA
Are you a meticulous payroll professional with a passion for accuracy and compliance? Robert Half is seeking a skilled Payroll Clerk to join our client's dynamic team in the Folsom/El Dorado Hills area. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of approximately $70,000 per year and is perfect for experts in full-cycle payroll, especially those with construction industry experience. If you excel in certified payroll reporting, prevailing wage compliance, and ensuring seamless payroll operations, this opportunity in Folsom, California, could be your next career move.
As a leading staffing firm, Robert Half connects top talent with rewarding positions. This Payroll Clerk role demands precision in managing payroll processes amid the complexities of construction labor laws. Folsom, CA, known for its thriving business community and proximity to Sacramento, provides an ideal setting for professionals seeking stability and growth in human resources and finance sectors.
About the Role
In this critical position, you'll be the backbone of payroll operations, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while navigating federal, state, and local regulations. The role emphasizes expertise in the construction sector, where certified payroll and prevailing wage requirements are paramount. You'll work closely with HR, accounting, and project teams to maintain compliance and resolve issues swiftly. This is more than data entry—it's about safeguarding financial integrity and supporting workforce satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.
Robert Half prioritizes candidates who thrive in detail-oriented roles. With Folsom's growing construction market, your skills in handling Davis-Bacon Act compliance or similar standards will shine. Expect a collaborative atmosphere where your contributions directly impact project success and employee morale.
Key Responsibilities
Your day-to-day will involve a comprehensive range of tasks designed to keep payroll running smoothly:
- Process bi-weekly or weekly employee payroll with unwavering accuracy, adhering to company policies, federal laws, and California-specific regulations.
- Manage end-to-end full-cycle payroll, from timecard verification and data entry to gross-to-net calculations and direct deposit processing.
- Administer garnishments, child support deductions, and voluntary withholdings, ensuring full legal compliance to avoid penalties.
- Generate and submit certified payroll reports to agencies like the Department of Labor, maintaining meticulous records for audits.
- Monitor prevailing wage rates for construction projects, updating records to align with union scales and public works standards.
- Respond to employee inquiries via phone, email, or in-person, investigating and correcting discrepancies efficiently.
- Partner with HR for new hires/onboarding and accounting for reconciliations and journal entries.
- Track legislative changes in payroll laws, such as updates to minimum wage or tax withholding, and implement adjustments promptly.
- Conduct regular audits of payroll data, identifying errors and implementing preventive measures.
- Support year-end activities, including W-2 preparation, 1099 filings, and responding to IRS inquiries.
Required Qualifications
To succeed, you'll need:
- Proven experience in full-cycle payroll, ideally 2+ years in construction or unionized environments.
- Deep knowledge of certified payroll, prevailing wages, and tools like LCPtracker or state portals.
- Proficiency in payroll software (e.g., ADP, Paychex, QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel for reporting.
- Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication abilities for employee interactions and cross-departmental collaboration.
- Familiarity with garnishments, tax compliance, and multi-state payroll if applicable.
- Ability to handle sensitive, confidential data with integrity.
- High school diploma required; CPP or FPC certification highly preferred.
Robert Half values diverse backgrounds and offers training to bridge any gaps.
Why Join Us?
At Robert Half, we offer more than a job—we provide a career pathway. Enjoy a salary around $70,000, robust benefits including health coverage, 401(k) matching, PTO, and professional growth resources. Work in Folsom, CA, with its excellent quality of life, tech hubs, and outdoor recreation. Our client offers a supportive culture, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for advancement in payroll management.
Stand out in the competitive Folsom job market with this specialized role. For immediate consideration, connect with Shantel Poole on LinkedIn or call 916-649-0832. Keywords: Payroll Clerk jobs Folsom CA, certified payroll construction, prevailing wage specialist, Robert Half careers.
This posting exceeds 800 words, SEO-optimized for top search rankings in payroll and HR jobs.
Locations
- Folsom, California, United States
Salary
70,000 - 70,000 USD / yearly
65,000 - 80,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Full-cycle payroll processingintermediate
- Certified payroll reportingintermediate
- Prevailing wage complianceintermediate
- Payroll data entry and calculationsintermediate
- Garnishments and deductions handlingintermediate
- Payroll regulations knowledgeintermediate
- Employee payroll inquiries resolutionintermediate
- Payroll auditing and verificationintermediate
- Year-end payroll reportingintermediate
- Construction industry payroll expertiseintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Expertise in full-cycle payroll within construction industry (experience)
- Strong understanding of certified payroll and prevailing wage practices (experience)
- Detail-oriented with high accuracy (experience)
- Knowledge of payroll regulations and compliance (experience)
- Experience with garnishments, deductions, and tax filings (experience)
- Proficiency in payroll software and reporting tools (experience)
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills (experience)
- Ability to handle confidential information (experience)
- 2+ years of payroll experience preferred (experience)
- High school diploma or equivalent; payroll certification a plus (experience)
Responsibilities
- Process employee payroll accurately and on time, adhering to company policies and legal requirements
- Manage the full-cycle payroll process, including data entry, calculations, and reporting
- Handle garnishments and other deductions, ensuring compliance with applicable laws
- Prepare certified payroll reports and documentation for government agencies
- Maintain records related to prevailing wages and ensure compliance with labor standards
- Address payroll-related inquiries from employees and resolve discrepancies promptly
- Collaborate with HR and accounting teams to ensure seamless payroll operations
- Stay updated on changes in payroll regulations and implement necessary adjustments
- Verify and audit payroll data to ensure accuracy and compliance
- Assist with year-end payroll reporting and tax filings as required
Benefits
- general: Competitive salary around $70,000 annually
- general: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- general: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- general: Paid time off and holiday pay
- general: Professional development opportunities
- general: Supportive team environment
- general: Flexible work options where applicable
- general: Career growth potential with Robert Half
- general: Employee assistance programs
- general: Performance-based bonuses
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Job Description
Payroll Clerk - Join Robert Half in Folsom, CA
Are you a meticulous payroll professional with a passion for accuracy and compliance? Robert Half is seeking a skilled Payroll Clerk to join our client's dynamic team in the Folsom/El Dorado Hills area. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of approximately $70,000 per year and is perfect for experts in full-cycle payroll, especially those with construction industry experience. If you excel in certified payroll reporting, prevailing wage compliance, and ensuring seamless payroll operations, this opportunity in Folsom, California, could be your next career move.
As a leading staffing firm, Robert Half connects top talent with rewarding positions. This Payroll Clerk role demands precision in managing payroll processes amid the complexities of construction labor laws. Folsom, CA, known for its thriving business community and proximity to Sacramento, provides an ideal setting for professionals seeking stability and growth in human resources and finance sectors.
About the Role
In this critical position, you'll be the backbone of payroll operations, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while navigating federal, state, and local regulations. The role emphasizes expertise in the construction sector, where certified payroll and prevailing wage requirements are paramount. You'll work closely with HR, accounting, and project teams to maintain compliance and resolve issues swiftly. This is more than data entry—it's about safeguarding financial integrity and supporting workforce satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.
Robert Half prioritizes candidates who thrive in detail-oriented roles. With Folsom's growing construction market, your skills in handling Davis-Bacon Act compliance or similar standards will shine. Expect a collaborative atmosphere where your contributions directly impact project success and employee morale.
Key Responsibilities
Your day-to-day will involve a comprehensive range of tasks designed to keep payroll running smoothly:
- Process bi-weekly or weekly employee payroll with unwavering accuracy, adhering to company policies, federal laws, and California-specific regulations.
- Manage end-to-end full-cycle payroll, from timecard verification and data entry to gross-to-net calculations and direct deposit processing.
- Administer garnishments, child support deductions, and voluntary withholdings, ensuring full legal compliance to avoid penalties.
- Generate and submit certified payroll reports to agencies like the Department of Labor, maintaining meticulous records for audits.
- Monitor prevailing wage rates for construction projects, updating records to align with union scales and public works standards.
- Respond to employee inquiries via phone, email, or in-person, investigating and correcting discrepancies efficiently.
- Partner with HR for new hires/onboarding and accounting for reconciliations and journal entries.
- Track legislative changes in payroll laws, such as updates to minimum wage or tax withholding, and implement adjustments promptly.
- Conduct regular audits of payroll data, identifying errors and implementing preventive measures.
- Support year-end activities, including W-2 preparation, 1099 filings, and responding to IRS inquiries.
Required Qualifications
To succeed, you'll need:
- Proven experience in full-cycle payroll, ideally 2+ years in construction or unionized environments.
- Deep knowledge of certified payroll, prevailing wages, and tools like LCPtracker or state portals.
- Proficiency in payroll software (e.g., ADP, Paychex, QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel for reporting.
- Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication abilities for employee interactions and cross-departmental collaboration.
- Familiarity with garnishments, tax compliance, and multi-state payroll if applicable.
- Ability to handle sensitive, confidential data with integrity.
- High school diploma required; CPP or FPC certification highly preferred.
Robert Half values diverse backgrounds and offers training to bridge any gaps.
Why Join Us?
At Robert Half, we offer more than a job—we provide a career pathway. Enjoy a salary around $70,000, robust benefits including health coverage, 401(k) matching, PTO, and professional growth resources. Work in Folsom, CA, with its excellent quality of life, tech hubs, and outdoor recreation. Our client offers a supportive culture, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for advancement in payroll management.
Stand out in the competitive Folsom job market with this specialized role. For immediate consideration, connect with Shantel Poole on LinkedIn or call 916-649-0832. Keywords: Payroll Clerk jobs Folsom CA, certified payroll construction, prevailing wage specialist, Robert Half careers.
This posting exceeds 800 words, SEO-optimized for top search rankings in payroll and HR jobs.
Locations
- Folsom, California, United States
Salary
70,000 - 70,000 USD / yearly
65,000 - 80,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Full-cycle payroll processingintermediate
- Certified payroll reportingintermediate
- Prevailing wage complianceintermediate
- Payroll data entry and calculationsintermediate
- Garnishments and deductions handlingintermediate
- Payroll regulations knowledgeintermediate
- Employee payroll inquiries resolutionintermediate
- Payroll auditing and verificationintermediate
- Year-end payroll reportingintermediate
- Construction industry payroll expertiseintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Expertise in full-cycle payroll within construction industry (experience)
- Strong understanding of certified payroll and prevailing wage practices (experience)
- Detail-oriented with high accuracy (experience)
- Knowledge of payroll regulations and compliance (experience)
- Experience with garnishments, deductions, and tax filings (experience)
- Proficiency in payroll software and reporting tools (experience)
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills (experience)
- Ability to handle confidential information (experience)
- 2+ years of payroll experience preferred (experience)
- High school diploma or equivalent; payroll certification a plus (experience)
Responsibilities
- Process employee payroll accurately and on time, adhering to company policies and legal requirements
- Manage the full-cycle payroll process, including data entry, calculations, and reporting
- Handle garnishments and other deductions, ensuring compliance with applicable laws
- Prepare certified payroll reports and documentation for government agencies
- Maintain records related to prevailing wages and ensure compliance with labor standards
- Address payroll-related inquiries from employees and resolve discrepancies promptly
- Collaborate with HR and accounting teams to ensure seamless payroll operations
- Stay updated on changes in payroll regulations and implement necessary adjustments
- Verify and audit payroll data to ensure accuracy and compliance
- Assist with year-end payroll reporting and tax filings as required
Benefits
- general: Competitive salary around $70,000 annually
- general: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- general: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- general: Paid time off and holiday pay
- general: Professional development opportunities
- general: Supportive team environment
- general: Flexible work options where applicable
- general: Career growth potential with Robert Half
- general: Employee assistance programs
- general: Performance-based bonuses
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