Payroll Clerk

Position: Payroll Clerk / Payroll Specialist

Location: Benicia, CA - 100% Onsite
Duration: Temp-to-Hire
Pay: $25-29/hour (Depending on Experience)

About the Role

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.

Compensation Structure

• $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

Key Responsibilities

• 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

Qualifications

• 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