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Agility Recruiting

Senior Payroll Specialist

Agility Recruiting, Oakland, California, United States, 94616

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Overview A thriving commercial construction company in Oakland seeks an experienced Payroll Specialist to join their growing finance team. Our client, an established general contractor with projects throughout the Bay Area, needs a detail-oriented professional to manage payroll operations for 150+ employees across multiple job sites and trades.

Base pay range

$75,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr

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Why This Role Is Unique

Dynamic Industry

- Support exciting construction projects shaping the Bay Area's skyline

Growth Opportunity

- Join a stable, expanding company with 40+ years in business

Variety & Challenge

- Handle complex multi-state payroll, certified payroll reporting, and union calculations

Make an Impact

- Be the go-to payroll expert ensuring accurate, timely pay for hardworking field teams

Key Responsibilities

Process bi-weekly payroll for 150-200 employees including field crews, project managers, and office staff

Manage certified payroll reporting for prevailing wage projects

Calculate and process union wages, benefits, and fringe contributions for multiple trades

Handle multi-state payroll tax filings and compliance

Maintain accurate records for workers' compensation and liability insurance audits

Process and track PTO, sick leave, and other time-off accruals

Prepare quarterly and annual payroll tax returns

Generate cost reports for job costing and project analysis

Serve as primary contact for employee payroll inquiries

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations

What You'll Bring Required:

3-5+ years of payroll experience, preferably in construction or similar industry

Strong knowledge of prevailing wage and certified payroll requirements

Experience with union payroll and multi-trade calculations

Proficiency in payroll software (LCP Tracker, ADP, Viewpoint Vista).

Advanced Excel skills for reporting and analysis

Understanding of federal and California payroll laws

Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to manage high-volume, deadline-driven workload

Highly Valued:

Construction industry payroll experience

Knowledge of Foundation, Viewpoint Vista, or construction-specific software

Experience with multi-state payroll processing

Experience with job costing and labor distribution

Competitive Salary:

$75,000 - $80,000 annually (based on experience)

Health Benefits:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement:

401(k) with company match

Time Off:

PTO, sick leave, and paid holidays

Additional Benefits:

Life insurance, disability coverage

Growth Potential:

Clear path for advancement within finance department

Location : This is a fully on-site position at the company's Oakland headquarters. You'll work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where accuracy and timeliness are essential. Free on-site parking is provided. The role requires interaction with both office personnel and field supervisors, making strong communication skills essential.

The Ideal Candidate We’re seeking someone who thrives in a detail-oriented role with firm deadlines, takes pride in accuracy, and can handle the unique complexities of construction payroll. You should be comfortable working independently while knowing when to escalate issues, and able to explain payroll matters clearly to employees at all levels.

Ready to Build Your Career? If you're looking to apply your payroll expertise in a dynamic construction environment where your contributions directly support major Bay Area projects and the livelihoods of skilled tradespeople, this is your opportunity.

Job Details

Seniority level: Associate

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Finance

Industries: Construction

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