• Payroll Manager

    Robert Half Finance & Accounting (San Diego, CA)


    Description

    We are looking for a skilled Payroll Manager to oversee and ensure the accurate and timely processing of payroll operations for a multi-state workforce. This role requires expertise in managing full-cycle payroll for large employee groups while maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations. The successful candidate will bring a strong attention to detail, leadership skills, and proficiency in payroll systems.

    Responsibilities:

    + Oversee daily payroll operations, supervising and developing payroll staff.

    + Manage multi-state payroll for 400+ union and non-union employees, ensuring compliance with policies and agreements.

    + Review and approve payroll runs, tax filings, certified payrolls, and union reports.

    + Maintain compliance with wage laws, tax regulations, and collective bargaining requirements.

    + Collaborate with HR, Accounting, and Operations on payroll and audit matters.

    + Ensure accurate payroll accounting, job costing, and labor reporting.

    + Lead process improvements and system enhancements in Trimble Viewpoint or similar ERP.

    + Manage year-end reconciliations, W-2s, and audit preparation.

    Requirements

    + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred.

    + 7+ years of progressive payroll experience, including 3+ in management.

    + Construction industry experience required; geotechnical or heavy civil preferred.

    + Expertise in certified payroll, union reporting, and multi-state payroll compliance.

    + Proficient in Trimble Viewpoint (or similar ERP) and advanced Excel reporting.

    + Familiar with DIR, LCPtracker, Elations, EMars, PRISM, and related platforms.

    + Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills with high accuracy, confidentiality, and analytical ability.

    + Collaborative team player able to meet tight deadlines.

     

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    All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

     

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