Payroll Manager

Payroll Manager R.D. Olson ConstructionCommercial General Contractor – Hospitality & MultifamilyLocation: Irvine, CA (On-site) Position Summary We are seeking a hands-on Payroll Manager with direct, in-house payroll processing experience . This is a technical, detail-driven role best suited for someone with a payroll or accounting-style background who enjoys owning the numbers, ensuring accuracy, and maintaining compliance. This position is not a generalist HR role.The Payroll Manager is fully responsible for the end-to-end payroll function and serves as the internal subject-matter expert for payroll processing, payroll compliance, reconciliations, and system integrity. The Payroll Manager will also be responsible for the administration of our benefit programs. Key Responsibilities Own and process full-cycle, in-house payroll (weekly/biweekly), ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and complianceMaintain and apply federal, state, and local payroll laws, including California wage & hour requirementsAudit payroll data regularly to ensure proper pay rates, deductions, garnishments, taxes, and job costing allocationsReconcile payroll registers to general ledger and support accounting tie-outs and auditsManage payroll system configuration, earnings codes, deductions, taxes, and reportingPrepare and review payroll-related reports, quarterly filings, and year-end processing (including W-2s)Ensure accurate tracking and payment of payroll taxes, garnishments, and other withholdingsTroubleshoot payroll discrepancies and independently resolve issues through research and documentationPartner with Accounting and HR leadership on payroll accuracy, system improvements, and process controlsMaintain payroll documentation, checklists, and internal controlsWhat We're Looking For Proven experience processing in-house payroll (not payroll review only)Strong technical knowledge of payroll calculations, taxes, and deductionsSolid understanding of California payroll complianceAccounting-oriented mindset with comfort reconciling reports and balancing dataHigh attention to detail with strong audit and quality-control instinctsAdvanced comfort working in cloud-based payroll systems and ExcelAbility to work independently, manage deadlines, and own outcomesProfessional, discreet, and methodical approach to sensitive dataPreferred Background Payroll Manager, Senior Payroll Administrator, or Payroll Accountant experienceExperience supporting construction or project-based payroll environments a plusPrior involvement in system implementations or payroll process improvementsWhat We Offer Base salary $75,000-$115,000 (DOE) + bonusFull paid associate medical, dental, vision, sick, and 401(k) with generous matchNamed a Top Workplace by the Orange County Business Journal 5 years in a row.This role is based in our Irvine headquarters and is on-site. Powered by JazzHR