Payroll Specialist – Construction Industry (Hybrid Schedule)

Located in Encinitas, CA | Full-Time | $25-30/hr DOE | Hybrid (Office & Remote)

Are you a payroll expert who thrives on accuracy and compliance? We’re looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our team and take ownership of payroll operations in a fast-paced, construction-focused environment.

This role is perfect for someone who is detail-oriented, proactive, and ready to ensure every paycheck is processed smoothly and on time—while enjoying the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule.

What You’ll Do:

-Lead weekly payroll processing for hourly & salaried employees using Paylocity

-Manage prevailing wage calculations, fringe benefits, and certified payroll reporting (ICP Tracker & DIR required)

-Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage laws, including prevailing wage regulations

-Maintain and update employee payroll records, tax info, deductions, and benefits

-Generate certified payroll reports for projects and support audits & year-end reporting (W-2s, ACA, etc.)

-Act as the go-to resource for employees with payroll questions or discrepancies

What We’re Looking For:

-Proven experience as a Payroll Specialist (construction industry highly preferred)

-Proficiency with Paylocity – required

-Hands-on experience with prevailing wage payroll, ICP Tracker & DIR – required

-Familiarity with HRIS systems for maintaining employee records

-Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and problem-solving ability

-Clear and professional communication skills – able to support employees at all levels

Apply now to join a growing team with opportunities for growth!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans

The Know Your Rights poster is available here:
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf

The pay transparency policy is available here:
https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf

For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

AppleOne participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program.
https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pdf

We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.