Payroll Specialist

Join LB Construction where you're an Owner, Not Just an Employee

Lancaster Burns Construction, Inc. is a multi-trade subcontractor specializing in commercial and industrial construction which performs Rough Carpentry, Steel, Metal Stud/Drywall, and Concrete. LB Construction was founded in 1992 and became a 100% Employee Owned. We are licensed in CA, NV, and OR and are an AISC certified Steel fabrication shop.

Why Choose LB Construction?

• 100% Employee-Owned, you are part of the company's success
• Career development & advancement opportunities
• Team-first, safety-driven culture
• Be more than an employee. Be an OWNER

Job Summary

The Payroll Specialist will process weekly payroll and maintain employee time records.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Enters, maintains, and/or processes information in the payroll system; information may include employees' hourly rates, salaries, commissions, bonuses or other compensation, time worked, paid leave and holidays, deductions and withholding, address changes, and other information.
• Process weekly timecards using Viewpoint Vista payroll, handling calculations, and ensuring accurate posting and updates.
• Prepare and submit certified payroll reports for public works projects in compliance with Davis-Bacon, California DIR, and Nevada prevailing wage rules.
• Prepare and file Forms DAS-140 and DAS-142 with the California Division of Apprenticeship Standards for applicable projects.
• Issue, or reissue, physical checks, replacement checks, or direct deposits due to payroll errors or final discharge.
• Maintain confidential payroll files, employee records, time records, and supporting documentation for audits or regulatory inquiries.
• Partners with the Controller to facilitate seamless departmental processes and uphold labor compliance standards.
• Prepare and submit Weekly certified payroll reports for public works projects in compliance with Davis-Bacon, California DIR, and Nevada prevailing wage rules.
• Respond to compliance audits from general contractors and regulatory bodies.
• Perform additional payroll or compliance duties as assigned.

Financial Responsibilities

There are no financial responsibilities for this position.

Supervisory Responsibilities

There are no supervisory responsibilities for this position.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn payroll software.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality as appropriate to the position.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Competencies

• Integrity - Job requires being honest and ethical.
• Attention to Detail - Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
• Dependability - Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
• Analytical Thinking - Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
• Initiative - Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
• Adaptability/Flexibility - Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
• Time Management - Ability to stay organized and plan and how to divide time between specific activities.
• Collaboration Skills - Ability to work cooperatively with others, both within and outside of your team or department
• Discretion and Confidentiality- Ability to handle sensitive or private information with discretion and in accordance with ethical standards, policies, and legal requirements.
• Coachability & Learning Agility- Demonstrates openness to feedback, actively seeks learning opportunities, and willingly adjusts approach based on guidance, training, and organizational needs.
• Learning Orientation- Actively pursues learning, embraces change, and adapts practices based on new information or guidance.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2 years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping.
• Prior experience processing high-volume weekly payroll.
• Minimum 2 years of payroll experience, certified payroll and prevailing wage preferred.
• Experience with LCPTracker, Elations, or other certified payroll platforms preferred.
• Experience preparing and submitting DAS 140/142 and certified payroll reports preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $ $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings