Payroll Clerk

Title: Payroll Clerk

Reports to: Payroll Manager

At Meruelo Enterprises, we’re building more than infrastructure, we’re building communities, careers, and a better tomorrow.

Founded in 1986 and proudly minority-owned, we’ve grown into one of California’s leading construction and engineering firms, serving major utility, transportation, and telecom clients across the West Coast. With a talented team of over 2,500 professionals and a family of top-tier subsidiaries, we deliver innovative, high-impact solutions in gas, electric, water, and more.

From the ground up, we’re committed to safety, quality, and integrity. If you're looking to be part of a fast-growing, mission-driven company making a real difference, welcome to Meruelo Enterprises.

About the Role:

Meruelo Enterprises located in the city of Downey, CA is looking for a Payroll Clerk to support the timely processing of company payroll and comply with all governmental and union regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Enters timesheet and equipment information into the Company’s payroll system.
• Ensures all required paperwork is received and processed in a timely manner.
• Supports the certified payroll reporting process.
• Prints and files various reports.
• Respond to employee issues related to payroll matters.
• Set up and maintain employee garnishments.
• Other necessary and required duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Ideally will have a minimum of 2 years’ experience processing and supporting payroll.
• General knowledge of the various disciplines and procedures utilized by the Construction industry is preferred.
• Ability to stay focused and work without close supervision.
• Works well in a team environment as well as independently.
• Ability to accurately enter data and perform mathematical calculations.
• Ability to adjust priorities on short notice, manage interruptions and work well under pressure.
• Ability to timely meet deadlines; coordinate workloads with Supervisor.
• Effective communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Complies with and maintains company confidentiality practices and policies.
• Interacts professionally with all company employees and outside persons, such as customers, vendors and professional service providers.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and knowledge of spreadsheet applications.
• Spectrum software experience preferred, but not required.
• Manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination are necessary.
• Mental alertness is necessary to ensure accurate and thorough completion of work activities.
• Ability to interpret and disseminate complex information appropriate and effectively.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods and efficiently operate computer, calculator, copier, fax and other business office equipment.
• Comply with accounting and all other company policies, procedures, as well as all relevant federal, state and local reporting requirements.
• Working conditions consist of temperature-controlled office; noise level in work environment is usually low.

At Meruelo, we believe that diverse teams drive innovation and better business outcomes. We are dedicated to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to bring their whole selves to work. We actively encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.