Senior Payroll & Benefits Accountant

Southland Industries Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Annual bonus

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays and vacation

Professional development

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Southland Industries is seeking a payroll professional to manage weekly onboarding for union employees, review orientation documents, and handle ERP payroll data for the division.

You will maintain accurate payroll records, manage leave accruals, stay compliant with state and federal sick and safe leave programs, and partner with foremen, superintendents, and construction managers to ensure smooth payroll operations and strong employee service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field, with 3–5 years of experience.
• Proficient in Excel and payroll processing/reporting systems.
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail; confidentiality required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate payroll records for union employees and timely updates.
• Process new hire paperwork, payroll form updates, status changes, and terminations.
• Monitor PTO balances and provide reports to management.
• Identify payroll needs; coordinate with employees to resolve issues.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal sick and safe leave programs.
• Design and manage Sick and Safe Leave accrual structures.
• Monitor regulatory changes affecting Sick and Safe Leave and payroll.
• Prepare reports on leave usage and payroll compliance.
• Identify efficiency improvements through process automation.
• Support audits and payroll adjustments.
• Communicate payroll information timely while maintaining confidentiality.
• Assist with special projects.

Skills

Payroll operations

Cross-functional collaboration

Excel skills

Confidentiality

Analytical ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Accounting/Business Administration

Tools

Payroll software

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

Job description

Southland Industries is seeking a payroll professional to manage weekly onboarding for union employees, review orientation documents, and handle ERP payroll data for the division.

You will maintain accurate payroll records, manage leave accruals, stay compliant with state and federal sick and safe leave programs, and partner with foremen, superintendents, and construction managers to ensure smooth payroll operations and strong employee service.