Accounting Specialist

Morrow-Meadows Corporation Accounting Specialist 231 Benton Ct City of Industry, CA 91789 Salary: 25.00 - 38.00 USD / HOUR Morrow Meadows is accepting applications for an Accounting Specialist to join our team at our City of Industry headquarters. This position plays a key role in supporting our accounting operations, with responsibilities spanning certified payroll, accounts payable, compliance support, and general accounting tasks. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, adaptable, and thrives in a collaborative team environment. Responsibilities Certified Payroll (CP) Administration Serve as the Certified Payroll Champion, overseeing all aspects of the CP process. Prepare, review, and submit certified payroll reports accurately and on schedule. Upload certified payroll information to various general contractor portals and ensure compliance with applicable requirements. Field Payroll Support Act as a backup for Field Payroll data entry and processing as needed.Ensure timely and accurate payroll submissions for field employees. Accounts Payable (AP) Processing Perform daily AP data entry for assigned vendors, ensuring accuracy and proper coding. Assist with month‑end and year‑end closing activities as needed, collaborating with team members based on invoice volume. Participate in maintaining the office Pantry and Kitchen area on a rotating basis with other AP team members. Compliance Assistance Provide support to the Compliance Department as needed, helping maintain up‑to‑date records and documentation. General Accounting and Administrative Support Maintain various accounting schedules, including: Fleet Schedule: Support the Fleet Manager with vehicle IDs, maintenance tracking, and related documentation. Fuel Schedule: Maintain fuel tracking and reconciliation schedules. Other miscellaneous accounting schedules as assigned. Provide front desk coverage as needed, including: Greeting visitors and answering incoming calls. Sorting, distributing, and processing incoming and outgoing mail. Requirements 3+ years of accounting, payroll, or related experience, preferably within the construction or electrical contracting industry. Working knowledge of Certified Payroll and prevailing wage requirements, including experience with platforms such as LCP Tracker and the California DIR system. Proficiency in Accounts Payable processes, including invoice entry, coding, and vendor management. Familiarity with multi-union payroll and fringe benefit reporting is highly preferred. Strong understanding of accounting principles and payroll laws/regulations. High degree of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail in a fast‑paced environment. Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing workloads. Strong communication and teamwork skills, with a positive and professional attitude. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word) and capable of learning new accounting software systems quickly. Competitive compensation packages Medical and Dental Benefits Basic Life Insurance Long Term Disability Insurance Flexible Spending Account Wellness Program 401‑K Plan that matches up to $6,000 per employee annually 8 paid holidays Your birthday as a paid holiday 3-4 weeks paid vacation/personal time off depending on years of employment Equal Employment Opportunity Morrow-Meadows Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. The compensation range for this position is: $25.00-$38.00/hour. Compensation offered may vary based on work location, experience, qualifications, specialty, training, and market and business considerations, among other factors. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. #J-18808-Ljbffr