Our client is seeking an experienced Certified Payroll Specialist to support payroll compliance for an ongoing construction project. This role will focus on preparing and managing certified payroll reports, ensuring compliance with federal and state prevailing wage regulations, and coordinating payroll documentation for project stakeholders.
Certified payroll reporting is required on many government-funded construction projects to confirm workers are paid the correct prevailing wage rates and classifications.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and submit weekly certified payroll reports for the project.
- Review employee classifications, wage determinations, fringe benefits, and overtime calculations.
- Collect and review subcontractor certified payroll submissions and follow up on discrepancies.
- Maintain project payroll documentation including Statements of Compliance and supporting records.
- Coordinate with accounting, payroll, HR, and project management teams to resolve payroll issues.
- Support internal and external payroll compliance audits.
- Track project labor hours and ensure accurate reporting by job classification.
- Maintain organized records for government agencies and project stakeholders.
Certified payroll specialists commonly process weekly reports verifying workers are paid correctly and review subcontractor payroll submissions for compliance.
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