Certified Payroll Specialist

Helix Traffic Solutions, LLC•Christiana, TN

51d

About The Position

The Certified Payroll Specialist serves as the primary authority for all Certified Payroll compliance matters across Superior Traffic Control’s multi-state operations. This role combines specialized expertise in prevailing wage requirements and certified payroll management to ensure organizational adherence to federal, state and local regulations.

Requirements

3-5+ years experience in certified payroll or related regulatory field
Demonstrated experience with prevailing wage requirements and Davis-Bacon Act compliance
Advanced knowledge of federal and state certified payroll laws
Proficiency in payroll systems (Dayforce preferred)
Strong communication, problem solving and analytical skills required
Ability to work independently and to adapt to fast changing environments
Proficiency in MS Office Suite, with advanced working knowledge of Excel

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration or related field preferred
Previous supervisory or team leadership experience preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure comprehensive compliance with federal, state and local legislation governing certified payroll across all operational territories
Interpret and implement current requirements, adapting organizational practices to meet evolving regulatory standards
Monitor and assess contractor and subcontractor adherence to applicable regulations and contractual compliance obligations
Validate and verify all certified payroll documentation meets prevailing wage standards and regulatory requirements
Coordinate timely submission of certified payroll reports to prime contractors, government entities and other regulatory bodies mandated
Oversee quality assurance processes for all certified payroll compliance documentation and submissions
Conduct thorough investigations into potential wage and hour compliance discrepancies or violations
Develop corrective action plans to address identified compliance gaps and prevent future occurrences
Collaborate with management teams to resolve complex compliance matters and mitigate organizational risk
Maintain professional correspondence with contractors, subcontractors, government agencies and regulatory bodies on all compliance-related matters
Support accounts receivable and contracts departments through professional communication regarding outstanding payment issues and compliance-related collection efforts
Establish and maintain comprehensive records systems for certified payroll reports, compliance investigations and audit documentation
Document and track Davis-Bacon non-compliance citations, remediation efforts and resolution outcomes
Ensure audit readiness through systematic record keeping and documentation management practices