Certified Payroll Specialist

Garney Construction • Temecula, CA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Payroll Specialist serves as a key member of the payroll compliance team, ensuring accurate and compliant administration of certified payroll programs for public and private projects subject to prevailing wage requirements. This position is responsible for interpreting labor compliance regulations, conducting audits, preparing and reviewing certified payroll reports, and addressing complex compliance matters on projects requiring advanced knowledge of prevailing wage laws, labor classifications, fringe benefits, apprenticeship requirements, and union agreements. The Specialist partners with internal and external stakeholders to mitigate risk, maintain regulatory compliance matters, resolves payroll discrepancies and support the successful execution of company projects while providing guidance and support to Certified Payroll Coordinators.

Requirements

• Advanced knowledge of certified payroll administration, prevailing wage regulations, labor classifications, and fringe benefit requirements.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to evaluate complex payroll and compliance issues.
• Ability to interpret labor compliance regulations, contract requirements, and wage determinations.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, reporting requirements, and compliance deadlines simultaneously.
• Ability to investigate, analyze, and resolve payroll compliance discrepancies.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to explain complex compliance concepts to various audiences.
• Strong auditing and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll reporting systems.
• Ability to work independently and make sound compliance-related decisions within established guidelines.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive payroll, compensation, compliance, audit, and employee information.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on increasing efficiency and reporting accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and submit certified payroll reports in accordance with federal, state, local, and contractual requirements.
• Validate labor classifications, wage determinations, fringe benefit calculations, and apprenticeship requirements.
• Ensure payroll reporting accuracy and compliance across assigned projects.
• Interpret labor compliance regulations, prevailing wage requirements, and contract specifications.
• Investigate and resolve payroll and compliance discrepancies.
• Analyze complex payroll records and supporting documentation.
• Conduct compliance audits of payroll records and subcontractor reporting.
• Identify compliance risks and recommend corrective actions.
• Support regulatory reviews and agency inquiries.
• Manage a portfolio of certified payroll and compliance projects.
• Partner with project teams to ensure timely submission of required information.
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting accuracy and efficiency.
• Assist with development of compliance procedures and best practices.

Benefits

• Free medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans ($0 premiums)
• Virtual doctor visits with no co-pay
• Shares of company stock at no cost starting your first day
• 401(k) plan with a 3.5% match
• Student loan resources
• Weekly paychecks
• Paid time off
• 8 paid holidays
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a lump sum and matching contributions
• Free life insurance and disability policy
• Free access to healthcare coordinators
• Counseling sessions with mental health professionals at no cost
• Access to consultations with legal and financial professionals at no cost
• Free programs assisting with weight loss, maternity health, prescriptions for chronic conditions, and more
• 50% employee discount in the Garney apparel store

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed