Sr. Payroll Specialist

Our client, a growing organization with a complex, multi-state footprint, is seeking a Senior Payroll Specialist to support their payroll operations. This role is heavily focused on certified payroll and prevailing wage compliance , making it a great fit for someone with experience in regulated or project-based environments. This temp to hire role offers $38-$43 per hour based on experience.
What You'll Be Doing

• Process multi-state payroll across various pay cycles, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Prepare and review certified payroll reports and supporting documentation
• Interpret and apply prevailing wage requirements , including proper classifications and fringe calculations
• Support payroll audits by reviewing timecards, payroll registers, and compliance documentation
• Reconcile discrepancies and partner with internal teams to resolve issues efficiently
• Maintain detailed payroll records and assist with reporting and process improvements

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of payroll experience , with a strong focus on certified payroll and/or prevailing wage environments
• Hands-on experience with multi-state payroll processing
• Solid understanding of prevailing wage (Davis-Bacon preferred) and compliance requirements
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now strongly preferred
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs)
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Nice-to-Have

• CPP or FPC certification
• Background in construction, manufacturing, or other project-driven industries
• Experience supporting audits or working with compliance-heavy payroll environments

Pay Details: $38.00 to $44.00 per hour
Search managed by: Crystal Molis
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
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