Certified Payroll Specialist

Certified Payroll SpecialistJob Title: Certified Payroll SpecialistLocation: Jurupa Valley, CA (Fully Onsite) Pay: $30-34/hour Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire Start Date: ASAPPosition OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Certified Payroll Specialist to support a high-volume, fast-paced environment within the construction industry. This role will be responsible for full-cycle payroll processing with a strong focus on certified payroll and prevailing wage compliance across multiple states.Key ResponsibilitiesPayroll ProcessingAdminister full-cycle, multi-state payroll for 600–700 employeesAudit automated and manual timecards for accuracy prior to processingCalculate wages, tax withholdings, deductions, bonuses, and union fringesProcess terminations, manual checks, and payroll adjustments as neededExport and import timecard data between timekeeping and payroll systemsReview and enter labor allocations reported on timecardsRespond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, deductions, and discrepanciesCertified Payroll & CompliancePrepare and submit certified payroll reports in compliance with federal, state, and local prevailing wage lawsEnsure timely and accurate submission of contractual and compliance-related payroll documentationUpload certified payroll and compliance documentation into project tracking systemsReview initial job packets for prevailing wage and certified payroll requirementsProcess and review subcontractor certified payroll documentationMaintain compliance with union and non-union payroll regulationsProcess monthly union fringe reports for paymentReporting & CoordinationCollaborate with internal teams including HR, accounting, and project management to ensure accurate payroll dataCoordinate with external stakeholders such as general contractors, subcontractors, unions, and government agenciesAssist with month-end and year-end payroll processing, reporting, and reconciliationsMaintain accurate payroll records and support audits as neededEnsure confidentiality of employee and payroll informationQualifications• Strong knowledge of certified payroll and prevailing wage requirements • Experience with union and non-union payroll environments • Current knowledge of federal and state wage and hour laws and payroll taxation • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills