Certified Payroll Specialist

General Description
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.
Job 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
Education/Experience Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration or related field preferred
• 3-5+ years experience in certified payroll or related regulatory field
• Demonstrated experience with prevailing wage requirements and Davis-Bacon Act compliance
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience preferred
• 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
Compensation/Benefits Offered
• Rate based on experience
• Eligible for health insurance after 60 days
• Eligible to participate in employer matching 401K
• Paid Time Off accrual & Holiday Pay
• Company provided cell phone
• Advancement opportunities