Certified Payroll Specialist

About the role

The Certified Payroll Specialist position at Garney 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.

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.

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.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in payroll administration, preferably in a construction industry setting.
• Knowledge of prevailing wage laws, labor classifications, and fringe benefit requirements.
• Experience with payroll software and systems.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and payroll reporting systems.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to interpret labor compliance regulations and contract requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong time management and multitasking abilities.
• 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.

Benefits

• Salary Range: $80,000 - $85,000 / Yr
• 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

Contact Us

To apply for this position, please click APPLY NOW to submit your application. For more information or to ask questions, email recruiter@garney.com and include the job location and requisition ID (listed below the job title at the top of the page) to ensure a prompt response. Please note that email inquiries are not a substitute for submitting an application. All openings listed are currently accepting candidates.