Certified Payroll Specialist

Superior Traffic Control, 116 Capital Way, Christiana, Tennessee, United States of America

Job Description

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 to participate in employer matching 401K

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