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Certified Payroll Specialist

LHH US

Pasadena, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$35–$38 Per Hour
SKILLS
Collective Bargaining, Compensation and Benefits, Construction, Construction Accounting Software, Construction Projects, Cost Allocation, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Government Funding, Maintain Compliance, Organizational Skills, Payroll Accounting, Payroll Administration, Payroll Software/Services, Project/Program Management, Public Works, Record Keeping, Regulations, Time Management
LOCATION
Pasadena, CA
POSTED
Today
Certified Payroll Specialist - Construction

Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Certified Payroll Specialist with a strong background in the construction industry. This role is responsible for processing and submitting certified payroll reportsin compliance with federal, state, and local prevailing wage regulations. The ideal candidate brings a high level of accuracy, regulatory knowledge, and experience supporting public works and private construction projects.

Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare, review, and submit certified payroll reports in compliance with federal, state, and local prevailing wage requirements
  • Ensure compliance with DIR, Davis-Bacon Act, and applicable labor regulations
  • Process weekly construction payroll, including union and non-union employees
  • Maintain accurate records for wages, fringe benefits, classifications, and deductions
  • Verify employee work classifications, wage determinations, and job cost allocations
  • Coordinate and track labor compliance documentation, including statements of compliance
  • Respond to payroll audits and labor compliance inquiries from agencies and general contractors
  • Partner with HR, project managers, and accounting to resolve payroll discrepancies
  • Maintain confidentiality and adhere to internal controls and company policies
Required Qualifications
  • 3+ years of certified payroll experience in the construction industry
  • Strong knowledge of prevailing wage laws and certified payroll reporting
  • Experience supporting public works or government-funded projects
  • Proficiency with payroll systems and construction accounting software
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to meet strict deadlines in a compliance-driven environment
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience submitting certified payroll through DIR or similar platforms
  • Union payroll experience and familiarity with collective bargaining agreements
  • Intermediate Excel skills
Work Environment & Schedule
  • Based in Pasadena, CA
  • Onsite schedule
Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive compensation based on experience- $35-$38/hr
  • Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, and paid holidays
Pay Details: $35.00 to $36.00 per hour

Search managed by: Vanessa Krause

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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