Payroll Wage Specialist

Position Overview

4 Corner Resources is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist with hands-on experience in certified payroll, prevailing wage compliance, and multi state payroll processing. This role requires direct knowledge of the Davis Bacon Act and state specific prevailing wage requirements, including preparing, reviewing, and submitting Certified Payroll Reports (CPRs).

The ideal candidate has managed payroll compliance across multiple states and is comfortable supporting both union and non union workforces. This is an opportunity supporting 300+ active certified payroll projects, requiring strong attention to detail, organization, and the ability to manage multiple reporting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and submit weekly Certified Payroll Reports (CPRs) across multiple states in compliance with federal, state, and local prevailing wage requirements
• Review CPR documentation, including Statements of Compliance, Wage and Hour Records, Deduction Records, and Fringe Benefit Records
• Ensure dates, signatures, employee classifications, project information, and supporting documentation are complete and compliant
• Verify employee pay based on applicable wage determinations, job classifications, fringe benefits, union requirements, and locality specific wage tables
• Audit payroll calculations, including project gross wages, weekly gross wages, approved deductions, fringe benefits, and net pay
• Research and resolve discrepancies, including missing payrolls, interview findings, proof of payment requests, and employee verification issues
• Manage reporting requirements and deadlines across 300+ active certified payroll projects
• Utilize certified payroll reporting systems such as LCPtracker, AASHTOWare, SkillSmart, DocExpress, eMars, Elations, and other state specific platforms
• Utilize Dayforce for payroll processing and reporting as the organization transitions to the platform
• Partner with internal teams, subcontractors, and compliance agencies to resolve issues and ensure timely, accurate submissions

Qualifications

• Hands on experience preparing and submitting Certified Payroll Reports across multiple states
• Strong knowledge of Davis Bacon Act requirements and state prevailing wage laws
• Hands on experience processing payroll for union and non union workforces
• Experience using electronic certified payroll reporting systems such as LCPtracker, AASHTOWare, SkillSmart, DocExpress, eMars, Elations, or similar platforms
• Ability to interpret wage determinations, job classifications, fringe benefit requirements, project specifications, and applicable regulations
• Proven ability to manage a high volume of certified payroll projects while balancing multiple deadlines and priorities
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify, research, and resolve payroll discrepancies
• Minimum of 2 years of payroll, certified payroll, or related administrative experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• High school diploma or GED required
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record required