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Description We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist with a strong background in prevailing wage compliance to join our team on a contract basis. This position is based in Vacaville, California, and requires expertise in managing payroll processes while adhering to prevailing wage laws at federal, state, and local levels. If you have excellent organizational skills and a keen eye for detail, this opportunity offers a chance to contribute to a dynamic and fast-growing company.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with prevailing wage laws and regulations at all governmental levels.

• Accurately process weekly payroll, considering prevailing wage rates, overtime, and fringe benefits.

• Review and verify employee timecards to ensure alignment with project-specific requirements.

• Maintain comprehensive records of hours worked, wages paid, and other payroll data to meet prevailing wage standards.

• Prepare and submit necessary reports to regulatory authorities, including prevailing wage documentation.

• Manage monthly contributions to training funds as required by state regulations.

• Handle monthly reporting obligations to ensure compliance with local requirements.

• Respond to regulatory requests and manage reporting forms required by builders or awarding entities.

• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure payroll processes run smoothly and meet compliance standards.

• Perform additional duties as assigned to support payroll operations. Requirements • Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with payroll software.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• High school diploma or equivalent education.

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in payroll processing, with a focus on prevailing wage compliance.

• In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local prevailing wage laws, including Davis-Bacon Act and California regulations.

• Experience with full-cycle payroll for multi-state operations and large employee bases.

• Familiarity with ADP Workforce Now or similar payroll systems is preferred.

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