Certified Payroll Compliance Specialist

Location: Fresno, CA
Job Type: Full-Time, Onsite
Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

About the Opportunity

Ultimate Staffing is partnering with a well-established construction industry client seeking a Certified Payroll Compliance Specialist. This position plays a vital role in ensuring compliance with California Prevailing Wage regulations, Federal Davis-Bacon requirements, and Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) guidelines. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and experienced in certified payroll administration and prevailing wage compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Review subcontractor certified payroll reports to ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and project-specific requirements.
• Prepare and maintain accurate in-house certified payroll reports using payroll and compliance software.
• Submit certified payroll reports through compliance platforms, including DIR, LCPtracker, and other required systems.
• Prepare and submit pre-job compliance documentation, including DAS 140 and DAS 142 forms.
• Provide guidance and support to project managers regarding prevailing wage requirements, subcontractor compliance, and required documentation.
• Communicate directly with subcontractors to ensure understanding of project-specific certified payroll and reporting obligations.
• Coordinate with third-party labor compliance firms and respond to payroll-related requests for information (RFIs).
• Conduct routine audits of project payroll records to identify and resolve compliance issues and minimize organizational risk.
• Assist in implementing corrective actions and maintaining accurate compliance records.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with certified payroll, prevailing wage compliance, and Davis-Bacon requirements.
• Strong understanding of California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) regulations.
• Experience working with LCPtracker or similar labor compliance software preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in recordkeeping and reporting.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

Benefits

• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance

Compensation

Pay will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Ultimate Staffing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.