Certified Payroll Officer Position Available In Allegheny, Pennsylvania

Description We are looking for an experienced Certified Payroll individual to join our team in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This contract to hire position focuses on ensuring smooth payroll operations for our projects while maintaining strict compliance with prevailing wage laws. The ideal candidate will bring exceptional organizational skills and a deep understanding of payroll systems and reporting requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Process payroll in accordance with prevailing wage laws and certified payroll reporting standards.
• Prepare and submit accurate certified payroll reports for government-funded projects.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Maintain detailed and accurate payroll records for auditing and compliance purposes.
• Address payroll discrepancies by collaborating with HR and accounting teams.
• Support audits and compliance reviews by providing necessary documentation and expertise.
• Manage employee benefits deductions and ensure proper documentation of hours worked.
• Work closely with HR and finance teams to resolve compensation and benefits-related issues. Requirements
• Certified Payroll expertise (CPP) designation is preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in payroll processing.
• Strong knowledge of prevailing wage laws and certified payroll practices.
• Proficiency in payroll systems, including Acumatica and SAP.
• Advanced skills in Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Excellent organizational and analytical abilities.
• Experience preparing payroll reports for public works projects.

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