We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for construction-related work in Jackson, Michigan. This is a Contract position focused on delivering accurate weekly payroll, union reporting, and certified payroll documentation while meeting strict compliance timelines. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, experience with multi-state payroll processing, and the ability to manage recurring deadlines in a fast-paced office environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage weekly payroll for construction personnel, ensuring earnings, overtime, incentive pay, deductions, and garnishments are calculated correctly.
• Coordinate payroll processing across multiple states while following applicable wage, tax, and labor regulations.
• Prepare and submit certified payroll documentation each week to satisfy prevailing wage and project compliance requirements.
• Complete union reporting and arrange fringe benefit remittances with a high level of accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain organized payroll files, employee compensation records, tax details, and related compliance documents.
• Reconcile payroll information and research discrepancies to confirm data integrity and completeness.
• Produce payroll support schedules, compliance records, and audit-related reporting as needed.
• Assist with additional accounting and administrative tasks, including bookkeeping support, when business needs require it.