Certified Payroll Specialist

Remote Payroll Specialist

We are looking for a remote Payroll Specialist with Certified Payroll experience to immediately join a construction-focused organization in Texas on a contract to permanent basis. This position is ideal for a payroll specialist who can manage certified payroll activities with accuracy and confidence while supporting compliance across public-sector projects. The role will focus on weekly reporting, payroll adjustments, and employee-related payroll documentation in a high-volume environment.

Responsibilities:

• Process certified payroll entries accurately for federal, state, and municipal construction projects.
• Prepare and examine weekly certified payroll reports to confirm compliance with applicable wage and labor requirements.
• Administer payroll garnishments and ensure deductions are applied correctly and on time.
• Enter and maintain employee pay rate changes, including increases, within the payroll system.
• Complete employment verification requests while protecting confidential employee information.
• Support multi-state payroll operations for a workforce of more than 500 employees.
• Use ADP Workforce Now to maintain payroll records, process updates, and resolve payroll-related issues.
• Review payroll data for accuracy and address discrepancies before final submission.