Payroll Supervisor​/Manager

Payroll Supervisor/Manager

We are looking for an experienced Payroll Supervisor/Manager to lead certified payroll operations for construction projects in Mississippi. This long-term contract position calls for someone who can manage complex prevailing wage payroll requirements, maintain strict compliance, and provide dependable oversight across the payroll process. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills, sound analytical judgment, and a deep understanding of certified payroll reporting, contract interpretation, and invoice alignment.

Responsibilities:

• Direct certified payroll activities from initial setup through final submission for construction work governed by federal, state, and local prevailing wage rules.
• Examine contracts, bid packages, and labor compliance instructions to establish payroll requirements, reporting expectations, and project-specific configurations.
• Validate wage determinations, hourly rates, and fringe benefit treatment to ensure payroll calculations meet contractual and regulatory standards.
• Review payroll output and compliance reports generated through payroll systems, resolving discrepancies before filings or contractor invoicing are completed.
• Approve certified payroll submissions only after confirming accuracy, completeness, and consistency with labor classifications and project terms.
• Reconcile payroll records with contractor invoices and supporting documentation to confirm billed labor costs are properly supported.
• Serve as the internal resource on certified payroll practices, offering guidance to leadership and answering operational questions from staff and contractors.
• Lead, train, and mentor team members on prevailing wage requirements, certified payroll procedures, and quality control expectations.
• Support audit activity by organizing records, explaining payroll decisions, and providing documentation tied to compliance reviews.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen payroll workflows, improve reporting accuracy, and enhance ongoing compliance controls.