Certified Payroll Specialist at Bauer Foundation

BAUER Foundation Corp. (BFC) is a Florida corporation and the U.S. subsidiary of the world-wide operating BAUER Group based in Schrobenhausen, Germany. The BAUER Group is a world renowned foundation contractor, designer and builder of the world's finest foundation equipment.

BAUER Foundation Corp. as part of the BAUER construction division, is a leader in the execution of complex excavation pits, ground improvement, deep foundations and vertical seals, utilizing the most up to date equipment and installation techniques. BAUER Foundation Corp. provides all types of foundation solutions and services for industrial, commercial, residential and governmental construction projects. BAUER Foundation Corp. promotes BAUER services and technology throughout the entire United States.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the HR Manager, the Certified Payroll Specialist is responsible for ensuring that all certified payroll and prevailing wage requirements are processed and reported in accordance with Federal, State, and local laws and in compliance with customer contracts. This position will support and back-up the payroll function.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Responsibilities of this Position:

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local prevailing wage laws as well as with contractual obligations relating to certified payroll; including responding to auditor or compliance officer questions and document requests as necessary.

Review job startup packages for certified payroll and prevailing wage requirements. Work with project managers and customer and subcontractor compliance officers to ensure that all job and/or subcontractor startup paperwork is completed and submitted timely and accurately prior to job start date.

Coordinate and interface with both internal and external personnel as necessary to ensure an in-compliance status on all company jobs; including but not limited to customers, general contractors, subcontractors, government agencies, labor unions, etc.

Responsible for calculation of the company's prevailing wage rates, fringe benefits and compliance with wage determination letters in a multi-location environment.

Submit and/or upload compliance documentation to Labor Compliance Programs, or other similar agency or customer specific payroll tracking systems.

Perform all payroll reporting, filing, maintenance, and/or data entry of payroll compliance related documentation.

Analyzing current certified payroll policies and procedures and recommend best practices for efficiency and accuracy. Develop and document processes.

Assist with research of federal, state, and contract specific requirements for the company for bid preparations relating to payroll, prevailing wage, living wage and other payroll law.

Manage Department of Labor and client certified payroll audits.

Perform audits of subcontractor certified payroll submissions.

Support and back-up the payroll function.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Above average skills using MS Excel

A problem-solving self-starter with the ability work independently within a team of professionals.

Operate with a high degree of confidentiality.

Reliable attention to detail and complete commitment to the quality of work performed.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative.

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Willingness to work overtime as needed.

Education and Experience:

Preferably 3+ years of relevant experience in multi-state, prevailing wage rate and certified payroll environment.

Bachelor's Degree preferred, however, experience in lieu of a degree will be considered.

CPP/FPC certification or equivalent preferred

Construction or engineering industry experience a plus

Must possess a thorough knowledge of Federal (David Bacon Act) and State prevailing wage laws, calculating, validating, and reporting prevailing wage rates, fringe benefits and certified payroll hours.

Paylocity knowledge a plus

Above average skills using MS Excel

A problem-solving self-starter with the ability work independently within a team of professionals.

Operate with a high degree of confidentiality.

Reliable attention to detail and complete commitment to the quality of work performed.

Willingness to work overtime as needed.

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Compensation and benefits

Competitive salary; exact compensation commensurate with experience.Benefits offered: health insurance, life insurance, 401(k) plan with employer match, parental leave, tuition assistance, paid holidays and vacation.

BAUER Foundation Corp. is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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