Labor Compliance Associate

Mace; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Mace is seeking a payroll and compliance specialist to join our consult business in the United States. You will review certified payroll, verify wage payments, and ensure adherence to Davis-Bacon and applicable labor regulations across projects.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s degree in business or related field, at least two years in labor oversight or payroll, and strong analytical skills. We support flexible and hybrid working arrangements where suitable.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with labor oversight, payroll, or finance.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Analytical skills and evaluation techniques.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail.
• Experience with B2Gnow and LCP Tracker payroll software preferred or familiarity with electronics payroll systems

Responsibilities

• Review certified payroll and workforce data to ensure compliance with Davis-Bacon, prevailing wage requirements, and applicable labor regulations.
• Verify correct payment of wages, overtime, shift differentials, holiday pay, and fringe benefits for workers, equipment operators, and forepersons.
• Review contractor Statements of Compliance, payroll records, sign-in sheets, and applicable wage determination schedules for accuracy and completeness.
• Verify apprentice registration, wage rates, and fringe benefits in accordance with USDOL or approved State apprenticeship program requirements.
• Identify and track compliance discrepancies, maintain the Pending Issues Log, and follow up with contractors on corrective actions and payroll revisions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Detail oriented

Communication skills

Multi-project management

Payroll systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, Public Administration, or related area

Equivalent experience

Tools

B2Gnow

LCP Tracker

Job description

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities, and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture, and priorities, visit our strategy site.

Within our consult business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project deliveryconsultancy to unlock the potential in every project.

You'll Be Responsible For

• Review certified payroll and workforce data to ensure compliance with Davis-Bacon, prevailing wage requirements, and applicable labor regulations.
• Verify correct payment of wages, overtime, shift differentials, holiday pay, and fringe benefits for workers, equipment operators, and forepersons.
• Review contractor Statements of Compliance, payroll records, sign-in sheets, and applicable wage determination schedules for accuracy and completeness.
• Verify apprentice registration, wage rates, and fringe benefits in accordance with USDOL or approved State apprenticeship program requirements.
• Identify and track compliance discrepancies, maintain the Pending Issues Log, and follow up with contractors on corrective actions and payroll revisions.

You’ll Need To Have

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Public Administration, or related area or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with labor oversight, payroll, or finance background.
• Detail-oriented and organized individuals strongly encouraged.
• Must possess analytical skills and evaluation techniques.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail.
• Experience with B2Gnow and LCP Tracker payroll software preferred or familiarity with electronics payroll systems

Note:

The estimated salary for this position is $90K. Starting salary may vary based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, skills and qualifications.

Our values

Safety first - Going home safe and well:

We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise:

We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.

Integrity - Always do the right thing:

We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel:

We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organization.

We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with-in the role.