Payroll Specialist

LHH Recruitment Solutions; Rocklin (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions in Rocklin, CA is seeking a payroll professional for a role focused on certified payroll in a fast-paced, family-oriented environment. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience with prevailing wage projects and LCPtracker proficiency.

The position emphasizes accurate reporting, audit readiness, and close collaboration with project managers, accounting, subcontractors, and government agencies to maintain strict payroll compliance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience processing certified payroll for construction or public works.
• Strong proficiency with LCPtracker.
• Extensive knowledge of California DIR, prevailing wage laws, and public works compliance.
• Experience with labor compliance reporting, apprentice tracking, and fringe benefit calculations.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly certified payroll for multiple prevailing wage projects.
• Prepare, review, and submit certified payroll reports through LCPtracker and other owner-required platforms.
• Manage compliance with California DIR requirements.
• Review and validate prevailing wage classifications, fringe benefits, and apprentice requirements.
• Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation for audits and client requests.
• Coordinate with project managers, accounting teams, subcontractors, and government agencies regarding payroll compliance matters.
• Monitor labor compliance requirements, wage determinations, and legislative updates.
• Assist with certified payroll audits, owner requests, and agency inquiries.
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies, worker classifications, and wage-related issues.
• Ensure timely submission of labor compliance documentation, DAS forms, and related reporting.

Skills

Certified payroll

LCPtracker

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

LCPtracker

Job description

Do you have at least 5 years of payroll experience specializing in certified payroll? Do you want to work with a great family organization with great work-life balance? We are looking for a payroll professional for a new job opportunity in Rocklin, CA. The ideal candidate will have at strong certified payroll experience, be able to handle complex work, and be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly certified payroll for multiple prevailing wage projects.
• Prepare, review, and submit certified payroll reports through LCPtracker and other owner-required platforms.
• Manage compliance with California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) requirements.
• Review and validate prevailing wage classifications, fringe benefits, and apprentice requirements.
• Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation for audits and client requests.
• Coordinate with project managers, accounting teams, subcontractors, and government agencies regarding payroll compliance matters.
• Monitor labor compliance requirements, wage determinations, and legislative updates.
• Assist with certified payroll audits, owner requests, and agency inquiries.
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies, worker classifications, and wage-related issues.
• Ensure timely submission of labor compliance documentation, DAS forms, and related reporting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience processing certified payroll for construction or public works projects.
• Strong proficiency with LCPtracker.
• Extensive knowledge of California DIR, prevailing wage laws, and public works compliance.
• Experience with labor compliance reporting, apprentice tracking, and fringe benefit calculations.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll software systems.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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