CERTIFIED PAYROLL SPECIALIST

Meruelo Enterprises located in the city of Downey, CA is looking for a Certified Payroll Specialist to timely process company Certified Payroll Reports, monthly union trust fund reports and comply with all governmental and union regulations.

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Manage reporting accounts with: LCP tracker, PRISM, e-MARS, OCPS, DIR, etc.
• Prepares, reviews and verifies payroll records, benefit statements, employer training contributions, and apprenticeship paperwork to determine compliance with applicable rules and regulations.
• Submit and monitor weekly submissions on each project for all companies.
• Review/analyze each certified payroll record to ensure our company and all subcontractors are meeting compliance before submission.
• Ensure all subcontractors are meeting each project requirement.
• Identify and track discrepancies and create solutions to avoid issues in the future.
• Ensure all new hires are complying with Skilled Workforce Requirements.
• All necessary preconstruction documents: DBE Forms, DAS-140, DAS-142, Fringe Benefit Statements, etc., to ensure that we are fully compliant before the start of all projects
• Submission of monthly reports (OCIP, CCIP, etc.).
• Proactively interface with project managers, vendors and subcontractors regarding job contracts to ensure payments are not held up by outstanding compliance.
• Communicate with Project Managers regarding non-compliant subcontractors.
• Ensure we and all subcontractors are complying with all project requirements based on the job-specific work orders/subcontracts issued by the operations team.
• Manage internal audits of projects to ensure all subcontractors are complying with project requirements.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience implementing and monitoring a labor compliance program.
• Must have experience with prevailing wage enforcement, analysis, and auditing skills.
• Experience with Spectrum or related payroll software.
• Proficient in state and federal labor laws, Wage and Hours regulations, and Union policies.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word/Excel, Adobe, Blue Beam.
• Experience with construction payroll, Prevailing Wage rules and regulations, DIR and Federal project requirements.
• Knowledge of California State & Federal labor laws and Union Signatory agreements.

SKILLS, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Ability to multi-task, prioritize duties, manage workflow, and work independently.
• Able to adjust priorities on short notice, manage interruptions and work well under pressure.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of the organization.
• Works well in a team environment as well as independently.
• Ability to accurately enter data and perform mathematical calculations.
• Ability to interpret complex information appropriate and effectively.
• Possess a high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive matters and confidential situations.
• Ability to deal with all levels of government and agency personnel.
• Office Environment, temperature-controlled office; noise level in work environment is low.
• Extensive sitting at desk and computer; some standing, bending at the waist, stooping, and reaching required; ability to lift 5-20 pounds occasionally.
• Efficiently operate computer, calculator, copier, scanner, fax and other business office equipment.

Meruelo Enterprises offers a competitive pay and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and 401k.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by employees assigned to this position. This description assists in ADA compliance, and is not intended for any other purpose such as compensation. All employees must comply with company policies and applicable laws. Management retains the right to assign additional duties periodically and the discretion to add or change the duties of this position any time. Doty Bros. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.