Payroll Assistant (Part-Time)

We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Assistant to support our construction operations, with a focus on understanding Certified Payroll requirements. This remote, part-time position is essential for ensuring accurate and timely processing and reporting of payroll, particularly for projects involving prevailing wages and government funding.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

(Management may adjust duties as needed)

· Process weekly payroll for field employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.

· Manage and submit Certified Payroll Reports (CPRs), including federal (WH-347) and state forms, in line with prevailing wage requirements.

· Analyze and report on fringe benefits for the field team to meet prevailing wage standards and for internal cost tracking.

· Ensure accurate recording of job details, project locations, and applicable wage rates.

· Regularly review payroll records and job site information to identify and correct any errors.

· Track and maintain important documents related to compliance, such as wage determinations and subcontractor certifications.

· Assist with the onboarding of new field employees, ensuring correct wage classifications and project assignments.

· Work with project managers, subcontractors, and HR to ensure timely submission of necessary paperwork and tracking of project labor.

· Respond to inquiries about payroll practices, documentation, and compliance from auditors, regulatory bodies, and internal teams.

· Assist in preparing for and responding to payroll audits and inspections.

· Generate internal reports and analyses related to field labor costs and benefit usage.

· Stay informed about changes in labor laws and prevailing wage rules.

· Perform other assigned duties.

Requirements

· Associate’s degree in business administration, Finance, or a related field preferred.

· Minimum of 2 years of payroll experience, within the construction industry and with some exposure to Certified Payroll or prevailing wages.

· Familiarity with multi-state payroll is a plus.

· Knowledge of certified prevailing wage rates for different municipalities OR a good understanding of how to complete federal and state payroll forms related to prevailing wages.

· Comfortable using payroll systems and construction software (e.g., LCPtracker, Procore, or similar).

· Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint at an intermediate level.

· Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.

· Good communication and time management skills.

Monday to Friday, 9:00 PM – 2:00 AM PHT (Philippine Time).

Job Type: Part time

Work set-up: WFH