Payroll Specialist

Job Title: Payroll Specialist (Temporary – 6 Month Contract)

Pay Range: $25–$30 per hour (based on experience)

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist for a 6-month temporary assignment in Boca Raton, FL. This role is responsible for managing full-cycle payroll processing while ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations. Strong experience with Davis-Bacon prevailing wage and certified payroll reporting is required.

• Process full-cycle weekly and/or biweekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees
• Ensure accuracy of timesheets, earnings, deductions, taxes, and garnishments
• Maintain payroll records in compliance with regulatory requirements
• Reconcile payroll reports and general ledger entries
• Coordinate payroll tax filings and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws
• Prepare payroll-related reports for management and audits
• Support year-end processing including W-2s and 1099s
• Serve as point of contact for payroll-related employee inquiries
• Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll information
• Process and submit certified payroll reports (WH-347) in compliance with Davis-Bacon and Related Acts (DBRA)
• Review wage determinations and ensure proper labor classifications
• Calculate and verify fringe benefits in accordance with prevailing wage requirements
• Maintain supporting documentation for labor compliance audits
• Coordinate with project managers and HR to ensure accurate job cost coding and wage compliance
• Monitor updates to wage determinations and regulatory changes

• 3–5+ years of payroll processing experience
• Proven experience with Davis-Bacon certified payroll (required)
• Experience in construction preferred
• Strong knowledge of payroll tax regulations and compliance
• Experience with payroll systems such as ADP, UKG, Paychex, or similar
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail