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CDM Smith is seeking a Certified Payroll Specialist to join our Corporate Payroll Team. Under limited direction, audits the organization's union and craft payroll accurately and on time and in accordance with union rules, or state and federal government rules and regulations, including in accordance with the Davis Bacon Act.
**This role offers Hybrid Work Options and requires the individual to be in the CDM Smith office 2-3 days a week.
Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Directly resolve inquiries & service tickets from union and craft employees.
• Administer the Points North Certified Payroll system, including uploading hours from Oracle Projects, adding new projects that require Certified Payroll reporting, and correctly reporting employee craft and union classifications.
• Develop and maintain extensive excel spreadsheets to calculate wage rates for prevailing wage projects.
• Track Davis Bacon projects and calculate prevailing wage rates and fringe amounts to be paid out to employees. Communicate those amounts to payroll.
• Track Union employee hires and updates, classification levels, maintain vacation and dues and report and process of union dues payments in accordance with union deadlines.
• Perform other ad hoc analysis and duties as required.
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Minimum Qualifications
• Associate's degree.
• 4 years of related experience.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
Preferred Qualifications
• Labor Union, Prevailing Wage experience highly preferred.
• Experience in the Construction industry highly preferred.
• Experience with Oracle, OTL Timekeeping, Oracle Projects.
• Experience with 3rd Party Certified Payroll software such as Points North.
• Knowledge of the Davis Bacon Act.
EEO Statement
We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.
Why CDM Smith?
Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here!
Join Us! CDM Smith - where amazing career journeys unfold.
Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it's a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.
Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.
Agency Disclaimer
All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.
Skills and Abilities
• Payroll experience including experience with Certified Payroll.
• Experience dealing with Unions and California labor law.
• Working knowledge of payroll tax rules and benefit impacts.
• Excellent computer skills using ADP payroll system as well as proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
• Organizational skills to balance and prioritize work.
• Good communication skills to interface with company employees or outside vendors.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
Background Check and Drug Testing Information
CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as "CDM Smith") reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.
CDM Smith is seeking a Certified Payroll Specialist to join our Corporate Payroll Team. Under limited direction, audits the organization's union and craft payroll accurately and on time and in accordance with union rules, or state and federal government rules and regulations, including in accordance with the Davis Bacon Act.
**This role offers Hybrid Work Options and requires the individual to be in the CDM Smith office 2-3 days a week.
Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Directly resolve inquiries & service tickets from union and craft employees.
• Administer the Points North Certified Payroll system, including uploading hours from Oracle Projects, adding new projects that require Certified Payroll reporting, and correctly reporting employee craft and union classifications.
• Develop and maintain extensive excel spreadsheets to calculate wage rates for prevailing wage projects.
• Track Davis Bacon projects and calculate prevailing wage rates and fringe amounts to be paid out to employees. Communicate those amounts to payroll.
• Track Union employee hires and updates, classification levels, maintain vacation and dues and report and process of union dues payments in accordance with union deadlines.
• Perform other ad hoc analysis and duties as required.
#LI-LP1
#LI-HYBRID
Minimum Qualifications
• Associate's degree.
• 4 years of related experience.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
Preferred Qualifications
• Labor Union, Prevailing Wage experience highly preferred.
• Experience in the Construction industry highly preferred.
• Experience with Oracle, OTL Timekeeping, Oracle Projects.
• Experience with 3rd Party Certified Payroll software such as Points North.
• Knowledge of the Davis Bacon Act.
EEO Statement
We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.
Why CDM Smith?
Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here!
Join Us! CDM Smith - where amazing career journeys unfold.
Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it's a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.
Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.
Agency Disclaimer
All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.
Skills and Abilities
• Payroll experience including experience with Certified Payroll.
• Experience dealing with Unions and California labor law.
• Working knowledge of payroll tax rules and benefit impacts.
• Excellent computer skills using ADP payroll system as well as proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
• Organizational skills to balance and prioritize work.
• Good communication skills to interface with company employees or outside vendors.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
Background Check and Drug Testing Information
CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as "CDM Smith") reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.
