# US Payroll Specialist - Company: [Delplayagroup]() - Location: Philippines - Remote: Yes - Team: Accounting & Finance - Employment type: Full Time - Posted: August 5, 2026 ## Job description The Company Del Playa Group (DPG) is a U.S.-based professional services firm specializing in accounting, finance and audit solutions for businesses and CPA firms. We help clients expand capacity, strengthen controls, and elevate performance by offering three pillars: fractional CFO advisory, top offshore talent, and transformative technology. Headquartered in Orange County, California, our mission at DPG is simple: “Help accounting and finance teams do more with less, without compromising quality and control.” The Role We're seeking a highly motivated **U.S. Payroll Specialist**, specializing in **U.S.** **labor compliance** and **prevailing wage regulations**. The U.S. Payroll Specialist is responsible for ensuring accurate and compliant payroll processing for projects governed by prevailing wage laws. This role focuses on certified payroll reporting, **prevailing wage compliance**, and ensuring **adherence to U.S. Federal, State, and local labor regulations**. Key Responsibilities **Certified Payroll & Compliance** * Review weekly certified payroll for employees on prevailing wage projects, verifying accuracy in wage determinations, fringe benefit allocations, and overtime calculations * Maintain up-to-date knowledge of U.S. federal (IRA), state, and local prevailing wage laws * Ensure accurate tracking and reporting of fringe benefits to meet prevailing wage requirements * Respond promptly to payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries regarding wages, deductions, and benefits **Certified Payroll Reporting** * Verify compliance with reporting requirements, including worker classifications, hours worked, and applicable wage rates * Maintain organized and detailed records of all certified payroll submissions for audits and client requests * Support internal and external audits by preparing and providing required documentation and reports **Collaboration & Communication** * Collaborate with compliance managers, project managers, and accounting teams to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing * Communicate effectively with contractors, subcontractors, and clients to resolve payroll or reporting-related issues * Participate in cross-departmental meetings to align payroll practices with project and compliance goals Skills and Knowledge * Comprehensive knowledge of **prevailing U.S. wage laws**, certified payroll requirements, and labor regulations is **a plus but not required** * Proficiency in certified payroll systems (e.g., LCPtracker, eMars, or similar) is a plus but not required * Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis * Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities * Strong command of both verbal and written communication in English Minimum Qualifications * Bachelor’s degree in accounting, law, or related field (preferred) * 5–10+ years’ experience with **U.S. payroll**, preferably as it relates to **labor compliance** and **prevailing wage regulations** within the **construction**,staffing, or **government contracting industries** (a plus but not required) * Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment * Ability to work in U.S. hours (Eastern / Pacific Time) Location: Remote ## Apply [Apply on Delplayagroup]() Canonical job page: