Payroll & Labor Compliance Auditor

Payroll & Labor Compliance Auditor

Remote
Travel: Up to 15%
Reports To: Compliance Manager

Overview

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and highly analytical Payroll & Labor Compliance Auditor to support labor compliance across renewable energy projects. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring adherence to prevailing wage laws, apprenticeship requirements, and project-specific contractual obligations, including those tied to Inflation Reduction Act initiatives.

This is a high-visibility role responsible for auditing contractor-submitted data, validating certified payroll, and serving as a key point of contact for compliance-related matters. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in payroll auditing, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to translate complex compliance requirements into actionable insights.

Key Responsibilities

• Audit contractor-submitted data related to prevailing wage and apprenticeship compliance
• Review certified payroll reports to verify wage rates, fringe benefit contributions, and labor classifications
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and project-specific requirements, including tax credit and contract stipulations
• Identify discrepancies, conduct root cause analysis, and document findings with clear corrective action recommendations
• Prepare and present detailed audit reports to internal stakeholders and senior leadership
• Maintain and update compliance dashboards, tracking project-level audit status and key metrics
• Facilitate recurring meetings to communicate audit progress, risks, and compliance status
• Serve as the primary point of contact for labor compliance inquiries across assigned projects
• Gather, organize, and maintain certified payroll and supporting documentation for audit readiness
• Collaborate cross-functionally with project teams, contractors, and compliance stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in payroll administration, auditing, or labor compliance
• Experience with prevailing wage laws, apprenticeship requirements, or Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) compliance strongly preferred
• Hands-on experience with certified payroll processes and documentation
• Familiarity with LCP Tracker (LPC Tracker) or similar compliance tracking systems preferred

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Advanced proficiency with data systems and reporting tools
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present to leadership
• Self-starter mindset with the ability to work independently in a remote setting