Payroll & Certified Payroll Services

Accurate, compliant payroll—including specialized certified payroll, Davis-Bacon, and prevailing wage reporting for contractors and government-funded projects.

Payroll & Certified Payroll

What is certified payroll?

Certified payroll is a special weekly payroll report that contractors must submit on many government-funded construction projects, proving every worker was paid at least the required prevailing wage for their job classification. It's filed on federal form WH-347 with a signed Statement of Compliance—and getting it wrong can hold up your payments or trigger penalties.

Side By Side Financial provides full-service payroll plus certified payroll and Davis-Bacon compliance for contractors nationwide. We handle the wage calculations, fringe tracking, and weekly WH-347 filings so your projects stay compliant and your payments keep flowing. New to this? Read our full guide: Certified Payroll & Davis-Bacon Explained.

What's Included

Payroll that keeps you compliant

Full-Service Payroll

Payroll processing, direct deposit, pay stubs, and new-hire reporting—accurate and on time, every cycle.

Certified Payroll (WH-347)

Weekly certified payroll reports prepared and filed for public and government-funded projects.

Davis-Bacon & Prevailing Wage

Correct prevailing wage rates by classification and county, applied and documented every week.

Fringe Benefit Tracking

Fringe benefits calculated and reported correctly, whether paid as wages or into approved plans.

Payroll Tax Filing

Federal, state, and local payroll taxes deposited and filed, plus year-end W-2s and 1099s.

Multi-State & Commissions

Multi-state payroll and commission tracking for complex pay structures.

Who Needs It

Who needs to file certified payroll?

You generally need certified payroll if your business works on:

If your contract mentions Davis-Bacon, prevailing wage, or a wage determination number, certified payroll almost certainly applies. General contractors are also responsible for collecting compliant certified payroll from their subcontractors.

The WH-347

How the WH-347 certified payroll report works

Each week, for every worker on the project, the WH-347 records their classification, hours, pay rate, gross wages, deductions, net pay, and fringe benefits—signed with a Statement of Compliance certifying everyone was paid correctly. It's due weekly, and many agencies require a "no work" report even for weeks with no activity. We prepare, file, and track all of it for you.

Beyond Contractors

Reliable payroll for every industry

Our certified payroll expertise makes us a natural fit for construction, trades, and trucking—but we run accurate, compliant payroll for businesses in every industry we serve, from restaurants and retail to professional services and nonprofits.

Pricing

How much do certified payroll services cost?

Payroll pricing typically depends on how many employees you run and how often, plus whether you need certified payroll reporting on top of standard payroll. Certified payroll adds the weekly WH-347 filings and prevailing wage tracking, which is specialized work most general payroll providers don't handle well.

We price payroll transparently based on your team size and project requirements—and getting it right the first time is far cheaper than a compliance penalty or a held-up payment. Get an exact quote in your free consultation.

Who We Serve

Industries We Specialize In

Our certified payroll expertise makes us a natural fit for construction, trades, and trucking—but we run reliable payroll for every industry we serve.

Construction
Trades & Contractors
Real Estate
Healthcare
Retail
Nonprofits
Professional Services
Restaurants & Hospitality
Trucking & Logistics
E-Commerce
Startups
And More
Why Businesses Choose Side By Side Financial

We don't just do your books—we become a strategic part of your team. Our clients get enterprise-level financial expertise at a fraction of the cost of an in-house finance department.

One firm for accounting, tax, payroll, and CFO services
Virtual-first model—we work with businesses anywhere
Industry-specific expertise, including Davis-Bacon and prevailing wage
Proactive communication—not just reactive number-crunching
Transparent pricing with no surprise fees
FAQ

Common Questions

Have a question about payroll? Reach out and we'll answer it promptly.

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What is certified payroll?
Certified payroll is a weekly report (federal form WH-347) required on many government-funded construction projects, verifying you paid workers the correct Davis-Bacon prevailing wage. It includes a signed Statement of Compliance.
Who has to file certified payroll?
Contractors and subcontractors on federal contracts over $2,000, federally assisted projects, and state or local public works covered by prevailing wage laws. If your contract references Davis-Bacon or a wage determination, it applies.
What is the WH-347 form?
WH-347 is the U.S. Department of Labor form used to submit certified payroll each week, listing each worker's classification, hours, wages, deductions, and fringe benefits, plus a Statement of Compliance.
What is the difference between Davis-Bacon and prevailing wage?
The Davis-Bacon Act is the federal law requiring prevailing wages on federal construction projects. "Prevailing wage" is the actual required rate for each job classification and area. Many states have their own prevailing wage laws too.
Do I file certified payroll for weeks with no work?
Often yes—many agencies require a "no work" certified payroll report for weeks with no activity on the project. We handle those filings for you.
Can you run payroll in multiple states?
Yes. Our virtual-first model supports multi-state and certified payroll for contractors and businesses anywhere in the country.
How much do certified payroll services cost?
Pricing depends on your employee count, pay frequency, and whether you need certified payroll on top of standard payroll. We provide a transparent, flat quote in your free consultation.
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