Certified payroll (WH-347) preparation takes 30-60 minutes per project per week, is error-prone, and lacks efficient software.

Existing solutions either require manual re-entry and have poor interfaces (LCPtracker), are error-prone and untrustworthy (Excel), or are too expensive ($500+/mo for built-in CP software, $800/mo for CPA). No solution combines accuracy, speed (<15 min), and reasonable cost.

Severity

4High

Willingness to Pay

implied

Added

May 5, 2026

Workarounds Described

Inherited spreadsheet from last controller, formulas not understood
Manual re-entry into LCPtracker
Uses CPA who charges $800/mo to run certified payroll

Implied Software Gaps

Automated WH-347 generation with built-in compliance validation
Direct integration with common payroll systems to avoid manual data entry
Fringe-benefit underpayment detection before submission

App Concept

QuickCert Payroll

QuickCert Payroll automates WH-347 preparation in under 15 minutes per project, integrating with popular construction payroll systems to eliminate re-entry and formula errors. It validates fringe-benefit calculations against prevailing wage rules, reducing audit risk.

Key Features

One-click WH-347 generation from existing payroll data
Automatic fringe-benefit compliance checks and alerts
Integration with ADP, Paychex, Foundation, etc.
Version control and audit trail for every submission

Target Users: Construction company controllers and payroll managers at mid-sized firms (20-200 employees) who need to comply with Davis-Bacon or similar prevailing wage laws.

Revenue Model: $199/mo per company (up to 5 projects), with $29/mo per additional project tier.

Existing Solutions Mentioned

Excel spreadsheetLCPtrackerConstruction-specific payroll software with certified payroll built-inOutsourced to CPA

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