Part Time Payroll Accountant

Overview

This part-time Payroll Accountant role involves managing accurate and timely payroll processing for employees across multiple departments and entities. The position requires ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, project reporting standards, and internal controls. The role is based at the home office in McLean, VA, reporting to the Director of Human Resources. The employer maintains a 100% COVID-19 vaccination policy.

Responsibilities

• Review monthly timesheets and bonus inputs in the payroll system and process monthly Crosstab reports
• Prepare and input payroll data for semi-monthly payrolls accurately and on time
• Prepare reports and check requests related to payroll payments
• Assist with resetting employee iPay statements
• Provide payroll-related customer service to internal and external stakeholders
• Prepare journal entries for payroll and benefit accounts; assist with month-end and year-end close processes
• Reconcile payroll and benefit accounts and resolve discrepancies promptly
• Reconcile quarterly and annual tax filings and reports in accordance with agency requirements
• Verify semi-annual performance bonus payments
• Update annual budget spreadsheets with industry salary survey data
• Maintain and update Performance Management Raise spreadsheets
• Generate and provide reports for various company projects
• Update company roster and payroll reports on a semi-monthly basis
• Maintain payroll records and reports in compliance with internal policies and legal requirements
• Monitor and ensure compliance with labor laws and industry-specific regulations
• Assist with benefit plan audits such as 401(k) and Workers' Compensation

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum of 3 years of payroll and general ledger reconciliation experience, preferably in property management or land development industries
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now is a plus
• Strong Excel skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Knowledge of payroll regulations including FLSA and tax reporting

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Bonus potential
• Company-matched 401(k) plan

Location

McLean, VA (Home Office)

Note: This job description outlines the general nature and level of work performed and is not exhaustive. Additional duties may be assigned as needed. Employment is at-will.