Payroll Specialist V

Overview

This role is responsible for ensuring payroll is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with government regulations for a growing organization of over 1,000 employees. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in payroll systems including ADP Workforce and Workday, with demonstrated experience implementing Workday Payroll. Excellent time management skills are required to meet all daily and monthly deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process multi-state and international bi-weekly payroll for 400+ employees.
• Ensure adherence to company guidelines and policies.
• Coordinate with HR benefits team to ensure benefit deductions are accurate.
• Accurately set up garnishments.
• Serve as Timesheet Administrator for Deltek Timekeeping system, ensuring timely processing of timesheets.
• Collaborate with team members and various internal departments to address time administration, labor processing, and payroll-related tasks.
• Research and resolve payroll problems and processing errors; partner with HR personnel to ensure timely resolution of employee payroll issues and inquiries.
• Conduct training for existing and new employees and managers on the timekeeping system.
• Respond to state and unemployment account setups and resolve related issues.
• Provide support on all payroll matters as needed.
• Assist Accounts Payable with billing and invoice processing.
• Assist Accounting team with payroll-related inquiries and issues.
• Maintain professional demeanor and behavior in all forms of communication.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree required.
• Typically, 15 years of relevant experience required.
• Proficient in multi-state and international payroll preparation and related duties such as processing timesheets, maintaining payroll records, inputting new hire information, year-end processing, and payroll account reconciliation.
• Experience with international payroll.
• Demonstrated experience as a payroll specialist in a government contracting environment.
• Experience working with Deltek Time & Expense system and ADP Workforce System.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with ADP Workforce system for payroll processing and administration.
• Proven working experience with Workday, including hands-on use of Workday HCM and payroll modules.
• Direct experience implementing Workday Payroll system, including configuration, testing, and deployment phases.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $41.32 - $68.87 per hour, commensurate with qualifications, experience, and internal equity.
• Full-time, non-exempt position.
• Benefits package includes 401(k) plan with employer match, medical/dental/vision insurance, life and disability insurance, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement/professional development support.

Location & Work Hours

• Remote position local to the DMV (DC, Maryland, Virginia) area.
• Standard office hours: 8:00am to 5:00pm EST, Monday through Friday.
• Travel expectation: approximately 5%.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.