Payroll Specialist

Description We are looking for a diligent Payroll Specialist to oversee and manage payroll operations for our organization in Alexandria, Virginia. This role involves handling the complete payroll cycle, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining accuracy in employee records. As a Contract to long-term position, this opportunity offers the potential for continued employment based on performance.

Responsibilities:

- Oversee the entire payroll cycle, including preparation, review, and approval of bi-weekly payroll submissions.

- Ensure accuracy in timekeeping, tax records, and employee payroll changes such as tax with holdings, benefits, demographics, and banking details.

- Record and manage general ledger entries related to payroll and benefits accounts.

- Compile, audit, and track work hours, including shift differentials and paid time off.

- Maintain retirement account data, process bi-weekly contributions, track new employee eligibility, and address related inquiries.

- Handle employer-related payments, including bonuses, salary adjustments, referrals, and vacation payouts.

- Process court-ordered garnishments, support notices, and other mandatory deductions.

- Administer uniform reimbursements and miscellaneous deductions as required.

- Support HR in reconciling health benefit deductions and conducting audits of employee leave hours.

- Respond to payroll-related inquiries promptly and ensure adherence to local, state, and federal regulations. Requirements - Proficiency in accounting software systems, particularly those used for payroll management.

- Demonstrated experience with full-cycle payroll operations.

- Knowledge of multi-state payroll processes and local payroll tax regulations.

- Familiarity with handling payroll for unionized and non-unionized employees.

- Expertise in managing payroll for organizations with 100-500 employees.

- Strong skills in auditing and reconciling payroll data.

- Experience using Paycom or similar payroll systems.

- Ability to maintain confidentiality and accuracy in all payroll-related tasks.

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