Payroll Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in District of Columbia, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Oversee the payroll processing function and manage the timekeeping system, if applicable.

• Address payroll-related inquiries from both employees and clients.

• Ensure accurate preparation of W-2 wage statements.

• Prepare and execute payroll for multiple clients with different pay cycles.

• Assist clients with payroll tax matters, including state registrations; escalate and investigate tax issues as necessary.

• Calculate off-cycle paychecks, overtime, partial payments, retirement plan contributions, deductions, and bonuses.

• Maintain, reconcile, and monitor vacation and sick leave balances.

• Compute and reconcile retirement plan contribution calculations.

• Utilize various payroll systems to execute payroll tasks.

• Foster and maintain positive relationships with clients; address and resolve client concerns; deliver exceptional customer service.

• Inform clients and colleagues about changes or non-compliance with relevant federal and state employment regulations and laws.

• Offer guidance to clients for operational improvements, support supervisors, and minimize issues related to human resources and payroll.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.

• A minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience.

• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team as well as work independently.

• Proficient in using relevant technology.

• Proven ability to communicate verbally and in writing across all organizational levels, both internally and externally.

• Proficiency in Excel (e.g., creating formulas; utilizing functions, preparing spreadsheets for reporting, performing quick calculations for retroactive pay, prorating, etc.).

• Understanding of federal, state, and local pay regulations.

• Familiarity with taxable and non-taxable benefit plans.

• Knowledge of retirement plans, including 403b, 401k, and 457 plans.

• Awareness of FLSA classification.

• Experience with a range of payroll software is strongly preferred.

• CPP certification is desirable.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.