Hybrid Payroll Specialist – Workday & Compliance

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP seeks a Payroll Coordinator in its Washington, DC office with hybrid work capabilities. You will assist with data entry, processing, validation, and reconciliation of payrolls and time and attendance for the firm’s U.S.

offices, supporting the Payroll Manager and HR team. The role requires 3–5 years payroll experience, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with Workday and tax regulations.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of payroll experience.
• Experience with Workday preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, local tax regulations.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with processing and validation of monthly payrolls for staff and partners.
• Process large volumes of payroll data accurately.
• Coordinate payroll activities with team members for smooth operations.
• Analyze payroll data for accuracy and tax compliance.
• Ensure timely ACH and tax file submissions.
• Enter payroll data into Workday HRIS.

Skills

Payroll experience

Workday

Excel

Tax regulations

Microsoft Office

Communication

Teamwork

Education

College degree in accounting or finance (preferred)

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Workday

Job description

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP seeks a Payroll Coordinator in its Washington, DC office with hybrid work capabilities. You will assist with data entry, processing, validation, and reconciliation of payrolls and time and attendance for the firm’s U.S.

offices, supporting the Payroll Manager and HR team. The role requires 3–5 years payroll experience, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with Workday and tax regulations.