Payroll Administrator

Lukos; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Lukos is seeking a payroll specialist to join their team with a focus on managing payroll processes effectively. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and have significant experience in payroll department functions. The role involves handling various payroll tasks, providing support for HR requests, and ensuring compliance with payroll procedures. Competitive benefits are offered, and this is a remote position.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental coverage

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Holidays

Qualifications

• 5+ years' prior experience in a payroll department.
• Comprehensive familiarity with payroll processes.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage payroll processes including journal entries and accruals.
• Assist with HR requests related to payroll and benefits.
• Maintain attention to detail across payroll tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, human resources, finance, or equivalent experience

Tools

Payroll software

Microsoft Office Excel

Job description

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, human resources, finance, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years' prior experience in a payroll department
• Comprehensive familiarity with payroll software and processes
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Understanding of journal entries, 401K uploads, and payroll accruals
• Friendly and outgoing team player
• Willingness to assist team with HR requests, especially payroll, 401K, and VOEs
• Microsoft Office Excel proficiency
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred

Security Clearance : Not Required

Work Location: Remote

About Lukos:

Lukos provides professional services to the Department of Defense. We are a diversified support company for US Special Operations Command and other federal agencies, supporting all military services.

Our Name : "Lukos" is ancient Greek for "wolf". The wolf symbolizes cunning, patience, teamwork, and resilience—qualities we embody.

We offer full-time employees competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, and holidays.

Lukos is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or national origin.