Payroll & Benefits Specialist — Federal Office Ops

U.S. House of Representative; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. House of Representatives is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Specialist in the Payroll and Benefits Department, Office of Finance, CAO.

The role supports staff payroll and benefits administration in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, ensuring data integrity and accurate processing of transactions. The ideal candidate possesses a high school diploma or GED with relevant experience or equivalent training, plus strong analytical and communication skills to operate within a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus two+ years related experience (federal employee benefits and compensation programs desirable)
• Specialized training in relevant HR areas (e.g., federal benefits) or comparable on-the-job training
• Knowledge of payroll procedures, operations, and processing in automated systems
• Ability to review and code pay calculations and process payroll transactions
• Ability to read and prepare correspondence, reports, and statements
• Ability to communicate procedures and follow instructions
• Ability to explain information in technical or specialized areas such as insurance and governmental terminology
• Ability to work under pressure and handle emergencies
• Ability to analyze, code, and validate data ensuring data integrity
• Knowledge of and ability to interpret applicable laws, rules, and regulations

Skills

Attention to detail

Data analysis

Payroll knowledge

Communication

Problem solving

Regulatory understanding

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

U.S. House of Representatives is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Specialist in the Payroll and Benefits Department, Office of Finance, CAO.

The role supports staff payroll and benefits administration in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, ensuring data integrity and accurate processing of transactions. The ideal candidate possesses a high school diploma or GED with relevant experience or equivalent training, plus strong analytical and communication skills to operate within a