Payroll Specialist

Addison Group; Vienna (VA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Job summary

Addison Group is seeking a payroll specialist to accurately process multi-state bi-weekly payroll, ensuring timely, compliant wages, deductions, and reporting. The role supports audits and maintains precise employee records.

The position requires 3+ years in payroll, knowledge of regulations, and strong attention to detail. Work hybrid in Vienna, VA with a schedule from 9 to 5, and access to medical and retirement benefits.

Qualifications

• Highschool diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years payroll experience in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Knowledge of payroll policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Familiarity with payroll transaction codes and input processing.

Responsibilities

• Process multi-state bi-weekly payroll and related reporting.
• Import and process timesheets for exempt, non-exempt, and part-time staff.
• Ensure payroll accuracy and compliance with policies and laws.
• Create Excel reports for managers and audits.
• Assist with payroll-related internal and external audits.
• Process garnishments and 401(k) contributions/loans.

Skills

Payroll experience

High volume payroll

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Confidential information handling

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Business acumen

Ethics & integrity

Client interaction

Education

Highschool diploma or equivalent

Job description

Location (city, state): Vienna, VA (Remote but in office 2 days a week once converted)

Compensation: $31/hr-$36/hr and $65k-$75k on conversion

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Qualifications:

• Highschool diploma or equivalent
• 3+ Years payroll experience in a high volume, fast paced environment
• Knowledge of policies and procedures, rules and regulations that affect payroll.
• Knowledge of payroll transaction codes and input processing procedures.
• Impeccable business acumen and the ability to interact with external clients.
• Attention to detail, organized and thorough with desire for continuous improvement.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information professionally
• Strong business acumen, ethics and integrity.
• Ability to research, analyze, and resolve problems.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time and adapt to a frequently changing work environment while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Job Description:

• Accurately process multi-state bi-weekly payroll, including all associated reporting needs.
• Manage administration of payroll including importing and processing timesheets for all exempt, non-exempt and part-time employees, computation of required and voluntary deductions and preparation and verification of payrolls.
• Ensure bi-weekly payroll is completed accurate, on time, and that wages, salaries, and deductions are paid in accordance with established policies and the law.
• Creating reports in Excel per manager request, to track processes and general reporting.
• Assist with internal and external payroll related audits.
• Processing Employee Garnishments with accuracy and storing documents in employee file.
• Process and reconcile biweekly 401K contributions & loans.
• Identify issues and/or problems to make proper adjustments and ensure accuracy.
• Research issues to effectively handle employee payroll inquiries.
• Review, analyze and verify payroll reports for accuracy.
• Verifies employee data and adjust the record as required.
• Maintain sufficient records to comply with all company and regulatory needs.

Work Schedule: 9-5

REQUIRED

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.