Payroll Specialist

Turn2Partners; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Turn2Partners is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage processing and data accuracy for our Washington, DC offices. The role covers timekeeping, wage calculations, deductions, and payroll tax reporting, while ensuring timely responses to employee pay inquiries.

Ideal candidates bring 1–3 years of payroll experience, familiarity with payroll systems, and strong Excel skills. This position emphasizes confidentiality, accuracy, and compliance with applicable regulations.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of payroll or related accounting experience.
• Familiarity with payroll systems and timekeeping software.
• Basic understanding of payroll taxes, deductions, and employment regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle confidential employee information.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and on schedule.
• Review employee timecards, timesheets, and attendance records.
• Maintain payroll records and employee information.
• Calculate wages, overtime, deductions, and other payroll adjustments.
• Assist with payroll tax filings and reporting.
• Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, and payroll discrepancies.
• Reconcile payroll reports and assist with month-end procedures.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Assist with year-end payroll activities, including W-2 preparation.

Skills

Payroll experience

Timekeeping software

Payroll taxes & deductions

Excel

Attention to detail

Confidential data handling

Communication & problem-solving

Tools

Payroll systems

Job description

• Process payroll accurately and on schedule.
• Review employee timecards, timesheets, and attendance records.
• Maintain payroll records and employee information.
• Calculate wages, overtime, deductions, and other payroll adjustments.
• Assist with payroll tax filings and reporting.
• Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, and payroll discrepancies.
• Reconcile payroll reports and assist with month-end procedures.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Assist with year-end payroll activities, including W-2 preparation.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of payroll or related accounting experience preferred.
• Familiarity with payroll systems and timekeeping software.
• Basic understanding of payroll taxes, deductions, and employment regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle confidential employee information.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.