Payroll Specialist (In-Office, McLean) – Compliance & Pay

Southern Management Co.; McLean (VA); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Company paid Group Term Life and AD&D

401(k) with Company contribution

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Bereavement/funeral leave and jury df

Continuing Education

Job summary

Southern Management Co. is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to assist in all payroll processing activities. The role requires handling bi-weekly payroll, terminations, leaves, and payroll inquiries with strict confidentiality.

The position is in-person in McLean, VA, reporting to the Payroll Manager within HR. Candidates should have 4+ years of electronic payroll experience and a solid understanding of federal/state payroll tax requirements. Strong Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• HS diploma and accounting-related degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• CPP certification is a plus.
• Experience with electronic payroll processing and confidential data.

Responsibilities

• Assist the bi-weekly payroll process.
• Process terminations and leave requests.
• Distribute payroll information and respond to questions.
• Maintain payroll records and update HR systems.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax rules.
• Provide ADP training and assist managers as needed.

Skills

Data entry

Excel

MS Office

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Bilingual Spanish/English

Team worker

Education

High school diploma

Accounting degree

CPP certification

Tools

ADP Work Force Now

ADP Time & Attendance

Job description

Southern Management Co. is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to assist in all payroll processing activities. The role requires handling bi-weekly payroll, terminations, leaves, and payroll inquiries with strict confidentiality.

The position is in-person in McLean, VA, reporting to the Payroll Manager within HR. Candidates should have 4+ years of electronic payroll experience and a solid understanding of federal/state payroll tax requirements. Strong Excel skills are essential.