Payroll Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a meticulous and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team in Herndon, Virginia. This is a long-term contract position that offers the opportunity to manage full-cycle payroll processes and support benefits administration in a hybrid work environment. The role requires strong organizational skills and expertise in handling multi-state payroll, including California.

Responsibilities :

• Process bi-weekly payroll cycles for approximately 370 employees across multiple states, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Handle manual data entry tasks and maintain detailed records to support payroll operations.
• Manage payroll functions using ADP Workforce Now and other related systems.
• Oversee multi-state payroll compliance, including adhering to California-specific payroll regulations.
• Administer employee benefits by assisting with open enrollment, updating elections, and maintaining accurate records.
• Ensure benefits-related deadlines are met and effectively communicate changes to employees.
• Reconcile payroll data to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Collaborate with colleagues to address payroll and benefits-related inquiries and provide timely resolutions.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive employee information.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in full-cycle payroll processing.
• Proficiency in multi-state payroll, including knowledge of California-specific regulations.
• Experience using ADP Workforce Now or similar payroll systems.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage manual processes effectively.
• Familiarity with benefits administration, including open enrollment and data updates.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with employees and colleagues.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work efficiently in a hybrid schedule.
• Strong problem-solving skills to identify and resolve payroll discrepancies.