Senior Payroll Specialist-AT

Silver Spring, MD 20910

Posted: 12/04/2024 Employment Type: Payroll & Benefits Industry: Human Resources Job Number: 49467 - Senior Payroll Specialist-AT Pay Rate: $47.67

Job Description

We are a Senior Payroll Specialist to support our Finance Team with payroll and other administrative functions to ensure efficient and accurate financial operations.

 

Essential Functions:

Payroll Administration

  • Reviews and verifies timesheet reports from CostPoint for accuracy, ensuring proper allocation to projects, and follows up with staff to address any needed adjustments or corrections.
  • Maintains accurate employee records in ADP and other accounting systems.
  • Administers semi-monthly payroll for 300+ employees using ADP.
  • Coordinates with tax agencies to resolve payroll-related issues.
  • Assists in reconciling various payroll items, including quarterly 941 filings and 401(k) contributions.
  • Collaborates with the HR department to reconcile employee benefits.

Recordkeeping

  • Ensures the accuracy and integrity of both financial and consultant files (paper and electronic), offering guidance to the finance assistant as necessary.
  • Prepares required schedules and reports for team members and clients.
  • Coordinates with external accounting firms and auditors, providing necessary information for audits.
  • Delivers excellent customer service and resolves issues effectively for both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Analyzes the payroll system and procedures, making recommendations for improvements or necessary changes.

Team Collaboration and Additional Responsibilities

  • Actively participates as a full member on the staff team, attending staff meetings and engaging in other organizational events.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

 

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma with 10 years of experience, Associates degree with 8 years of experience, or bachelor’s degree with 6 years of experience in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Experience and Skills

  • Proficient in using ADP.
  • Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
  • Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring high levels of accuracy in all work.
  • Reliable, dependable, and willing to work beyond regular hours when deadlines demand.
  • Skilled in identifying issues, prioritizing tasks, and making sound decisions.
  • Excellent organizational, managerial, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and effectively prioritize responsibilities.
  • Capable of communicating confidently and diplomatically at all levels of the organization.
  • Flexible and adaptable to changes in the work environment, able to handle urgent requests and manage unexpected challenges.
  • Comfortable working in a strengths-based, appreciative environment and supporting others in using this approach.
  • Familiarity with Cost point required.
  • Experience managing payroll for 300+ employees is advantageous.
 

Additional Information

NRI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

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