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System High Corp lists this Payroll Specialist opportunity in chantilly, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Payroll Specialist
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Chantilly, VA 20151
Overview
Salary Range $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 Salary/year Position Type Full Time Category Accounting
Description
Position Overview
System High Corporation delivers the most advanced protection and secrecy solutions to secure and strengthen critical missions, programs, operations, and intelligence activities. We are seeking a Payroll Specialist to join our team to help contribute to our success and help us solve problems with innovation through intelligence.
The Payroll Specialist has knowledge of Payroll, Tax, and General Ledger to enhance System High Corporation's Finance Department.
This position requires the ability to be able to identify company and customer needs and provide recommendations utilizing payroll best practices. This position requires the ability to work with all levels of staff (internal and external), utilizing clear, effective communication. This position has heavy contact with employees and vendors.
The Payroll Specialist duties include, but are not limited to:
Hands-on Payroll Experience
Working knowledge of time entry systems, Costpoint a plus
Working knowledge of payroll system, including Paycom, ADP, etc
Knowledge of Wage and Fair Labor Standards Act
Knowledge of federal, state and local tax laws
Government contracting, DFAS, DCAA and GSA experience
Ensure compliance with relevant laws and internal policies
Familiarity with third-party vendors including Principal for 401K processing
Payroll Processing Duties and Responsibilities
Semi-monthly payroll process for almost 600 employees utilizing Costpoint Time and Expense for time keeping and Paycom for pay processing
Process time sheet corrections
Assist in processing payroll changes (e.g. new hires, terminations, increases)
Train new hires and existing staff to use Timesheet Module in Costpoint
Set up new hire access in Costpoint
Remove terminated employee access from Costpoint
Verify new hire and termination information imported from Paycom
Calculate first and final payment prorations including bonus and/or PTO recoup
Process 401k contributions, loans, and payments
Process PTO accruals and generate applicable reports
Process child support orders, garnishments, tax levies and other pay-related compliances
Review, verify and reconcile employee timecard entries for accuracy
Maintain accurate records for payroll journal entries
Liaise with auditors and assist with payroll audits
Assist with internal and external audits
Assist with preparation and filing of required federal and state tax reports
Assist with processing year end reports and reconciling for accuracy
Customer Service
Assist employees with general inquiries related to time keeping, payroll, leave accruals, and other pay related issues
On-board and assist new hires with time sheet processing
Customer relations knowledge in troubleshooting with clients, payment offices, POCs and our internal System High staf
Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all financial and personal information
Qualifications
Required Skills (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)
Costpoint/Deltek Time and Expense
Paycom (or similar payroll system)
Microsoft Teams or other collaboration tool
Strong MS Office skills to include Outlook, Word, Excel and Power Point
High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Exceptional organizational skills
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work effectively under pressure
Effective oral and written communication skills, and computer literacy
Excellent interpersonal skills
Strong problem-solving abilities, and ability to pick up and adapt to new concepts and technologies quickly.
Superior verbal/written skills and presentation skills
Excellent follow-up skills
Dependability is a must
Clearance Requirement
No Clearance Required
Years of Experience/Education Requirements
3+ years of time sheet, labor processing and payroll experience
BS/BA in Business Administration or Accounting desired
Paycom or other payroll system experience desired
FPC certification a plus
Costpoint experience required
Work Schedule
Hybrid – For the first six months, this position requires onsite work at our Chantilly, VA headquarters Monday through Thursday, with Friday as a remote workday. After the first six months, the position will transition to a hybrid schedule requiring a minimum of one day per week onsite. Additional onsite days may be required based on business needs.
Additional Information
This job description is not designed to cover or contain all job duties required of the employee. There may be additional activities, duties and/or responsibilities that are required for this position that are not listed in this job description.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
System High is a Military friendly employer. Our extensive work on behalf of the U.S. government offers those who have served in uniform an opportunity to continue to serve their country in a new and exciting way while enjoying a successful civilian career.
System High values the power and strength of diverse backgrounds on the culture and performance of our company. We strive to maintain an inclusive culture to encourage each employee to bring their whole self to the mission.
System High Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with us, please email
Legal notices can be viewed on the following PDFs: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal; EPPA Notice; FMLA Notice
Warning: Beware of recruitment scams: System High will never request money or personal purchases during the hiring process. Verify all communications come from a systemhigh.com or msg.paycomonline.com email address.
Worksite address
chantilly, VA, 22021, US
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