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We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a large U.S. employee population based in McLean, Virginia. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage complex multi-state payroll activities, maintain compliance across varying pay rules, and contribute strong accounting knowledge in a fast-paced environment. The role requires hands-on expertise with payroll systems such as ADP Vantage or ADP Workforce Now, along with the ability to work on-site while ramping up and then follow a hybrid schedule.
Job Responsibility
Process biweekly payroll for approximately 1,100 employees across the United States, ensuring accuracy for both hourly and salaried team members
Administer payroll activities involving multiple states, including jurisdictions with complex regulations such as California
Review payroll transactions for proper treatment of earnings, deductions, tax withholdings, garnishments, disability-related payments, and chargeback items
Support payroll accounting tasks by reconciling entries, validating debits and credits, and helping maintain accurate financial records tied to payroll processing
Prepare and validate payroll tax data to help ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements
Coordinate benefits-related payroll reporting and verify that benefit deductions and related records are processed correctly
Use ADP Vantage or ADP Workforce Now to maintain payroll data, troubleshoot issues, and support efficient payroll operations
Partner with the payroll team to resolve discrepancies, answer payroll-related questions, and help keep processing cycles on schedule
Requirements
5+ years of experience managing full-cycle payroll in a high-volume environment
Proven ability to process payroll for workforces of more than 500 employees
Strong background in multi-state payroll administration, including experience with California payroll requirements
Hands-on experience with ADP Vantage or ADP Workforce Now
Working knowledge of payroll taxes, garnishments, disability payments, and related compliance obligations
Familiarity with payroll accounting concepts, including reconciliations, debits, and credits
Experience supporting benefits payroll activities and related reporting
Ability to work in person during onboarding and transition to a hybrid schedule with three days per week in the office