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Payroll Specialist

United States, McLean · Job Posted May 27, 2026
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We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to oversee accurate and timely payroll operations for a diverse employee population based in Tysons, Virginia. This role is ideal for someone who brings strong payroll tax knowledge, understands wage compliance requirements tied to government-funded work, and can manage both hourly and salaried payroll with precision. The position is primarily remote, with occasional in-person attendance for training and periodic team collaboration.

Job Responsibility

  • Administer end-to-end weekly payroll processing for employees across hourly and salaried pay structures while ensuring accuracy and timeliness
  • Manage payroll tax activities, including multi-entity federal tax filings, quarterly reporting, and month-end and quarter-end payroll tax reconciliation
  • Interpret and apply prevailing wage requirements, including Davis-Bacon Act and Service Contract Act standards, to maintain compliance on funded projects
  • Review and process supplemental compensation such as housing allowances, security-related bonuses, and other special payments in accordance with payroll policies
  • Maintain payroll deductions and withholdings, including garnishments and related adjustments, while resolving discrepancies efficiently
  • Support payroll administration for multiple tax IDs and ensure proper setup, tracking, and reporting across entities
  • Partner with internal stakeholders to verify wage determinations, employee pay data, and compliance documentation for payroll accuracy
  • Contribute to international payroll activities when needed, assisting with coordination and accurate processing across jurisdictions
  • Utilize payroll systems such as NetSuite to update records, generate reports, and support ongoing payroll operations with strong attention to detail

Requirements

  • 3-5 years of hands-on payroll experience, including full-cycle payroll processing
  • Demonstrated expertise in payroll tax compliance, including preparation or review of Form 941 filings
  • Working knowledge of prevailing wage regulations, including Davis-Bacon Act, Service Contract Act, and federal or state wage determinations
  • Experience processing payroll for organizations with approximately 101-500 employees
  • Familiarity with garnishments, supplemental earnings, and payroll for both hourly and salaried employees
  • Experience using payroll platforms or ERP systems such as NetSuite
  • Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and a proactive approach to problem-solving

Nice to have

International payroll exposure is preferred but not required

What we offer

  • medical
  • vision
  • dental
  • life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
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