44 Payroll Management jobs in Bethesda

• Education:


• A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field

• Experience/Skills:
  
  • At least 4 years proven experience as Payroll Administrator.
  • Solid understanding of accounting fundamentals and its application to successfully draft payroll entries to the general ledger.
  • Strong knowledge of legislation and regulations of the field
  • Proficient in MS Office and knowledge of relevant software (e.g. Unanet Project Portfolio Financials) and databases
  • Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information
  • Outstanding organizational ability and attention to detail.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
  • Expertise in supporting transformative initiatives across multiple teams.

• Comfortable with payroll software and systems used by government contractors, such as Unanet Project Portfolio Financials, UKG UltiPro, or similar platforms.
• Adherence to ethical standards and confidentiality regarding sensitive payroll information.
• Capability to analyze payroll data, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues effectively.
• Capacity to troubleshoot payroll-related problems, address inquiries, and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Effective time management skills to work autonomously and meet payroll processing deadlines while completing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to adapt to changing requirements, priorities, and deadlines in a dynamic government contracting environment.

• PTO including paid parental, military, and bereavement leave
• Eleven (11) paid Federal holidays, five of which are floating holidays (as designated by the company's holiday schedule each year)
• Health and Dental Insurance (including 100% employer paid premiums for employee coverage under the HDHP health plan)
• Life Insurance, STD/LTD term disability coverage, with employer paid premiums
• 401 (k) plan with a match that is 100% vested after you complete two years of service
• FSA/DFSA/HSA flexible benefit plans
• Annual Tuition & Professional Development Reimbursement benefit

• National Security - Supporting agencies such as the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of State.
• Federal Financial - We bring deep expertise in enterprise financial systems, supporting agencies like the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC).
• Healthcare - Our Health IT capabilities, enhance health outcomes for the warfighter via the Defense Health Agency (DHA) and support public health initiatives at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), National Institutes of Health (NIH), and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).
• Space & Science - We leverage technology to advance agricultural sustainability, secure our nation's food supply, and prepare for natural disasters, working with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).

NIKA is hiring for a full-time Payroll Specialist to join our dynamic Accounting and Finance team located in our HQ office in Rockville, MD! The primary focus of this role will be to work closely with staff and senior management to coordinate all supporting functions related to the payroll/AP process and corresponding provider software.

At NIKA, you'll be excited to come to work each day. This position comes with a competitive salary package that includes health/dental insurance, 401(k), bonus programs, and many other perks. Our convenient suburban office boasts an on-staff barista, pool table, well-stocked kitchen, free parking, and much more.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• The Payroll Specialist will process multiple different payrolls on independent schedules; semi-monthly (non-union) and weekly (union), and ad hoc as necessary
• Enter New Hire's, Terminations, Salary changes and Benefits into Paycom in addition to submitting all changes for Union Employees to Union delegate via fax / e-mail
• Ensure accuracy of payroll records by maintaining Paycom with updates in employee status changes, tax withholdings, child support, wage garnishments, tax levies, benefit deductions, vacation, holiday, etc.
• Prepare, reconcile, and submit all reports for Local Union benefits on a monthly basis and remit payments in timely manner
• Review timesheets for accuracy and timeliness
• Review business-related expense accounts and reporting to ensure all payments are funding from proper sources and with correct authorization
• Create and maintain reports in Paycom
• Prepare and remit federal, state and local payroll tax reports in a timely fashion
• Reconcile payroll and benefits journal entries as part of monthly close process
• Manage employee paid time off accruals and usage
• Communicate and align with Paycom and Accounting Team to ensure proper timing of all scheduled activities occur
• Provide high level of internal customer service when resolving issues and answering payroll related questions of employees as applicable
• Responsible for companywide messages and communications related to Payroll function and cycles
• Reports to Manager of Accounting and Finance

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field preferred, Associate's Degree required
• 3-8 Years' experience in payroll, ideally in Government Contracting
• Experience with CBA / DBA / SCA payroll is required
• Paycom experience is required, Unanet experience is a plus
• Must be fluent in Excel and Microsoft Office knowledge
• Communicate effectively with all members of staff regarding payroll
• Ability to adapt to changing environment and support of multiple business locations

• Assist in payroll preparation required for processing semi-monthly multi-state payroll for salaried and hourly employees
• Process direct deposit authorization forms, W4 tax data and changes in employee personal data
• Process garnishments which include child supports, tax levies, student loans, WRIT of garnishments, etc.
• Assist with the auditing of payroll to ensure proper transmission
• Prepare daily ACH uploads and stop payments
• Respond to inquiries from employees and internal departments regarding payroll-related concerns

• Associate's degree in business administration, finance or accounting preferred; experience in lieu of a degree is acceptable
• 2+ years of experience processing multi-cycle, multi-state payroll for 500+ employees
• High level proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and large ERP systems
• Demonstrated ability to communicate professionally in both verbal and written forms
• Proven and effective time management skills, organizational skills, and ability to multi-task

RBR-Technologies is a small service-disabled veteran-owned information and technology business founded on the basic principle of delivering customer mission success. RBR-technologies prides itself on our commitment to mission success as exemplified by the trust our customers and contract partners place in us. From RBR's first employee to the present day, every team member has a passion for mission success. Since 2011, we have continued to employ the highest caliber of professionals whose success is attributed to the intelligence, dedication, and years ofexperience within many government organizations including the Intelligence Community (IC), Department of Defense (DoD), and Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA). Join our dynamic team as a Payroll Specialist! We are seeking a highly motivated and service-oriented individual passionate about payroll and customer service. In this role, you will be responsible for the timely and accurate processing of timekeeping and payroll for multiple locations and states within our organization. As the Payroll Specialist, you will manage the full-cycle processing of semi-monthly payroll for over 150+ employees across multiple states. This includes calculations for employee wages, bonuses, ensuring accurate payment for overtime, vacation, and holiday hours based on state and local requirements. You will handle payroll-related inquiries, investigate and resolve pay issues, and work with both the Accounting and HR teams. Additionally, you will audit payroll transactions, generate reports for Controller review, and stay updated on multi-state and local wage laws. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, human resource management, or a related field preferred Minimum of three years' experience as a Payroll Specialist and/or Manager Prior experience managing payroll for multi-state companies Familiarity with labor legislation and federal tax laws Experience with various reconciliations (e.g. timesheets, payroll) Supervise all timesheets and oversee timely submittals Prior experience with government contracting employees Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail. Excellent interpersonal skills, management skills, and the ability to collaborate with team members Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Assertive with the ability to reinforce policies and encourage self-sufficiency FPC or CPP Certified preferred iSolved and Unanet experience a PLUS! A career at RBR-Technologies doesn't mean you have to make sacrifices in other areas of your life. Best in class health benefits plan Generous 401k with matching Flexible work policies and schedules (dependent upon contract) Generous Paid Time Off + All Federal Holidays Special paid leave for: Bereavement, Voting, Military, and more Paid Volunteer Hours for Community Outreach Paid Parental Leave Family-Friendly Company Paid Events Annual Pet Insurance Benefit Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at RBR-Technologies, where employment is based on personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any protected characteristic as established by law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and procedures relating to recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, training, working conditions, compensation, benefits, termination, and all other conditions of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Join to apply for the Payroll Specialist role at George Mason University 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Payroll Specialist role at George Mason University Department: Fiscal Services Classification: Financial Svcs Specialist 1 Job Category: Classified Staff Job Type: Full-Time Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk) Location: Fairfax, VA Workplace Type: Hybrid Eligible Pay Band: 04 Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience Criminal Background Check: Yes Financial Background Check: Yes About The Department The Payroll Office is responsible for the timely and accurate processing of all University payrolls. The Payroll Office reconciles health care billings, payroll liability accounts, the VRS snapshot, processes invoices for payment to all payroll vendors for employee/employer withholdings, and makes retroactive pay adjustments. The Payroll Office submits quarterly filings for unemployment, federal and state taxes to the appropriate taxing authorities, and generates annual W2s. About The Position The Payroll Specialist ensures the integrity and accuracy of HR and Payroll data in Banner. The Payroll Specialist is responsible for daily data entry into HR and Payroll systems in an accurate, timely, and consistent fashion. Also, the Payroll Specialist ensures the integrity of employees’ personal/confidential information while exercising independent judgement, as well as discretion and tact, in articulating policy, and advising and conferring with employees regarding payroll processes. Responsibilities Data Entry into Banner (Payroll): Ensures all input data for payrolls, including, but not limited to, time entry, tax processing, adjustments, direct deposit changes, and leave payouts are processed by the deadline. Audits and corrects input as necessary, using required reports during payroll run. The overall objective of all aspects of this element is to provide services so that all employees are paid accurately and in a timely fashion, and the data residing in all systems is accurate and consistent. Data Entry into Banner (Benefits): Ensures all transactions consisting of benefit adjustments, disability payments, and leave balance corrections for all categories of employees are entered in Banner. Demonstrates knowledge and utilization of all data entry screens used in Banner. No Active Direct Deposit Process: Responsible for the no active direct deposit process to include following up with employees/supervisors listed on the No Direct Deposit report with each pay run. Reviews/monitors each payroll run employees listed with no active direct deposit setup. Customer Service/Other Duties as Assigned: Provides routine day-to-day customer service requests related to the payroll function to include phone requests, email requests, in-person requests, and faxes. Provides assistance to supervisor/manager and/or staff on special projects. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Experience working in a high-volume Payroll office environment; Knowledge of MS Office suite; Knowledge of basic problem solving and data collection techniques; Demonstrated organizational and interpersonal skills, and commitment to quality customer service; Demonstrated ability to independently research problems, apply analytical and mathematical techniques, and follow through to resolution; Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and work under the stress of communication with employees about confidential payroll issues; Extreme attention to detail and data entry accuracy; and General familiarity with payroll practices and principles in the area of transactions. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience; Certified Payroll Professional (CPP); and Experience with Ellucian SCT Banner system, or an equivalent in-house system. Instructions To Applicants For full consideration, applicants must apply for the Payroll Specialist at Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a cover letter and resume for review. Posting Open Date: May 1, 2025 For Full Consideration, Apply by: May 15, 2025 Open Until Filled: Yes Mason Ad Statement Mason is currently the largest and most diverse university in Virginia with students and faculty from all 50 states and over 135 countries studying in over 200 degree programs at campuses in Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William, as well as at learning locations across the commonwealth. 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• 10002665
  

• Fairfax, VA
  

• Classified Staff
  

• Opening on: May 1 2025
  

Department: Fiscal Services

Classification: Financial Svcs Specialist 1

Job Category: Classified Staff

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)

Location: Fairfax, VA

Workplace Type: Hybrid Eligible

Pay Band: 04

Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience

Criminal Background Check: Yes

Financial Background Check: Yes

About the Department:

The Payroll Office is responsible for the timely and accurate processing of all University payrolls. The Payroll Office reconciles health care billings, payroll liability accounts, the VRS snapshot, processes invoices for payment to all payroll vendors for employee/employer withholdings, and makes retroactive pay adjustments. The Payroll Office submits quarterly filings for unemployment, federal and state taxes to the appropriate taxing authorities, and generates annual W2s.

About the Position:

The Payroll Specialist ensures the integrity and accuracy of HR and Payroll data in Banner. The Payroll Specialist is responsible for daily data entry into HR and Payroll systems in an accurate, timely, and consistent fashion. Also, the Payroll Specialist ensures the integrity of employees' personal/confidential information while exercising independent judgement, as well as discretion and tact, in articulating policy, and advising and conferring with employees regarding payroll processes.

Responsibilities:

• Data Entry into Banner (Payroll):
  • Ensures all input data for payrolls, including, but not limited to, time entry, tax processing, adjustments, direct deposit changes, and leave payouts are processed by the deadline. Audits and corrects input as necessary, using required reports during payroll run. The overall objective of all aspects of this element is to provide services so that all employees are paid accurately and in a timely fashion, and the data residing in all systems is accurate and consistent.
  
  
• Data Entry into Banner (Benefits):
  • Ensures all transactions consisting of benefit adjustments, disability payments, and leave balance corrections for all categories of employees are entered in Banner. Demonstrates knowledge and utilization of all data entry screens used in Banner.
  
  
• No Active Direct Deposit Process:
  • Responsible for the no active direct deposit process to include following up with employees/supervisors listed on the No Direct Deposit report with each pay run. Reviews/monitors each payroll run employees listed with no active direct deposit setup.
  
  
• Customer Service/Other Duties as Assigned:
  • Provides routine day-to-day customer service requests related to the payroll function to include phone requests, email requests, in-person requests, and faxes. Provides assistance to supervisor/manager and/or staff on special projects. Other duties as assigned.
  
  
  
  

Required Qualifications:

• Experience working in a high-volume Payroll office environment;
• Knowledge of MS Office suite;
• Knowledge of basic problem solving and data collection techniques;
• Demonstrated organizational and interpersonal skills, and commitment to quality customer service;
• Demonstrated ability to independently research problems, apply analytical and mathematical techniques, and follow through to resolution;
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and work under the stress of communication with employees about confidential payroll issues;
• Extreme attention to detail and data entry accuracy; and
• General familiarity with payroll practices and principles in the area of transactions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP); and
• Experience with Ellucian SCT Banner system, or an equivalent in-house system.

Instructions to Applicants:

For full consideration, applicants must apply for the Payroll Specialist at Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a cover letter and resume for review.

Posting Open Date: May 1, 2025

For Full Consideration, Apply by: May 15, 2025

Open Until Filled: Yes