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Payroll & Operations Specialist

Payroll & Operations Specialist

CompanyEmployee Navigator
LocationBethesda, MD, USA
Salary$Not Provided – $Not Provided
TypeFull-Time
Degrees
Experience LevelSenior

Requirements

  • 5+ years of payroll experience, including multi-state payroll processing.
  • Proficiency in third-party payroll systems.
  • Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data analysis, etc.).
  • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Highly organized with strong time management skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an in-office setting.
  • Strong understanding of payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements.
  • A proactive mindset with a desire to expand skills into finance and accounting operations.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.

Responsibilities

  • Accurately process payroll for multiple states, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Manage payroll operations using third-party payroll system.
  • Prepare and review payroll reports, reconcile discrepancies, and ensure timely and accurate payroll execution.
  • Maintain employee payroll records, including deductions, benefits, garnishments, and tax withholdings.
  • Collaborate with HR and Accounting teams to ensure accurate payroll data and financial reporting.
  • Leverage advanced Excel skills to analyze payroll data, create reports, and improve payroll processes.
  • Stay updated on payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance requirements across various states.
  • Support additional finance and accounting tasks (e.g., accounts payable) gaining hands-on experience to develop broader expertise in financial operations.

Preferred Qualifications

    No preferred qualifications provided.