Payroll Specialist

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.

Responsibilities:

• 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.