Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Payroll Clerk in the heart of Washington DC! We're seeking a meticulous professional to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing for our diverse workforce. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in finance while supporting the operational backbone of our organization.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 200+ employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Calculate and garnish wage deductions for taxes, benefits, and court orders
- Reconcile payroll general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies
- Generate payroll reports for management and external auditors
- Administer 401(k) plan enrollments and contribution calculations
- Respond to employee payroll inquiries within 24 hours
- Ensure compliance with federal/state labor laws and IRS regulations
Qualifications
- 3+ years of payroll processing experience with ADP or similar systems
- Proficient in MS Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, macros)
- Familiarity with DC/local tax regulations and garnishment procedures
- Associate's degree in Accounting or Business Administration required
- CPP certification or willingness to obtain within 6 months
- Exceptional attention to detail with 0% error tolerance
- Ability to handle sensitive information with absolute discretion