Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Senior Payroll Clerk in the heart of Washington DC! We're urgently seeking a meticulous professional to manage payroll operations for our growing organization. This critical role ensures accurate and timely compensation for 500+ employees while maintaining strict compliance with federal and district regulations. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and possess exceptional attention to detail, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for multi-state employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Calculate and garnish wages for tax levies, child support, and wage attachments
- Administer employee benefits deductions (401k, health insurance, FSA)
- Reconcile payroll accounts and prepare year-end tax forms (W-2, 1099)
- Respond to payroll inquiries from HR and employees within SLA
- Maintain compliance with FLSA, DOL, and DC wage regulations
- Collaborate with auditors during quarterly and annual reviews
Qualifications
- 5+ years payroll processing experience with multi-state operations
- Proficient in ADP Workforce Now or comparable HCM system
- Active CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) designation required
- Advanced Excel skills with VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and macros
- Deep understanding of FLSA, DOL, and DC wage laws
- Experience with garnishment processing and compliance
- Proven track record of payroll audit preparation
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field