Government Payroll Operations Analyst

Continental Electronics Corporation is a leading provider of RF technologies and innovative solutions with 80 years of proven performance. We are the go-to supplier for a diversified product line supporting commercial, military, and space research markets.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced payroll professional to manage weekly timekeeping administration for our government program timekeeping system. This highly visible position supports both operations and finance, ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely timekeeping processes. You will reconcile posted hours, provide labor cost assessments and forecasting support, and train new employee groups on proper timekeeping practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily, weekly, and payroll-close timecard audits
• Ensure timely and accurate timecard processing and issue resolution
• Manage timesheet corrections and pay adjustments activities
• Review case outcomes to ensure consistency, accuracy, and compliance
• Support high-volume or high-risk operational periods as needed
• Remain hands-on and willing to support case processing, audits, or urgent operational needs
• Manage vendor and customer set-up and edits
• Administer employee timecard training
• Uphold the company’s core values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork
• Demonstrate behavior consistent with the company’s Code of Ethics and Conduct
• Report any quality problems or defects to management for corrective action
• Perform duties that may be modified or assigned to meet business needs

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, preferred
• Deltek Costpoint ERP experience, preferred
• 5 years’ experience in a professional accounting or finance role
• Former exposure to government program timecard processing
• Quantitative analytical skills, including the ability to review and analyze payroll reports
• Self-starter comfortable interacting face-to-face with employees
• Ability to work collaboratively across functional departments
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Creative problem solver with strong analytical thinking and prioritization skills

Benefits

• Comprehensive health plans
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability, life, and AD&D insurance
• Leave of absence programs
• Voluntary benefits
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, bereavement, and jury duty
• Flexible time-off for full-time salaried employees
• Eligibility for long-term incentives and discretionary bonuses
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) with discounted company stock

Pay

Annual base salary range: $92,000 to $102,000. Final compensation will be determined based on job level, geographic location, experience, skills, education, and market considerations.