Payroll Administrator

Job ID: 115061 | Remote-eligible role reporting to Danbury, CT site.

About the role

We are hiring a Payroll Administrator to join the DRS Naval Power Systems team. As a member of the payroll team, you will process payroll—balancing and reconciling figures for three facilities and approximately 1,500 employees.

Responsibilities

• Process biweekly salary/hourly payroll and weekly payroll for hourly union employees.
• Consolidate timesheets and prepare submission to ADP.
• Set up direct deposit and tax withholding information.
• Stay current with taxation of salaries, benefits, and other payroll factors.
• Process and monitor garnishment orders and other payroll-related issues.
• Document and maintain all payroll records.
• Support audit requests and reconcile general ledger for payroll transactions.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues.
• Verify payroll, entering exceptions such as overtime, LOA, sick time, and vacation time.
• Prepare quarterly 941 reports, 401(k) match verifications, and employment verifications for credit applications or mortgages.
• Balance year-end W-2 data, including gross wages, taxes, and moving expenses.

Requirements

• 2+ years of payroll experience and a high school diploma; associate’s degree preferred.
• Experience in a union and manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with ADP payroll systems.
• Strong organization and mathematical skills.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
• Knowledge of payroll business procedures and principles.
• Able to meet deadlines and prioritize multiple tasks.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company contribution to a health savings account.
• Telemedicine, life and disability insurance, and legal insurance.
• 401(k) savings plan.
• Wellness programs focusing on physical, emotional, and financial well-being.
• Career-growth programs, professional development, and skill enhancement.
• Flexible work schedules with a 9/80 program.
• Competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.