Payroll Manager - Finance

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of the bi-weekly labor and payroll processing.
  • This includes timekeeping, all labor and payroll maintenance/functions, and all payroll related month-end, quarter-end and year-end duties.
  • Audits payroll information for accuracy; researches and resolves discrepancies related to payroll and/or benefit information and documentation (benefit deductions, salary status, late hires, leave of absence, terminating employees, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring accuracy of records and employee payments.
  • Analyzes payroll reports and creates payroll related journal entries, performing account reconciliations using established policies and procedures, in a timely manner.
  • Serves as system administrator for the electronic timesheet and payroll systems and as the company point of contact for timesheet questions.
  • Maintains and compiles all payroll and accounting work papers and prepares all required reports as requested; assists in compiling and analyzing labor and payroll audit responses prior to submission to outside auditors.
  • Maintains correspondence, and other confidential records according to established procedures; preparing and submitting labor statistics reports and maintaining COBRA payments.
  • Responsible for other Payroll duties as assigned, including related special projects.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Accounting, Finance or related field, Certified Payroll Professional strongly desired; Associates degree coupled with relevant years of experience and Certified Payroll Professional certification will be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years of related experience in payroll processing and oversight with exposure to accounting; will consider equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience processing payroll in ADP Workforce Now.
• Experience processing labor in Costpoint and all People related modules preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with all levels of staff and internal and external.
• Critical, analytical, and creative thinking to identify and solve problems.
• A strong team player.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees; ability to understand and follow oral and written instruction; ability to organize and perform work independently with general instructions.
• Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills and ability to effectively prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Computer literacy including highly proficient skills with Microsoft Office tools – Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits, including diverse health insurance options, generous 10% contribution to retirement, 6 weeks 100% paid parental leave, 20 days paid time off, and relocation reimbursement.
• Mission-oriented work at a non-profit that supports and protects our Nation’s warfighters; as a non-profit, IDA employees are eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL).
• Professional development including tuition reimbursement, internal and external trainings, and funding for researcher-pitched projects and publications.
• A strong employee and corporate culture of work-life balance, including commitment to average 40-hour work weeks through flex time, partial telework options, and expectation of communication only during core business hours.
• Located in Alexandria's high-tech corridor, IDA's Potomac Yard facility is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, workspaces and gym.
• Easy access to local dining and shopping, the Potomac Yard Metro stop and the Potomac Yard DASH bus stop.
• Employer contributes $300/month (IRS max) to commuter benefits.

Compensation

• Reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $100,556 - $160,890.
• Individual salary within this range will be commensurate with the incumbent’s experience, unique skills and qualifications, and other relevant factors.