Payroll Specialist
$55k - $90kSparks Group
Job Description
Job Description
Job Summary/Company:
Sparks Group has teamed with several prominent and successful companies in the Metro DC area to identify Payroll Specialists for contract, contract-to-hire and direct hire opportunities.
- Assist in payroll preparation required for processing semi-monthly multi-state payroll for salaried and hourly employees
- Process direct deposit authorization forms, W4 tax data and changes in employee personal data
- Process garnishments which include child supports, tax levies, student loans, WRIT of garnishments, etc.
- Assist with the auditing of payroll to ensure proper transmission
- Prepare daily ACH uploads and stop payments
- Respond to inquiries from employees and internal departments regarding payroll-related concerns
- Associate’s degree in business administration, finance or accounting preferred; experience in lieu of a degree is acceptable
- 2+ years of experience processing multi-cycle, multi-state payroll for 500+ employees
- High level proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and large ERP systems
- Demonstrated ability to communicate professionally in both verbal and written forms
- Proven and effective time management skills, organizational skills, and ability to multi-task
Notice for applicants: This posting is an evergreen talent pipeline for prospective placement opportunities and is not tied to a single requisition. The posted rate represents our good-faith range based on current and projected client billing schedules for this market. Final pay varies based on skill level, client requirements, and assignment location. Sparks Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not ask for salary history.
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This job is In-Person.
Pay Range: Salary $55,000.00 to $90,000.00
We offer several comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, paid and unpaid time off, and retirement and savings plans to qualifying employees.
Download the Sparks Group mobile app from Apple App Store or Google Play .
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Sparks Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, citizenship, family status, genetic information, disability, or protect veteran status.
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