Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

Location: Gainesville, VA (Onsite)

Assignment Type: Permanent Hire

Compensation: $75,000 $80,000 / Annually

Work Schedule: M-F 9-5

Benefits: This position is eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join a collaborative HR team and take ownership of the full-cycle payroll process. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll for a large, multi-state employee population, while maintaining compliance with all applicable regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process full-cycle, multi-state payroll on a weekly basis for a large employee population
• Review and reconcile payroll data, including timesheets, earnings, and deductions
• Manage payroll discrepancies and perform regular reconciliations with the general ledger
• Administer garnishments, levies, and other wage-related deductions in compliance with regulations
• Handle federal and state payroll tax filings and ensure timely reporting
• Support year-end payroll activities, including W-2s and 1099s
• Generate and analyze payroll reports to support internal decision-making
• Conduct payroll audits to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries and provide clear, professional communication
• Assist with payroll system updates and process improvements

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of full-cycle payroll experience
• Experience processing multi-state payroll for large employee populations (400+ employees)
• Strong knowledge of payroll taxes, garnishments, and compliance regulations
• Experience with payroll systems (UKG Ready preferred)
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to communicate effectively across various employee groups
• Team-oriented with a proactive and dependable work style

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.