Senior Payroll Accountant

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. Assist with the semi-monthly payroll cycle from timecard collection through final payroll processing and reporting .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payroll processing, including semi-monthly payroll cycles, payroll reconciliations, and compliance with federal, state, and local tax requirements. Proficient in using ADP and Deltek Costpoint for payroll management and timekeeping, with a strong focus on accuracy and confidentiality.

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ADP Payroll ProcessingDeltek Costpoint ExperienceFederal And State Payroll Tax CompliancePayroll Reconciliation And ControlsCertified Payroll Professional (CPP)

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingTimekeeping ManagementPayroll ReconciliationData AnalysisPayroll AccountingMulti-State Payroll ExperiencePayroll System ImplementationWorkflow OptimizationExcel ProficiencyPayroll Adjustments

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAnalytical AbilitiesProblem-Solving SkillsConfidentialityIntegrity

Tools & Technologies

ADPDeltek CostpointPayroll ERP SystemsTime & Expense Management Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC)

Industry Keywords

Government ContractingDCAA ComplianceLabor Charging RequirementsAerospace IndustryHighly Regulated Organizations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with the semi-monthly payroll cycle from timecard collection through final payroll processing and reporting
Process payroll using ADP and Deltek Costpoint
Review payroll inputs, payroll registers, and exception reports for accuracy and discrepancies
Validate hours, overtime, PTO, holiday pay, bonuses, deductions, reimbursements, and other payroll transactions
Process payroll adjustments, corrections, retroactive payments, off-cycle payments, and special payroll transactions
Reconcile payroll-related accounts and reports between ADP, Costpoint, the general ledger, and other systems
Administer timekeeping and timecard procedures and ensure accurate project, contract, cost center, and charge-code allocation
Resolve missing, incorrect, or late timecards and monitor timekeeping exceptions
Partner with Program Finance, Accounting, Contracts, managers, employees, and HR on payroll and timekeeping issues
Establish and maintain employee payroll records in ADP, Costpoint, and related systems
Support payroll and timekeeping onboarding, training, employee changes, and self-service guidance
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax requirements
Review tax filings, deposits, reports, notices, and employee tax issues
Support year-end payroll activities, including W-2s, tax reporting, reconciliations, and employee inquiries
Maintain and update payroll policies, procedures, calendars, deadlines, and process documentation
Maintain confidential payroll and tax records and ensure appropriate retention and protection
Follow internal controls and support internal and external audits and corrective actions
Support DCAA, CAS, and government-contracting compliance related to labor charging, timekeeping, and payroll

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
5+ years of payroll experience, including experience supporting a multi-state payroll environment
Experience supporting a semi-monthly payroll process
Hands-on experience with ADP and Deltek Costpoint or comparable payroll/ERP systems
Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax requirements
Experience with timekeeping, timecard review, payroll reconciliations, and payroll controls
Strong understanding of payroll accounting and general ledger reconciliation
Strong Excel and data-analysis skills
Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
High level of confidentiality and integrity when handling employee compensation and personal information
Experience working for a government contractor, defense contractor, aerospace company, or other highly regulated organization preferred
Experience with Deltek Costpoint Time & Expense and Payroll preferred
Knowledge of government-contracting timekeeping and labor-charging requirements preferred
Experience supporting DCAA, DCMA, or other government audits preferred
Experience supporting internal and external audits preferred
CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) or FPC certification preferred
Experience with multi-state payroll and complex organizational structures preferred
Experience with payroll system implementations, upgrades, or integrations preferred
Experience improving payroll processes through automation and workflow optimization preferred
Successful completion of a comprehensive background check, security investigation, and drug screening
Employment is contingent upon required screening completion

Benefits

Comp & perks

401k Plan
Flexible Work Schedules
Tuition Reimbursement
Co-Sponsored Health Plan
Paid Leave
Stable work environment
Comprehensive benefit package