Payroll Accountant

Payroll Accountant

The payroll accountant is responsible for preparing, reviewing and ensuring the accuracy of semi‑monthly payrolls, participating in quarterly and year‑end tax reporting, and performing professional accounting functions such as balance‑sheet reconciliations and month‑end accruals.

• Process multiple state payrolls semi‑monthly for hourly and salaried domestic and US expatriate employees.
• Maintain and review payroll through Ultimate Software to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including salaries, terminations, benefits, garnishments, child support, taxes and other deductions.
• Calculate prorated hours, short‑term disabilities, military pay, severance pay, danger and hazardous pay, relocation, paid time off payouts and other related payroll calculations.
• Review submitted timesheets, unapproved PTO pending and PTO cancellations in Ultimate Software Time Management system.
• Prepare GL files for Global Payroll Manager and Senior Director, Financial Reporting & Control on a semi‑monthly basis.
• Review all documentation from Human Resources for completeness and coordinate with HR for corrections.
• Prepare accounts payable related transactions for payroll such as retirement funding, taxes and garnishments, and related journal entries for account reconciliation and accruals.
• Ensure compliance with Federal, State and local wage and hourly guidelines for best practices.
• Serve as primary contact for resolving issues with employees and managers regarding payroll calculations, taxes and payments.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports of payroll transactions.
• Reconcile and perform payroll and employee benefits reconciliations to resolve outstanding issues on a monthly basis.
• Provide support to the Global Payroll Manager to successfully execute W2 and year‑end reporting.
• Work closely with the HR department to ensure the accuracy of employee benefits and health insurance deductions.
• Provide support for 401K and Worker’s Compensation audits as needed.
• Serve as backup for the Korean Local National payroll.
• Maintain and validate monthly grant chargeable reporting information for DoD Grant.
• Develop comprehensive reporting and analytics from payroll data using Business Intelligence to support analysis and external reporting.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Position is in‑person, located in Arlington, VA.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required. CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) a plus.
• 3‑5 years of payroll experience.
• Ability to prepare, modify and run Business Intelligence People Analytics report in Ultimate Software or other payroll systems.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Federal, State and local law and regulations.
• Excellent understanding of GAAP, balance‑sheet reconciliations and monthly accruals.
• Must have strong proficiency with Ultimate Software and Time Management software or other payroll systems.
• Knowledge of Sage Intacct or other ERP systems.
• Ability to obtain and maintain proper credentials necessary to access USO Center locations and facilities including security, credit, background screening, SOFA status and a valid driver’s license.
• Must be a strong advocate of the USO’s mission.

• Resume and cover letter are required for full consideration.
• Background check – education, criminal record and driving record required.
• Position may include additional duties, cross‑training and coverage as needed.

Resume and cover letter are required for full consideration.