Senior Payroll Manager

Greater Washington, DC Area
· Hybrid (In office only a couple times per month)
· Full-Time

$130,000 – $150,000 Base Compensation + Discretionary Bonus

An established government contractor is hiring a Senior Manager of Payroll to own payroll operations end to end for a growing, multi-entity organization.

• You own the M&A payroll work. Primary point of contact for acquisition payroll, including payroll provider migration — experience that's hard to get and hard to replace.
• Real complexity, not just volume. Multi-FEIN payroll, DCAA compliance, government contract requirements, and audit support. A genuine step up if you've outgrown straightforward processing.
• A mandate to improve the function. You're expected to drive automation, strengthen controls, and lead system enhancements and integrations, not just run the cycle.
• A leadership seat with a team to manage and develop, partnering closely with HR and Finance.

• End-to-end payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, tax law, and employment standards
• DCAA compliance across government contract payroll, plus internal and external audit support
• Benefits administration including deductions, contributions, and reconciliations
• Payroll reporting, tax filings, and year-end statements
• Off-cycle payrolls including terminations, resignations, and final PTO payouts
• Acquisition payroll and payroll provider migration
• Process improvement, automation, and payroll system upgrades

• Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 5–7 years in payroll management, preferably in a leadership role
• Deltek Costpoint required; experience with modern payroll platforms
• Multi-FEIN payroll experience and working knowledge of DOL requirements
• Strong analytical skills and a track record of streamlining payroll processes
• CPP designation preferred, not required

Medical with HSA-eligible options, employer-paid dental and vision, employer-sponsored disability and life coverage, 401(k) with company match, flexible schedules and telework, paid holidays, PTO, and paid parental leave.