Payroll accountant

Quantum Leap is the leading technology services company focused on providing operationally focused solutions for select clientele within the United States Government (USG). Quantum Leap was founded by a team of technologists and engineers to focus exclusively on advancing USG interests against the Nation’s pacing threats in an age of Strategic (Great Power) Competition.

We have built a highly collaborative workforce dedicated to countering those threats in an environment designed for success. This is an entrepreneurial, fast‑growing company, where the right candidate can join and really make a difference. This position reports to the Payroll Manager.

• Process payroll in UKG for a minimum of 250 employees.
• Administer end‑to‑end payroll processing for multi‑entity and multi‑state organizations across semi‑monthly and monthly payroll cycles, ensuring a high degree of accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with applicable payroll regulations.
• Prepare payroll reports and payroll‑related general ledger journal entries for submission to Accounting to support accurate financial reporting and payroll expense allocations.
• Monthly review, reconciliation and authorization of payroll invoices including health benefits, 401(k) invoices and various other fringe benefit invoices.
• Ensure the processing of all employee actions, including new hires, promotions, and terminations is accurate and timely.
• Ensure UKG and administrative business processes and company policies are followed as applicable.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.
• Process regular files feeds with supporting vendors.
• Ensure business is up to date on all employee state tax regulations, filings and other federal, state or local compliance related reports as needed.
• Coordinate payroll processing activities with HR, and other department managers.
• Perform additional payroll accounting, reporting, reconciliation, and administrative duties as assigned.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll and employee information with company data security standards.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Accounting or related field.
• 8+ years’ direct hands‑on experience using ADP, UKG or other enterprise payroll system.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Highest level of confidentiality and discretion.
• Strong communication skills and customer service mindset.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Prompt, regular, and predictable attendance in the Leesburg and/or Vienna office is an essential function of this position.
• Must be a US citizen and have the ability to obtain a security clearance.

We seek the best‑and‑brightest professionals at all levels so offer highly competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package. Company‑sponsored benefits include: 6% 401(k) company match; 100% premium subsidy for employees (75% for dependents);
Anthem medical, Guardian dental, life and disability coverage; 3 weeks vacation; 2 weeks sick leave, and 11 holidays.

Quantum Leap is an Equal Opportunity Employer.