Payroll Senior

Payroll Senior | McLean, Virginia | $93,000 - $139,000We're hiring on behalf of a well-established, mission-driven organisation based in McLean, Virginia and this is a genuinely great opportunity for an experienced payroll professional ready to make an impact.The RoleAs a Payroll Senior, you'll be a key player within a tight-knit, collaborative team of five, supporting accurate and on-time bi-weekly payroll processing for a workforce of approximately 8,000 employeesWhat You'll Be DoingManaging end-to-end bi-weekly payroll processing (input, reconciliation, proofing)Ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local tax withholding and filing requirementsHandling withholding orders, garnishments, and tax settlementsConducting ongoing payroll audits and supporting HRIS system testingDocumenting and maintaining up-to-date processes and proceduresWhat They're Looking For5-7 years of high-volume, multi-state payroll experienceStrong Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP) "” tech-savvy candidates preferredWorkday experience strongly preferred (other enterprise systems considered)CPP certification a bonusSomeone who values stability, collaboration, and doing things the right wayThe Package$93,000 - $139,000 (sweet spot $120k-$125k) + OT eligibility5 days on-site in McLean, VA (Metro commute expenses or shuttle covered)Up to 6 weeks approved remote working per yearSummer Fridays (Memorial Day through Labour Day weekend perks)Genuine upskilling opportunities, including investment in AI toolsThis is a newly created position within a tenured, stable team "” a rare chance to grow with a company that invests in its people.

Created: 2026-05-08