EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ: SATS) headquartered in Englewood, CO, with additional locations world-wide, is a premier global provider of satellite solutions and technology services. Together with its major subsidiaries-EchoStar Satellite Services and Hughes Network Systems- EchoStar offers employees the opportunity to explore the boundaries of what's possible in the fields of engineering and the business functions transforming this engineering into revenue.EchoStar has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Payroll Specialist. This position will be located in our Gaithersburg, MD location, reporting to a Senior Payroll Manager. This role will be responsible for processing the EchoStar payroll across our domestic organization with growth opportunity to eventual global payroll processing. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of all payroll functions and will be responsible for processing the currently existing domestic payroll of approximately 1,800 employees located throughout the US. The Payroll Specialist ensures that employee payroll processing complies with federal and state laws.Responsibilities: Processes and ensures accuracy in all phases of the payroll processing cycle to include: reconciliation of payroll tax deposits/remittances to the government and third parties in a timely manner. Processes bi-weekly multi-state domestic Exempt and Non- Exempt payrolls for assigned segmented payroll groups by established deadlines. Manages and provides comprehensive review of time entered by employees electronically and manually as well as ensures required approvals are obtained. Also, coordinates efforts between various departments to ensure data collection and accuracy while adhering to a stringent time schedule resulting in completed and posted payroll. Ensures preparation and filing of various bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly, as well as annual payroll tax returns. Provides assistance to employees, timekeepers and supervisors with payroll issues to include requests for payroll information on a regular basis.Researches payroll issues/discrepancies, and processes necessary corrections; complies with the regulatory standards and policies and procedures of payroll. Assist Payroll Manager with balancing and reconciliation of all payroll related general ledger postings. Capable of calculating retroactive/adjusted pay for new hires, terms, and pay increases; verifies deduction calculations with respect to elected deductions, garnished wages, and Sec. 125 plans; for newly enrolled or changes to existing employees. Assist in payroll accounting, transactions, reporting, and other operationsManages, generates, validates, and submits for approval of all check, ACH and wire transmissions as they relate to payroll.Reviews year end data and reporting to applicable agencies; overseer of in-house preparation of annual employee W-2 forms. Provides accurate and detailed information to employees/management as requested with respect to confidential and time sensitive matters; additionally, provides clear oral and written communication that reflects excellent customer service. Maintain and grow strong business relationships with internal partners including HR, IT and company management. Remain current on all government regulations regarding payroll. Ensures that all transactions processed are compliant with IRS/State regulations; company policies and practices and SOX controls. Leadership role in payroll system implementations/upgrades including development of project plans, requirements and testing.Basic Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business or a related field10 or more years of experience of multi-state US payroll/payroll tax filing and garnishment processingPreferred Qualifications:CPP is a major plusExperience with processing in-house payrollAdvanced PC skills across MS Office SuiteExperience with global payroll provider (ADP) preferred to support future growth initiativesBring a hands-on attitudeStrong interpersonal, written and presentation skills with external and internal customers within a team or organizationAble to independently problem-solve and make decisionsExpert at attention to detail with strong analytical and organizational skillsHigh emotional IQ - very strong communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work effectively across multiple functional and business groupsA successful track record in change managementA proven ability to be decisive, resolve issues and deliver on commitments and deadlinesDemonstrated creativity and flexibility in problem solving and project collaborationSuperior organization and prioritization skillsSkilled in data analysis and proven ability to present data in a clear, concise and compelling mannerAbility to be decisive, resolve issues and deliver on commitments and deadlinesDemonstrated creativity and flexibility in problem solving and project collaborationSuperior organization and prioritization skillsEchoStar and its Affiliated Companies are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. US Citizenship is required for certain positions. EEO is the law.