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Senior Payroll Specialist

Employer
The Washington Post
Location
Washington, DC
Closing date
Aug 12, 2022

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Industry
Media / Journalism / Advertising
Function
Software Developer, Editor, Journalist and Freelance Writer, IT
Hours
Full Time
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Manager)
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Job Description

The Senior Payroll Specialist is responsible for completing the entire biweekly and/or monthly payroll cycle processes in Workday for a population of 2,500 employees, comprised of Union and Non-Union workers. The primary focus is to manage and verify the input information, execute the transmittal of payroll, research and resolve any payroll related issues, and provide excellent customer service to employees. Ensures all payroll tasks are completed with adherence to internal compliance, policies, and federal, state, and local legislative requirements. Research complex payroll and taxation questions such as multi-state, global mobility, and fringe benefits and be able to document and communicate the complexity and a proposed solution. Resolves employee question timely. Uses payroll knowledge to proactively run audit and validate accuracy of preliminary pay results through the Workday payroll system.

Responsibilities
  • In coordination with fellow Payroll team members, process full cycle payroll for 1,400 biweekly and 1,100 monthly employees in two FEINs employees following standard operating procedures and checklists
  • Maintain efficient payroll processes that complies with all Federal and State regulations. Update these processes as changes occur.
  • Generate manual or on-demand checks as necessary
  • Manage all On-Cycle payroll input and internal reporting
  • Access, populate, validate, and load mass entries via EIB
  • Manage Workday business process notifications payroll tasks
  • Manage unsubmitted timesheets and late manager approvals
  • Review payroll data for errors. Run audit reports and prepare payroll preliminary reconciliation.
  • Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports of payroll transactions through electronic storage
  • Liaise with HR, on any pay related issues such as retroactive results, benefits, leaves of absence, FMLA, and special circumstances.
  • Assist with year-end projects and audits
  • Utilize ADP Smart Compliance for ancillary services such as wage payments, garnishments, unemployment compensation, and tax filings
  • Create and maintain standard operating procedural documentation for assigned tasks
  • Facilitates audits by providing records and documentation to auditors
  • Address emails from supervisors and employees regarding payroll-related matters
  • Identifies and recommends updates to payroll procedures
  • Performs other duties as assigned


Minimum Qualifications
  • 4 + years payroll experience in a multistate, multi-FEIN environment
  • Solid foundation of payroll knowledge
  • Good organizational and time management skills
  • Attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
  • Ability to communicate effectively
  • Ability to work as a team member
  • Skilled on Microsoft Excel
  • Respect for confidentiality
  • Proven ability to work remotely


Preferred Qualifications
  • BS/BA in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • Workday Payroll processing experience
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Experience with unions
  • Fundamental Payroll Practitioner (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)


The Post strives to provide its readers with high-quality, trustworthy news and information while constantly innovating. That mission is best served by a diverse, multi-generational workforce with varied life experiences and perspectives. All cultures and backgrounds are welcomed.

The innovation doesn't end in the Newsroom - dozens of teams power The Washington Post. We are now hiring the next innovator - how will you Impact Tomorrow?

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Company

Thank you for your interest in a career with The Washington Post. We invite you to review all of our open positions to find the one that's right for you. We look forward to receiving your resume!


Since it first began publication more than 130 years ago, The Washington Post has grown into one of the most storied and respected news organizations in the world. A subsidiary of The Washington Post Company, today's Post is the indispensable guide to Washington. In print, we enjoy the highest penetration of any major metropolitan newspaper in the United States. On the web, we have the third largest news website with 17 million unique visitors each month, and have recently launched a celebrated news app for the iPad. We serve Washington in all media, on any platform, including paid products, events, and tailored content.

More broadly, The Washington Post Company delivers quality products to today's students, readers and viewers. What unites our company is the immediacy of our products and services, created by teachers and tutors at Kaplan; reporters and editors at our media properties; and associates at Cable ONE.
Washington Post Media views its employees as its most valuable asset and provides a comprehensive benefits package to promote healthy and balanced lives at work and at home. We offer competitive salaries, opportunities for training and career advancement and an outstanding, progressive benefits package including:
Health and dental benefits
Flexible healthcare and dependent care spending accounts
401(k) and company-funded cash balance plan
Life and disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption assistance
Domestic partner benefits
Employee assistance program
Employee referral program
 

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Location
1301 K Street, N.W.
 Washington
DC
20036
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