Payroll Specialist

NIKA is hiring for a full-time Payroll Specialist to join our dynamic Accounting and Finance team located in our HQ office in Rockville, MD! The primary focus of this role will be to work closely with staff and senior management to coordinate all supporting functions related to the payroll/AP process and corresponding provider software. At NIKA, you'll be excited to come to work each day. This position comes with a competitive salary package that includes health/dental insurance, 401(k), bonus programs, and many other perks. Our convenient suburban office boasts an on-staff barista, pool table, well-stocked kitchen, free parking, and much more. Primary Duties and Responsibilities:The Payroll Specialist will process multiple different payrolls on independent schedules; semi-monthly (non-union) and weekly (union), and ad hoc as necessaryEnter New Hire's, Terminations, Salary changes and Benefits into Paycom in addition to submitting all changes for Union Employees to Union delegate via fax / e-mailEnsure accuracy of payroll records by maintaining Paycom with updates in employee status changes, tax withholdings, child support, wage garnishments, tax levies, benefit deductions, vacation, holiday, etc.Prepare, reconcile, and submit all reports for Local Union benefits on a monthly basis and remit payments in timely mannerReview timesheets for accuracy and timelinessReview business-related expense accounts and reporting to ensure all payments are funding from proper sources and with correct authorizationCreate and maintain reports in PaycomPrepare and remit federal, state and local payroll tax reports in a timely fashionReconcile payroll and benefits journal entries as part of monthly close processManage employee paid time off accruals and usageCommunicate and align with Paycom and Accounting Team to ensure proper timing of all scheduled activities occurProvide high level of internal customer service when resolving issues and answering payroll related questions of employees as applicableResponsible for companywide messages and communications related to Payroll function and cyclesReports to Manager of Accounting and Finance Job Requirements and Essential Skills:Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field preferred, Associate's Degree required3-8 Years' experience in payroll, ideally in Government ContractingExperience with CBA / DBA / SCA payroll is requiredPaycom experience is required, Unanet experience is a plusMust be fluent in Excel and Microsoft Office knowledgeCommunicate effectively with all members of staff regarding payrollAbility to adapt to changing environment and support of multiple business locations NIKA is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.