Payroll Lead
Northwest Federal Credit Union

Overview

Northwest Federal Credit Union has an immediate opening for a Payroll Lead to join our team in Hendon, VA. The Payroll Lead will be responsible for managing the multi-state payroll life-cycle for 550+ bi-weekly and 50+ semi-monthly employees using UKG Pro.

Responsibilities

• Manage the bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll processing for both salary and hourly employees
• Manage multi-state payroll ensuring compliance with each state's regulations
• Address employee inquiries related to payroll in a timely and professional manner
• Review and reconcile payroll prior to finalizing and work with our ACH department to transmit payroll files for both bi-weekly and semi-monthly payrolls
• Generate payroll reports including PTO liability and general ledger for the accounting department
• Perform payroll account and general ledger reconciliation
• Ensure accurate data entry for new hires, separations, voluntary deductions, and pay rate changes in the payroll system
• Prepare, review, reconcile, and transmit 401(k) files, 409(A), and 457(B) files to vendors
• Reconcile monthly and quarterly payroll tax filings
• Prepare year-end reconciliation and W-2 processing
• Resolves any payroll discrepancies by collection and analyzing information
• Participate in various internal and external audits
• Process garnishments as per federal/state laws
• Ensure compliance with deferral, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices
• Perform all other related duties as assigned
• Remains cognizant of and adheres to NWFCU policies and procedures as well as regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA)

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Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field or equivalent experience
• Minimum 7 years of experience in payroll and benefits administration
• Strong proficiency in payroll processing and HRIS systems
• In-depth knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and regulations
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
• High level proficiency with advanced Excel functions including VLOOKUP and HRIS database reporting
• Ability to manage sensitive data with discretion and integrity
• Strong sense of accountability and commitment to excellence
• Stay abreast of state unemployment laws and regulations and filing requirements
• Customer-focused and results-oriented
• Commitment to continuous learning and development
• Exceptional communication, active listening, and organizational skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment and committed to payroll deadlines
• Ability to establish strong working relationships within a team setting
• Self-directed, capable of working independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to work on-site in our Herndon, VA office
• Must be able to work M-F 8am-5pm

Preferred

• Experience with multi-state payroll processing
• Prior experience using payroll processing tool, UKG Pro highly preferred
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification

EEO Notice

Northwest Federal Credit Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other classification protected by law.

NWFCU complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Department at 703-709-8900 or HRDepartment@nwfcu.org.

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