Payroll Manager - Labor Accountant

Cdd Spa - Alexandria, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Alexandria, VA

Food Services and Drinking Places

About the position

The Payroll Manager - Labor Accountant at Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is a leadership role focused on creating scalable payroll processes for a growing organization. This position requires a deep understanding of accounting principles and regulations, as well as the ability to manage a team effectively. The role is critical in ensuring compliance with GAAP, CAS, and FAR while overseeing payroll functions and maintaining accurate employee records.

Responsibilities

• Manage compliance of all Payroll and Timekeeping with GAAP, CAS, and the FAR
• Manage the maintenance and documentation of proper controls and policies related to timekeeping and payroll with the Controller
• Manage the bi-monthly payroll functions including full execution of the payroll and related processes
• Ensure employee payroll records are accurately maintained in the respective systems
• Assist with the completion of the annual Incurred Cost Submission and own Schedule L
• Assist in the annual budget process and provide support as necessary
• Ensure all audit requests are provided timely and accurately from the Payroll team
• Review and maintain the monthly reconciliation of all respective general ledger accounts and resolve variances timely
• Manage a team of individuals with varied backgrounds to optimal performance
• Perform account research and ad-hoc accounting/reporting/administrative tasks
• Collaborate with the HR team to manage the annual 401K audit from a Payroll perspective
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 10+ years Accounting experience, including managing others
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• Government contracting and Deltek Costpoint experience
• Knowledge of GAAP, CAS, FAR and control understanding
• Strong organizational, prioritization skills, and attention to detail
• Actively focuses on team development and growth
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrate high level of integrity, professionalism including teamwork
• Ability to effectively plan, work well under pressure and short deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong problem solving, research, and analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and a desire to work in a collaborative environment
• Creates an atmosphere in which timely information flows smoothly through the organization
• Actively pursues learning and self-development to enhance personal, professional and business growth; shares learning and development with their team
• Strong Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word skills