Budget Support Specialist

FedWriters, Inc.•Washington, DC

6d•$29 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

What if your payroll expertise could do more than cut checks — it could safeguard the retirement dreams of American workers? Join FWI as a Payroll Specialist supporting PBGC, where precision meets purpose and your work has real, lasting impact Join our team as a Payroll Specialist and support the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC) by protecting private-sector pension plans and supporting their continuation. In this role, you will ensure efficient payroll operations, directly contribute to the retirement security of millions of Americans. Your work is crucial in maintaining the stability of private-sector pension plans and will impact countless lives. FWI has been recognized as a Top Workplace by the Washington Post in 2024 and 2025, offering excellent growth opportunities in a collaborative environment. Work Schedule and Location: On-Site: This full-time on-site position will work Monday through Friday, 8:00AM to 5:00PM at The PBGC Headquarters in Washington, D.C.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or related field
At least 1 year of payroll processing experience
Knowledge of payroll systems, preferably QuickTime and FPPS
Understanding of payroll laws, regulations, and agency policies and procedures
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain strict confidentiality

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Federal Employee terminology, payroll processes, and retirement systems
Proficiency in ADP, Paychex, or QuickBooks Payroll

Responsibilities

Administer the payroll system: grant access, designate roles, reset passwords, train and support users
Process bi-weekly time and attendance: review timesheets, clarify items, forward error reports, release timesheets for processing
Adjust timecards: review manual changes, verify calculations, forward for processing
Handle payroll deductions: record, track, verify documents, and make changes upon request
Update payroll records: maintain records securely for new, transferred, or terminated employees
Administer transit subsidy program: update info, assist with fund allocation
Process subsidized parking program: track payments, reconcile employees, submit totals to accounting
Provide customer service: respond to inquiries, resolve issues, escalate complex problems
Audit records: correct as needed based on audits and investigations
Develop reports: create special reports as requested by the Contracting Officer's Representative
Update standard operating procedures: assist with creating and updating procedures and policies related to payroll