Payroll Specialist 16814781

Cherry Bekaert•Vienna, VA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Cherry Bekaert Staffing & Recruiting is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support end-to-end payroll processing for a growing organization. This role will play a key part in ensuring accurate and timely payroll while maintaining compliance with all applicable regulations. The ideal candidate is hands-on, organized, and experienced with multi-state payroll environments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or related field (or equivalent experience)
2+ years of payroll processing experience
Knowledge of multi-state payroll regulations and compliance
Experience with payroll systems such as ADP, UKG, Workday, Paylocity, or similar
Strong Excel skills and ability to handle large data sets
High attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality

Nice To Haves

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) is a plus
Experience in high-volume or fast-paced environments
Exposure to HRIS systems and benefits administration
Experience in industries such as professional services, nonprofit, or government contracting

Responsibilities

Process bi-weekly or semi-monthly payroll for a multi-state employee population
Review payroll data for accuracy, including hours worked, bonuses, commissions, and deductions
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
Maintain payroll records and assist with audits and reporting requirements
Support tax filings, garnishments, benefits deductions, and direct deposit processing
Reconcile payroll accounts and assist with month-end close activities
Partner with HR and Finance teams to resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries
Assist with year-end processing, including W-2s and related reporting