Senior Payroll Analyst - ICMA-RC dba MissionSquare Retirement

Join a great place to work with MissionSquare Retirement, a FINANCIAL SERVICES LEADER in public sector employee retirement products and services. Headquartered in Washington, DC, MissionSquare Retirement was founded to provide portable retirement benefits for city and county managers, enabling accumulated retirement assets to be transferred between employers. Today, MissionSquare Retirement serves more than 1.5 million participant accounts, and more than 9,000 retirement plans across the country. We have an extraordinary talent base and invite you to consider joining MissionSquare Retirement's Finance Team.

Perform a broad range of payroll processing and payroll accounting functions in a fast-paced environment utilizing the Ultimate Kronos Group Payroll system (UKG Pro). Audit employee time sheets for accuracy of hours, FLSA compliance and company policies. Maintain, prepare and process payroll for corporate personnel. Prepare payroll related journal entries for period-end. Compile and submit payroll deductions related check requests and payments. Maintain current knowledge of IRS regulations pertaining to payroll administration. Payroll certification preferred.

Essential Functions for this role include:

• Bi-weekly payroll load, verification and reconciliation.
• Prepare accruals for salaries and benefits.
• W2 review and verification.
• Weekly travel and expense report review and processing
• Loading “other” income items to be reported on W2s, e.g., Runzheimer, Capital Relocation.
• Always strictly adhere to control procedures and exemplify honesty, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Assist with identification and implementation of processes to streamline operations for efficiencies, effectiveness, and control perspectives.
• Prepare schedules, accumulation of documents/files, etc. in conjunction with internal and external audits and reviews.
• Assist with the development and documentation of procedures that ensure proper segregation of responsibilities.
• Other duties as assigned.

If you have the following skills, we encourage you to apply:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. 

• Three to five years’ experience with hands on full cycle payroll processing.

• Knowledge and experience with multi-state taxation; payroll tax calculations and garnishments processing.

• Experience with Ultipro Software and basic accounting.

• FPC (Fundamental Payroll Certification), preferred.

• Knowledge and experience in the interpretation of all US Payroll tax rules and regulations

• Complete understanding timesheet audit and Overtime calculation rules

• Effective time management and organizational skills

• Flexibility and adaptability under pressure and deadlines

• Proven problem-solving skills.

• Positive customer service focus

• Proficiency with MS Excel

• Ability to deal effectively with associates at all levels in the organization.

 To benefit your career and support your wellbeing, we offer:

• Competitive Total Rewards (compensation and benefits) package, including 401(k) Plan with matching contributions.
• Varied incentive plans
• Flexible/Hybrid work schedules
• Wellness programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional and career development courses
• Mentoring programs
• Volunteerism program 

 As a company, MissionSquare Retirement is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create an environment that reflects the value and diversity of our employees and fosters respect among them. We believe that talent from diverse backgrounds will further enhance our ability, and mission, to serve those who serve their communities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected classifications under any applicable law.