Job Description

Payroll Consultant
Location: 2 3 days in office Richmond, VA (preferred); McLean, VA (second option); Dallas, TX (optional)
Employment Type: W2 Contract (Hourly pay only; benefits available at employee cost)
Eligibility: US Citizens or Permanent Residents Only

Position Overview:
We are seeking payroll professionals to join our client's Financial Services Risk and Controls function. Openings are available at both the Manager/Supervisor and Analyst/Senior Associate levels. These roles will oversee or support accurate, compliant payroll operations across U.S. and international regions, working closely with internal teams and third-party vendors. Successful candidates will bring deep payroll expertise, strong risk and compliance knowledge, and the ability to manage relationships, audits, and system processes in a high-volume environment.

Key Responsibilities Payroll Manager (Supervisor/Manager Level):

• Oversee accurate and timely delivery of U.S. and international payroll, including off-cycle/on-cycle events, manual check processing, and payroll funding.

• Manage financial reporting, tax compliance, garnishment processing, W-2 delivery, and statutory payments.

• Ensure payroll system accuracy post-updates, maintain required documentation, and uphold payroll subject matter expertise.

• Manage vendor relationships and service-level agreements, ensuring contractual compliance.

• Conduct audits of internal teams and vendors to ensure compliance with policies, legal requirements, and corporate standards.

• Provide oversight for executive benefit programs such as PSU and RSU.

Key Responsibilities Payroll Processing Analyst (Analyst/Sr. Associate Level):

• Coordinate and process domestic and international payroll activities.

• Create and maintain process documentation to ensure consistent procedures across all locations.

• Maintain internal controls, support audits, and ensure compliance with policies and legal requirements.

• Research and resolve payroll issues promptly and accurately.

• Manage timely funding of international payroll liabilities; prepare monthly general ledger files.

• Oversee year-end reconciliation and reporting for all payroll locations.

• Liaise with third-party providers and respond to notifications from providers or tax authorities.

Required Qualifications (Manager & Analyst Levels):

• Experience in payroll operations, including both domestic and international processing.

• Knowledge of payroll systems, compliance standards, and tax regulations.

• Strong risk and compliance understanding in payroll-related processes.

• Vendor management experience and ability to oversee audits.

• Excellent documentation, organizational, and communication skills.

• Experience with executive benefit programs (PSU, RSU) preferred for Manager level.

Additional Information:

• Contract roles through December 31, 2025.

• W2 employment only; benefits available at the employee's cost.

• U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency is required.

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