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Behavioral Framework · 12 hours ago

Payroll and HR Specialist

Rockville, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$55K/yr - $60K/yr

2+ years exp

Behavioral Framework is the leading provider of ABA therapy to children diagnosed with autism in the DMV area, and they are seeking an experienced Payroll and HR Specialist. This role supports accurate and timely payroll processing and serves as the primary point of contact for payroll-related inquiries, ensuring payroll accuracy and compliance.

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Responsibilities

Support bi-weekly payroll processing, including audits, data validation, and payroll submission, under the guidance of the Senior Payroll and HR Specialist

Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll-related inquiries, responding to employee questions and resolving issues related to pay, tax updates, address changes, and required payroll corrections

Assist with payroll inputs, including bonuses, retroactive pay, off-cycle payments, and compensation changes

Investigate payroll tax tickets, including local tax code issues, and coordinate updates with local tax agencies as needed

Troubleshoot tax election and withholding issues with employees

Process and submit payroll-related documentation, including tax notices and withholding orders, to third-party vendors

Audit pending garnishments and support ongoing garnishment administration

Complete and respond to requests for pay records, employment and wage verifications, and Medical Support Notices; submit required documentation to applicable child support agencies

Assist with expense report review and approval, ensuring compliance with company expense policies

Follow up with employees to obtain or confirm information needed for payroll accuracy, including address changes and tax updates

Reconcile payroll-related integrations, including 401(k) and HSA contributions, with external vendors

Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation to support compliance, audits, and internal controls

Support payroll projects and perform other related duties as needed

Qualification

Payroll processingWorkday PayrollPayroll tax regulationsMulti-state payroll experienceCustomer serviceBachelor's degreeGarnishment administrationHigh-volume payrollEmployee inquiries

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

Minimum of 2 years of payroll experience, supporting payroll processing in a multi-state environment

Experience supporting bi-weekly or high-volume payroll operations

Experience working with payroll tax agencies, garnishments, and third-party vendors

Familiarity with payroll tax regulations, wage and hour laws, and compliance requirements at the federal, state, and local levels

Experience responding to employee payroll inquiries and resolving discrepancies in a customer-service–focused environment

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work at minimum 40 hours per week

Ability to work cooperatively with others

Must comply with practice policies and procedures

Requires daily in-office work

Physical activities include sitting for long periods of time, walking, bending, kneeling

Must be able to reach, pull, and push