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Payroll Specialist

Convergenz
Washington, DC Contractor
POSTED ON 1/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/7/2026

Summary:

The candidates will provide data entry & payroll support. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, processing daily paperwork for entry into Lawson related to the regular and off-cycle payroll processing.

Scope:

  • Review all paperwork received in the Operations section.
  • Process monthly Student Loan paperwork to be entered into Lawson.
  • Update name, address, and W4 tax changes in Lawson.
  • Set up new Health insurance and life insurance deductions for staff.
  • Process all types of Personnel Actions (New Hire, Terminations, Salary Adjustments, etc) into Lawson.
  • Work closely with the payroll counseling staff to resolve paperwork issues.
  • Research and resolve payroll issues after the payroll is completed.
  • Provide sorting and filing of the high-volume paperwork received in the Office of Payroll and Benefits.
  • Process a high volume of call activity and influx of documentation.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma (College Degree Preferred)
  • Minimum one year’s experience working in a payroll processing environment; preferably Lawson Payroll System experience.
  • Must possess a minimum of 2 years working experience with Microsoft Office Suit.

Competencies:

  • Data Entry accuracy and experience in a high volume, customer service environment.
  • Detailed-oriented person with strong organizational skills and a working knowledge of computers.
  • The ability to multi-task while working in a complex, fast paced, confidential team environment, and recognize their responsibilities are critical.
  • The candidate should be self-motivated and independent.

Salary : $20 - $25

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