What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Specialist position at FedWriters, Inc.?
Overview
What if your payroll expertise could do more than cut checks — it could safeguard the retirement dreams of American workers? Join FWI as a Payroll Specialist supporting PBGC, where precision meets purpose and your work has real, lasting impact
Join our team as a Payroll Specialist and support the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC) by protecting private-sector pension plans and supporting their continuation. In this role, you will ensure efficient payroll operations, directly contribute to the retirement security of millions of Americans. Your work is crucial in maintaining the stability of private-sector pension plans and will impact countless lives.
FWI has been recognized as a Top Workplace by the Washington Post in 2024 and 2025, offering excellent growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.
Work Schedule and Location:
On-Site: This full-time on-site position will work Monday through Friday, 8:00AM to 5:00PM at The PBGC Headquarters in Washington, D.C.
Responsibilities
Administer the payroll system: grant access, designate roles, reset passwords, train and support users
Process bi-weekly time and attendance: review timesheets, clarify items, forward error reports, release timesheets for processing
Adjust timecards: review manual changes, verify calculations, forward for processing
Handle payroll deductions: record, track, verify documents, and make changes upon request
Update payroll records: maintain records securely for new, transferred, or terminated employees
Administer transit subsidy program: update info, assist with fund allocation
Process subsidized parking program: track payments, reconcile employees, submit totals to accounting
Provide customer service: respond to inquiries, resolve issues, escalate complex problems
Audit records: correct as needed based on audits and investigations
Develop reports: create special reports as requested by the Contracting Officer's Representative
Update standard operating procedures: assist with creating and updating procedures and policies related to payroll
Qualifications
Required:
- Associate's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or related field
- At least 1 year of payroll processing experience
- Knowledge of payroll systems, preferably QuickTime and FPPS
- Understanding of payroll laws, regulations, and agency policies and procedures
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Desired:
- Familiarity with Federal Employee terminology, payroll processes, and retirement systems
- Proficiency in ADP, Paychex, or QuickBooks Payroll
Why Join Our Team
At FWI, we place the highest importance on creating an exceptional employee experience. You'll have opportunities to achieve your career aspirations through internal promotions, professional development, and other recognition and rewards programs. Join our team and take advantage of the many benefits we offer, including:
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) Plan
- Holiday Pay
- Paid Time Off
FWI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.
Pay Range
This is an hourly position paying $29.17-$32.50/hr
Salary : $29 - $33