Payroll Specialist

Planned Systems International (PSI) is an Enterprise IT services company who focuses on designing, building, securing, and operating cutting-edge software solutions that drive mission success and operational excellence for Federal Government organizations. We are currently seeking a Payroll Specialist to support our Financial Management team in a hybrid of remote and on-site work out of our Columbia, MD corporate office location. 

• Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll, including calculating wages, deductions, taxes, and benefits.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations, as well as government contract requirements such as the Service Contract Act (SCA) and Union.
• Manage time and attendance systems, ensuring accurate tracking of hours worked by employees.
• Maintain accurate payroll records, including employee information, earnings, deductions, and benefits.
• Address and resolve payroll-related inquiries and issues from employees and management.
• Coordinate with HR and accounting departments to ensure consistency and accuracy in payroll processing.
• Provide training to employees on payroll processes and timekeeping systems.

• An associates/bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field is preferred. Relevant work experience can sometimes substitute for education.
• Proficiency in Payroll software (e.g., UKG/UltiPro).
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint strongly preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in payroll processing.
• Ability to analyze payroll data and resolve discrepancies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact effectively.
• Proficiency with MS Excel and MS Word.
• Team player.
• Willing to learn.
• Able to cope with a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work with all levels of the management team.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Detail oriented.

PSI offers full-time, benefits eligible employees a competitive total compensation package that includes paid leave, and options for employer sponsored group medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D coverage, legal services, identity theft, and accident insurance. Flexible spending account and health saving account options offer pre-tax savings for qualified medical, dental, and vision expenses. The company sponsored 401(k) retirement plan has an employer contribution match that is immediately vested. We invest in the professional growth of our employees through professional courses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement programs.

It is company policy to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination, are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities will be provided. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources by emailing [email protected], or by dialing 703-575-8400.