Payroll Specialist

Avian Job Opportunity

At AVIAN (pronounced

• a-v-yin
• ) we believe in the extraordinary potential of every individual. As an employee owner at AVIAN, you will find that we have cultivated an employee-first mentality. By prioritizing talent over experience, we ensure that every hire we make is as unique as the position that they will be filling.

Here on our team, we embrace new challenges and focus on continuous learning which fosters growth mindsets in all our employee owners; whether you are joining the workforce for the very first time or if you're a seasoned professional who has their eyes set on retirement.

Our commitment to providing our customers and employees with an unmatched experience sets us apart. We believe that every team member has a stake in the success of AVIAN, and we strive to ensure that each member of our team knows that their contributions matter. You can be sure as an employee owner you will celebrate both your individual and our collective triumphs.

Taking care of each other is a cornerstone of the AVIAN philosophy. Being part of the AVIAN team means being part of a team that takes pride in being expansive in our community because our impact doesn't stop in the workplace. We actively engage in community initiatives, empowering our employees to make a meaningful difference.

We believe that employee investment shouldn't be a one-way street, so we offer benefits that normalize balancing mental wellness and family time with work responsibilities. From Flexible Time Off to Wellness Reimbursements we want all our team members to achieve the highest levels of life / work balance.

AVIAN - where creative, talented minds flourish, and where proactive, productive, proficient professionals feel valued.

Responsibilities

Process semi-monthly payroll for exempt and non-exempt employees across multiple states using ADP Workforce Now integrated with Deltek Costpoint.

Reconcile payroll transactions to ensure proper labor distribution, contract compliance, and cost center accuracy in accordance with government contracting roles.

Prepare, review, and submit payroll-related reports and filings including quarterly / annual tax forms, W-2s, and government-specific payroll documentation.

Maintain compliance with payroll regulations at federal, state, and local levels.

Collaborate with HR and Accounting to ensure payroll data accuracy, benefits integration, and compliance with company policies.

Respond to payroll-related inquiries, resolve discrepancies, and serve as the primary payroll information resource to the organization.

Support audits by compiling relevant payroll documents and records for review.

Drive process improvement initiatives related to payroll operations and participate in system upgrades.

Uphold the highest standards of confidentiality and integrity in managing sensitive employee and company data.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related discipline (or equivalent professional experience).

At least six (6) years of payroll experience, with a minimum of four (4) years directly within government contracting.

Advanced skill in ADP Workforce Now and Deltek Costpoint payroll modules.

Familiarity with multi-state payroll processing and DCAA / FAR contracting requirements.

Exceptional detail orientation, organizational, time management, and analytical skills.

Ability to communicate professionally and maintain effective confidentiality at all times.

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and payroll reporting.

Preferred Qualifications

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC).

Experience with payroll-related accounting entries and reconciliations.

Previous experience supporting payroll audits and process improvements.