We have an opening for a Payroll Accountant, Team Leader position to work in a dynamic and fast paced environment. You will be responsible for managing the Payroll Operations Team including directing payroll activities, management and preparation, analysis, maintenance, reconciliation, and review of this complex institutional payroll and accounting function. This position is in the Payroll Division of the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) Organization.
This position may offer a hybrid schedule, which includes the flexibility to work from home one or more days per week, after a probationary period. The specifics of the hybrid schedule, including the exact number of days required in the office and virtual work options may vary based on the needs of the team and the organization.
You will
- Provide strategic leadership and subject-matter expertise for Payroll Operations, ensuring compliance with Contract 44, Cost Accounting standards (CAS), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), DOE/NNSA, and all regulatory requirements.
- Lead, supervise, and develop a team of exempt and non-exempt staff; establish goals, provide direction, and manage hiring, training, and performance.
- Direct end-to-end payroll operations, including performance reporting, internal controls, audit activities, and business process oversight.
- Lead development, interpretation, and implementation of institutional policies and procedures for payroll and time reporting.
- Serve as a key decision maker on payroll systems, processes, and financial practices; set standards for time reporting and payment functions.
- Identify, lead, and complete long-term, complex projects requiring innovative solutions and cross-organizational coordination.
- Develop and implement solutions to highly complex payroll issues impacting Laboratory-wide practices.
- Perform other duties as assigned.