Senior Payroll Administrator

Job ID: 109471

Leonardo DRS is a prime contractor, leading technology innovator and supplier of integrated products, services and support to military forces, intelligence agencies and defense contractors worldwide. The company specializes in naval and maritime systems, ground combat mission command and network computing, global satellite communications and network infrastructure, avionics systems, and intelligence and security solutions. Additionally, the company builds power systems and electro-optical/infrared systems for a wide range of commercial customers. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, Leonardo DRS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Leonardo S.p.A. For additional information on DRS, please visit our website at www.leonardodrs.com

Job Summary

The Senior Payroll Administrator will process payroll and T&E, maintain reports and analyze all functions within the payroll environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Audit and maintain quarterly reports, 401(K) deposits and related completion of quarter and year-end closings, deposits and filings from ADP.

• Balance direct deposit payroll data and release to bank via phone.

• Prepare wire transfer request forms for all payrolls.

• Prepare employment verification requests, unemployment claims, administer terminations, bonuses, relocations, STDs, LOAs and garnishment payments.

• Answer payroll inquiries from employees, management, banks, governmental agencies, etc.

• Prepare journal entries as needed, such as to record void checks, errors, etc.

• Process, audit & review all Concur domestic and international travel expenses.

• Administrator for Deltek CostPoint and timekeeping system.

• Work involves sensitive and confidential information; discretion is essential.

• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization.

• Responsible to process payroll including balancing and reconciling all payroll figures

• Prepare reports as required by location, calculating the new gross YTD payroll using beginning gross, new hire gross, gross salary increases, termination gross, etc.

• Balance the total YTD payroll figures calculated on the control worksheet to both the Employee File Maintenance Report and the Payroll Balance Sheet reports

• Balance direct deposit payroll data and release to bank via phone

• Prepare wire transfer request forms for all payrolls

• Balance all garnishments and issue checks to appropriate agencies through accounts payable system

• Prepare verifications of employment for employee credit applications, mortgages, etc

• Balance all year end W-2 data, including gross wages, taxes, life insurance, moving expenses, car allowances, etc.

• Answer payroll inquiries from a variety of sources including employees, management, banks, governmental agencies etc.

• Prepare journal entries as needed, such as to record void checks, errors, etc.

• Analyze various payroll liability and cash general ledger accounts on a monthly basis

• Ability to meet deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy in a multi-task environment

• Work involves sensitive and confidential information; discretion is essential

Qualifications

• Must have at least five (5) plus years of payroll experience.

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience, Associate degree preferred.

• Knowledge of payroll business procedures and principles.

• Working knowledge of computerized payroll systems.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.

• Knowledge of local, state and federal laws that pertain to the payment of wages.

• Deltek/CostPoint, Concur, ADP experience preferred.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

• Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #Corp

Our Mission

To build shareholder value through a commitment to high ethical standards and a superior performance culture focused on customers, employees, financial results and corporate citizenship.

Our Vision

To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values

The DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:

• Integrity

• Agility

• Excellence

• Customer Focus

• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

• Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.

Leonardo DRS, Inc. is committed

to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We are committed to building a workplace where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. At Leonardo DRS, we believe that a diverse and inclusive environment makes us a stronger Company. We embrace different points of view, respect one another in the workplace, and understand that an inclusive environment furthers creativity, innovation, and business performance.

For additional information on Leonardo DRS, please visit our website at www.leonardodrs.com

Nearest Major Market: Arlington Virginia

Nearest Secondary Market: Washington DC