Payroll Accountant II

Join the HJF Team!

HJF is seeking a Payroll Accountant II to ensure that the payroll, benefits, direct deposit, and taxes are prepared accurately and timely. Ensures the accurate posting of payroll related expenses and liability accounts in the general ledger.

This position will be in support of the Finance Department located at HJF Corporate Headquarters in Bethesda, Maryland. The candidate ensures that all the Foundation's payroll, taxes, benefits, and reports are prepared accurately and on a timely basis.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

• Process biweekly payroll using Oracle Cloud Fusion.
• Prepares retroactive wage adjustments, tax processing, direct deposit set up, and payroll deductions for accuracy, as well as off-cycle checks and employee terminations.
• Prepares payroll taxes and remittance in accordance with all federal, state and local regulations.
• Reviews and files quarterly withholding and unemployment tax reports.
• Assists in responding to payroll procedure questions from all HJF departments and employees.
• Manages and prepares all garnishment reports and payments.
• Assists in training new staff.
• Prepares and distributes labor reports as requested by HJF programs.
• Reviews and verifies all cost center forms to return to programs for filing.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience with computers and databases.
• Experience with Excel required.
• Operational experience with accounting software packages such as Oracle financial systems.
• Display proficiency in general payroll practices, as well as federal and state tax regulations and policy.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, especially during periods with deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, with the ability to be clear and concise.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in an office setting.

Compensation

• The hourly pay range for this position is $29.33-$38.46 Actual hourly pay will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.