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We support customers throughout the Department of Defense and U.S. Government in building innovative new tools to deliver unique world-class data exploitation capabilities.\nImportant Notice: SciTec exclusively works on U.S. government contracts that require U.S. citizenship for all employees. SciTec cannot sponsor or assume sponsorship of employee work visas of any type. Further, U.S. citizenship is a requirement to obtain and keep a security clearance. Applicants that do not meet these requirements will not be considered.\nSciTec has an immediate opportunity for a talented Senior Payroll Administrator. The Senior Payroll Administrator is responsible for managing the company’s multi-state, bi-weekly payroll for 500+ employees and overseeing payroll operations related to equity compensation. As a wholly owned subsidiary, the role also supports coordination with the parent company to ensure compliance with consolidated reporting requirements, SOX controls, and corporate policies. The ideal candidate has deep payroll expertise, strong analytical capabilities, and experience within a public company.\nResponsibilities\nManage and administer the full payroll function, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant multi-state payroll processing.\nReview, enter, maintain, and audit payroll data within ADP and other HRIS systems to ensure accurate employee records.\nReconcile ADP payroll data with Costpoint Accounting System and prepare bi-weekly general ledger payroll entries and monthly accruals.\nEnsure proper payroll deductions for taxes, benefits, and other deductions and withholdings.\nMaintain payroll documentation for internal and external audits.\nEnsure confidentiality of employee payroll information.\nCollaborate with HR to properly administer, process, and pay all employee leaves of absence, including disability and Family Medical Leave. \nProcess benefit and employment status changes to ensure accurate payroll reflection.\nAssist in the development and maintenance of payroll policies and procedures.\nReview and reconcile quarterly payroll tax filings.\nStay current with federal, state, and local payroll legislation and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.\nIdentify and resolve payroll discrepancies, system issues, and data irregularities.\nSupport automation, system upgrades, and process improvements related to payroll operations.\nAdminister and process RSU vesting events, including tax withholdings, payroll reporting, and coordination with the company’s equity platform.\nEnsure accurate and timely integration of equity transactions into payroll and accounting systems.\nPartner with Accounting, HR, and external equity administrators to reconcile RSU activity and support stock-based compensation reporting.\nMaintain documentation and compliance related to payroll and equity compensation for audits, financial, and compliance reporting.\nAssist with special projects and other related responsibilities as needed.\nRequirements\nBachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business, or related field\nU.S. Citizenship required\nMinimum 4 years of payroll experience with strong knowledge of multi-state payroll fundamentals\nExpert proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office\nExperience with HRIS or payroll systems (Workday and ADP preferred)\nAbility to identify, analyze, and resolve system related discrepancies and complex payroll issues\nStrong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment\nAbility to work independently and collaboratively across teams\nDetail oriented with strong problem solving, verbal, and written communication skills\nCandidates who have the following skills will be preferred\nPublic company experience strongly preferred\nCertified Payroll Professional (CPP)\nExperience with Deltek Costpoint or similar GovCon-specific\n*Resumes, Cover Letters, and Applications which are generated by AI will not be considered for employment\nBenefits\nSciTec offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including:\nSciTec offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including:\n4% Safe Harbor 401(k) match\n100% company paid HSA medical insurance, with a choice of 2 buy-up options\n80% company paid dental insurance\n100% company paid vision insurance\n100% company paid life insurance\n100% company paid long-term disability insurance\n100% company paid hospital indemnity insurance\nVoluntary accident and critical illness insurance\nShort-term disability insurance\nAnnual profit-sharing plan\nDiscretionary performance bonus\nPaid parental leave\nGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO), including holidays, vacation, and sick pay\nFlexible work hours\nThe pay range for this position is $97,000-$128,000/ year. SciTec considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills This is not a guarantee of compensation.\nSciTec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. 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