Junior Payroll Administrator

Are you looking for a Challenge? Looking for an innovative organization and the opportunity to learn and grow professionally? We can help!Terrestris, LLC, an SBA-certified 8(a) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), is seeking a PayrollSpecialist to support our growing operations.

I’ve never heard of Terrestris. What do you do?

At Terrestris, we leverage technology to create better mission outcomes through better human performance. We form strong client and team relationships through transparency and strive to create an environment where our team can let their excellence shine through. By finding, developing, and incorporating new ideas, we provide memorable services. Rooted in the USMC values of honor, courage, and commitment, Terrestris seeks to deliver extraordinary value to the American people by helping the Government become more efficient and effective.

So, what will the Payroll Specialist Terrestris do?

The Payroll Specialist will coordinate and support payroll functions within our Accounting team, handling both exempt and non-exempt employees to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant payroll processing.This role requires an understanding of government contracting compliance, federal and state labor laws, and payroll regulations. You’ll work closely with Accounting, HR, and program teams, collaborating across the organization to support smooth operations and compliance, with payroll processed through Paylocity.This position reports to the Accounting and Business Operations Manager and is based in Springfield and Woodbridge, VA offices with a hybrid schedule (minimum 4 days in office, Fridays remote).

What does a typical day look like for the Payroll Specialist?

You will:

• Process payroll in Paylocity and

  perform administrative data entry tasks.

• Maintain accurate financial

  records in QuickBooks Desktop.

• Process Accounts Payable

  (A/P) and Accounts Receivable (A/R) transactions.

• Support the CFO with

  bank and account reconciliations.

• Organize and maintain financial

  documentation and filing systems.

• Prepare and analyze financial

  statements (balance sheets, income statements, cash flow).

• Pay vendors using ACH or Wire

  Transfers.

• Generate management reports and

  financial presentations.

• Monitor compliance with tax

  laws, regulations, and government requirements.

• Support DCAA, GSA,

  and IRS audit readiness and responses.

• Assist with budgeting,

  forecasting, and variance analysis.

• Improve internal controls and

  recommend process improvements.

• Investigate and resolve

  accounting discrepancies.

• Collaborate cross-functionally

  with HR, Business Development, and Operations teams.

What qualifications do you look for?

You might be the professional we’re looking for if you have:

• Authorization to work in the United States permanently without

  sponsorship.

• Bachelor’s

  degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting (or equivalent

  education/experience).

• 1+ years of

  experience in accounting, finance, or payroll roles.

• Experience

  with ERP payroll systems such as Paylocity, Paychex, or similar.

• Proficiency

  in QuickBooks Desktop.

• Solid

  understanding of GAAP, A/P, A/R, payroll processing, and reconciliations.

• Experience

  with budgets, EACs (Estimates at Completion), and projections.

• Strong

  problem-solving, data analysis, and decision-making skills.

• Excellent

  communication skills-both oral and written.

• Highly

  organized with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.

• Proficiency

  with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook).

• Experience

  working in cross-functional or multicultural environments is a plus.

We are extra impressed by folks with:

• Experience supporting government

  customers and federal government contracting.

• Solid understanding of GAAP and

  accounting best practices.

What kind of benefits does Terrestris Offer?

We offer outstanding benefits including health, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category.

Terrestris is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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