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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.\nI’ve never heard of Terrestris. What do you do?\n 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.\nSo, what will the Payroll Specialist Terrestris do?\n 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).\nWhat does a typical day look like for the Payroll Specialist?\n You will:\nProcess payroll in Paylocity andperform administrative data entry tasks.\n\nMaintain accurate financialrecords in QuickBooks Desktop.\n\nProcess Accounts Payable(A/P) and Accounts Receivable (A/R) transactions.\n\nSupport the CFO withbank and account reconciliations.\n\nOrganize and maintain financialdocumentation and filing systems.\n\nPrepare and analyze financialstatements (balance sheets, income statements, cash flow).\n\nPay vendors using ACH or WireTransfers.\n\nGenerate management reports andfinancial presentations.\n\nMonitor compliance with taxlaws, regulations, and government requirements.\n\nSupport DCAA, GSA,and IRS audit readiness and responses.\n\nAssist with budgeting,forecasting, and variance analysis.\n\nImprove internal controls andrecommend process improvements.\n\nInvestigate and resolveaccounting discrepancies.\n\nCollaborate cross-functionallywith HR, Business Development, and Operations teams.\n\nWhat qualifications do you look for?\n You might be the professional we’re looking for if you have:\nAuthorization to work in the United States permanently withoutsponsorship.\n\nBachelor’sdegree in Business, Finance, or Accounting (or equivalent\neducation/experience).\n\n1+ years ofexperience in accounting, finance, or payroll roles.\n\nExperiencewith ERP payroll systems such as Paylocity, Paychex, or similar.\n\nProficiencyin QuickBooks Desktop.\n\nSolidunderstanding of GAAP, A/P, A/R, payroll processing, and reconciliations.\n\nExperiencewith budgets, EACs (Estimates at Completion), and projections.\n\nStrongproblem-solving, data analysis, and decision-making skills.\n\nExcellentcommunication skills-both oral and written.\n\nHighlyorganized with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.\n\nProficiencywith Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook).\n\nExperienceworking in cross-functional or multicultural environments is a plus.\n\nWe are extra impressed by folks with:\nExperience supporting governmentcustomers and federal government contracting.\n\nSolid understanding of GAAP andaccounting best practices.\n\nWhat kind of benefits does Terrestris Offer?\n 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.\nTerrestris 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.\nDILBERT © 2018 Scott Adams. Used By permission of ANDREWS MCMEEL SYNDICATION. 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