Senior Payroll Manager

Location: Hybrid in McLean, Virginia, United States

Salary: $130,000–$150,000 per year, depending on experience

Company

hirify.global delivers technology solutions and mission support for federal agencies across civilian, health, and national security environments, including AI/ML, cloud, cybersecurity, and IT modernization capabilities.

What you will do

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for all employees, ensuring accurate and timely payments.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, tax laws, employment standards, DCAA regulations, and company policies.
• Administer benefits deductions, contributions, reconciliations, payroll records, tax withholdings, direct deposits, and payroll reporting.
• Process off-cycle payrolls, including terminations, resignations, and final PTO payouts, while resolving employee payroll inquiries.
• Support DCAA and other internal and external audits through documentation, reconciliations, and reports.
• Lead acquisition-related payroll responsibilities, including payroll provider migration, process improvements, automation, controls, and system integrations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5–7 years of payroll management experience, preferably in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems and ERP payroll modules; Deltek Costpoint experience is required.
• Experience with payroll software such as Paylocity and with multi-company FEIN payroll requirements.
• In-depth knowledge of payroll regulations, tax laws, DOL requirements, employment standards, and payroll audit procedures.
• Strong analytical, communication, leadership, confidentiality, and problem-solving skills.

Nice to have

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible schedules and teleworking options within the hybrid work arrangement.
• Medical insurance, including HSA-eligible plans.
• Employer-paid dental and vision insurance options.
• Employer-sponsored short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• 5% 401(k) company matching, paid holidays, PTO accrual, and paid parental leave.
• Professional development, career growth opportunities, and team events.