Entry-Level Payroll Support Specialist

ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are a top veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work

ASRC Federal is seeking a part time (25 hours per week) Entry-Level Payroll Support Specialist. The work schedule will be Monday through Thursday at our Reston, VA office.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions, and timekeeping.
• Assist employees in understanding paystubs and tax withholdings
• Escalate complex issues to senior payroll staff or HR
• Maintain and organize payroll records and documentation.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Complete new Payroll tax documentation in coordination with the legal department.
• Maintain and update employee payroll records (e.g., direct deposit info, W-4 forms)
• Support new hire setup and terminations in the payroll system
• Support the Payroll Director with ad hoc projects and reports.
  
  

Requirements

• 0 to 2 years of accounting, bookkeeping, or payroll support experience (internships or part-time work are often acceptable).
• Familiarity with payroll systems (e.g., Dayforce, ADP, Paychex) is beneficial.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables) and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Data entry accuracy and familiarity with reconciliations or invoice processing.
• Ability to learn accounting and payroll systems quickly.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good verbal and written communication.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.
• Team player with a willingness to learn.
  
  

We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.

EEO Statement

ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.