Sr. Payroll Coordinator

Title: Sr. Payroll Coordinator Location: Remote Reports To: Accounting Manager Employment Type: M-F, 8 – 5 Salary: $70,000 - $90,000 Position is pending contract award. Metris Global is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) dedicated to helping government identify and solve problems. Our concierge-minded team of special operations and interagency advisors provide professional services, full spectrum pre-deployment, and full mission profile (FMP) training exercises to achieve this mission. Our work has quietly saved lives and taxpayer dollars. If you are passionate about "Training Today's Warriors for Tomorrow's Threats", we would love you to join our Team. Metris Global Values: • Work Ethic – Passionate, motivated, proactive, attention to detail. • Integrity – Unquestionable level of sound morale and ethical principles. • Professionalism – Conduct oneself with the appearance, demeanor, humility, and competence. • Loyalty – Commitment to doing what is in our best interest as a company and to our clients. • Accountability – Humility, transparency, and responsibility. • Innovation – There is ALWAYS a “better and more efficient way” to complete the mission. Summary The Sr. Payroll Coordinator is responsible for processing and administering payroll accurately and on time while ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable laws. This role supports employees by addressing payroll-related questions and works closely with HR and Accounting to maintain accurate payroll records. Key Responsibilities • Process bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees • Ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, bonuses, commissions, and deductions • Maintain employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, and changes • Administer payroll taxes, garnishments, benefits deductions, and retirement contributions • Reconcile payroll reports and general ledger entries • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations • Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, deductions, and tax forms • Prepare and distribute payroll reports to management • Assist with year-end processes, including W-2s and other tax filings • Support payroll audits and internal control initiatives • Collaborate with HR on benefits administration and employee data accuracy • Other duties as assigned Qualifications • Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred • A minimum of 3–4 years of high volume payroll processing experience is required • Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) is preferred • Knowledge of payroll laws, tax regulations, and wage/hour compliance • Experience with Paychex systems is preferred • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications Skills and Competencies • Strong attention to detail • Excellent organizational and time management skills • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion • Ethical judgment and integrity We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class. Benefits: • 401(k) • Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Life Insurance • STD/LTD Insurance • Paid time off • 11 paid holidays