Company Overview
We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).
QinetiQ US’s dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.
Why Join QinetiQ US?
If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.
Position Overview
QinetiQ US is looking for a Payroll Team Lead to join our Finance Team.
The Payroll Team Lead will be responsible for the preparation and processing of bi-weekly payroll for a quickly growing company currently at about 1400 employees using ADP Workforce Now.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the coordination efforts between payroll, human resources, and other departments to ensure proper flow and maintenance of employee data.
- Handle the administration of the electronic timekeeping system (DeltekCostpoint). Setup each employee’s timekeeping profile, assign the correct indirect charge code to employee’s profile, monitor timesheets to ensure they are submitted and approved in a timely manner, assist employees with timesheet questions and/or issues with the recording of hours, perform timecard corrections in the system of varying complexity, ensure valid data transfers to/from HR to payroll.
- Establish/maintain employee records; ensure that employee changes are entered correctly and made on a timely basis; review changes for proper authorization and adherence to APA policy including compliance with federal/state/local regulations.
- Research, maintain, and understand all state, local and federal withholding taxes, rules and regulations.
- Participate in the review of payroll with HR and management
- Assist with audits, internal audits and various information requests from customers and other third parties.
- Manage year-end process.
- Responsible for the accuracy of W-2 processing and reporting.
- Provide Accounting analysis and complex reconciliations
- Maintain employee and project Concur master file and upload into Concur on a frequent basis for employee travel and expenses.
- Other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Five plus years in a Payroll Office performing all payroll functions; three years additional payroll office experience in lieu of associate’s degree
- Excellent skills using MS Word, Excel, Access, and Internet Explorer
- Strong skills using and understanding the flow of transactions in an integrated and automated payroll accounting system
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise extreme discretion
- Excellent problem solving/judgment skills, and high level of attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong organizational skills, and the ability to work under pressure
- Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and meet all deadlines
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate Degree in Business Administration/Finance required, Accounting Degree preferred.
- Strong computer skills using Costpoint Deltek's accounting system and ADP Workforce Now.
- Experience with CostPoint Deltek.
Company EEO Statement
Accessibility/Accommodation:
If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 4 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.
QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.