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Behavioral Framework

Payroll and HR Specialist

Behavioral Framework, Rockville, Maryland, us, 20849

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Job Title:

Payroll and HR Specialist

Company:

Behavioral Framework – the leading provider of ABA therapy to children diagnosed with autism in the DMV area.

Company Highlights

Committed to delivering honest, compassionate care within the autism community.

Dedicated to the passion of our professional team and the science behind ABA to make a difference in families and children.

Ranked on the Inc. 5000 list for 3 consecutive years.

One of 4 autism providers in the country to earn 3‑year accreditation + telehealth from the Behavioral Health Center of Excellence.

Job Summary The Payroll and HR Specialist supports accurate and timely bi‑weekly payroll processing. This role is the primary point of contact for payroll‐related inquiries and provides hands‑on support for payroll operations, tax and garnishment administration, employee troubleshooting, and vendor coordination. The Specialist works closely with HR, Finance, clinical leaders, and third‑party vendors to ensure payroll accuracy, compliance, and a high level of customer service.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Support bi‑weekly payroll processing, including audits, data validation, and payroll submission.

Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll‑related inquiries, responding to employee questions and resolving issues related to pay, tax updates, address changes, and required payroll corrections.

Assist with payroll inputs, including bonuses, retroactive pay, off‑cycle payments, and compensation changes.

Investigate payroll tax tickets, including local tax code issues, and coordinate updates with local tax agencies as needed.

Troubleshoot tax election and withholding issues with employees.

Process and submit payroll‑related documentation, including tax notices and withholding orders, to third‑party vendors.

Audit pending garnishments and support ongoing garnishment administration.

Complete and respond to requests for pay records, employment and wage verifications, and medical support notices; submit required documentation to applicable child support agencies.

Assist with expense report review and approval, ensuring compliance with company expense policies.

Follow up with employees to obtain or confirm information needed for payroll accuracy, including address changes and tax updates.

Reconcile payroll‑related integrations, including 401(k) and HSA contributions, with external vendors.

Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation to support compliance, audits, and internal controls.

Support payroll projects and perform other related duties as needed.

Education & Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Minimum of 2 years of payroll experience, supporting payroll processing in a multi‑state environment.

Experience supporting bi‑weekly or high‑volume payroll operations.

Experience with Workday Payroll strongly preferred, including payroll processing, time and absence, and payroll‑related reporting.

Experience working with payroll tax agencies, garnishments, and third‑party vendors.

Familiarity with payroll tax regulations, wage and hour laws, and compliance requirements at the federal, state, and local levels.

Experience responding to employee payroll inquiries and resolving discrepancies in a customer‑service–focused environment.

Work Environment, Equipment, and Physical Demands

Interacts regularly with employees, managers, and external vendors.

Performs detailed, confidential work requiring sustained focus and accuracy.

Works primarily during standard business hours, with additional time required during payroll cycles, year‑end activities, or special projects.

Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.

Minimum 40 hours per week.

Must comply with practice policies and procedures.

Requires daily in‑office work.

Physical activities include sitting for long periods of time, walking, bending, kneeling.

Must be able to reach, pull, and push.

Requires manual dexterity, auditory and visual skills.

Ability to lift up to 15 lbs.

Salary $55,000 – $60,000

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