Scaled Composites is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to support accurate bi-weekly payroll processing and maintain complete, compliant employee payroll records. This role will assist with off-cycle payments, resolving discrepancies, performing routine audits, and ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local regulations. The Payroll Administrator provides responsive employee support for payroll-related inquiries and informs employees on payroll procedures and requirements, helping ensure a smooth and reliable payroll operation.

Category: Payroll

Location: Mojave, CA

Citizenship Required: United States Citizenship

Clearance Type: None

Schedule: 9/80 Work Schedule

Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available

Benefits: 100% Paid Benefits and 401k Matching

Summary:

Founded in 1982 by legendary aircraft designer Burt Rutan, Scaled Composites is an aerospace company continually working to push boundaries, prove out ideas, and influence the future. We are a rapid prototyping and manufacturing facility, designing, building, and testing proof-of-concept and prototype vehicles. We have flown an average of one new aircraft type per year over our 40-plus year history such as Proteus, GlobalFlyer, SpaceShipOne, Model 401, and Stratolaunch.

Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Assists with processing bi-weekly payroll, including reviewing timecards, deductions, and all data relevant to timely payroll completion.
Updating and maintaining payroll records, including exemptions, insurance coverage, elective deductions, employee status changes, 401(k) contributions, and garnishments.
Conducts routine timekeeping audits, including reviewing timecard approvals, meal period compliance, and premium pay requirements.
Administering manual checks outside regular payroll dates (such as voluntary or involuntary terminations).
Resolving payroll discrepancies and auditing payroll information and processes to ensure accuracy.
Providing excellent customer service by supporting employees with tax withholding changes, direct deposit updates, and other payroll needs.
Advising and informing employees and managers on applicable payroll laws, regulations, and company payroll procedures.

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma &2yearsof related education, i.e.: business or accounting and/or relevant work experience.
Proficiency in the Microsoft office suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
Working knowledge of FLSA and applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
Experience performing basic payroll calculations.
Ability to obtain and/or maintain DoD security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

1 year of experience performing extensive payroll duties
Payroll processing experience (ADP, Deltek Costpoint, etc.) including relevant regulatory requirement

Essential Job Functions:

Requires mobility and the ability to bend and reach 
May infrequently require lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling materials weighing up to 30 pounds. 
Manual dexterity and coordination are required; repetitive hand motion (e.g., to operate computer keyboard) 
Vision at close distances and the ability to adjust focus for prolonged periods (i.e., computer screen) 
Ability to remain sedentary or stationary for prolonged periods of time 
Ability to write for extended periods of time 
Ability to work in an office setting for prolonged periods of time 
May be asked to carry up to 20 lbs. up and down a flight of stairs on a regular basis such as files, books, office equipment, etc. 
Occasional reaching overhead and lifting up to 15 pounds 
Ability to converse and communicate information with others 
Occasional exposure to chemical vapors and/or fumes in low non-hazardous concentration 
Potential to climb up and down steps on a daily 
Must be able to read and understand SDS

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