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Payroll Specialist

ID
2026-3279
Category
Human Resources
Type
Full Time
Clearance
Obtain Public Trust
Location
US-DC-Washington, D.C.

About GKG

With a passion for excellence, Golden Key Group (GKG) helps clients solve their strategic, organizational, and operational challenges to better meet their mission demands.  We have serviced more than 25 Federal departments and agencies and several large commercial companies since our inception in 2002.

 

Golden Key Group's talented professionals, combined with our strategic partners, bring a depth of commercial and government experience and expertise.  We are relentless in delivering the highest levels of services to provide tangible value and create sustainable results for our clients.

Overview

GKG is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join our team in support of USAID.

 

Under the technical direction of Direct Hire (DH) staff in the Office of Finance, mid-level financial management personnel support USAID payroll operations, payment processing and voucher examination, Intra-Governmental Payment and Collection (IPAC) transactions, and audit management and follow-up activities. Personnel perform moderately complex financial management functions requiring independent judgment, technical proficiency, and adherence to federal laws, regulations, and Agency policies. This labor category operates in a high-volume, time-sensitive environment and performs non-inherently governmental functions under established procedures.

 

Note: This position is posted in anticipation of a contract award and may become available in the future.

Responsibilities

  • Administer federal payroll using automated systems, including time and attendance, leave audits, retirement, allotments, and pay differentials.
  • Process complex payroll actions including prior service costing, retirement code changes, and retirement/survivor benefit applications.
  • Research and resolve payroll discrepancies, suspense items, and agency inquiries.
  • Respond to payroll inquiries through the ServiceNow ticketing system. Payments and Voucher Examination
  • Examine commercial invoices and IPAC transactions for legality, accuracy, and compliance with contractual requirements.
  • Input and track vouchers in the Phoenix accounting system.
  • Apply Prompt Payment Act provisions and track interest penalties.
  • Reconcile vendor files and subsidiary ledgers to the general ledger.
  • Monitor, analyze, and record IPAC charges and credits. Audit Management Support
  • Support USAID’s Audit Management and Follow-up Program.
  • Track, analyze, and report on OIG and other audit findings using CACS.
  • Coordinate with OIG, program offices, and external stakeholders to support audit resolution and closeout.
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
  • Five (5) years of direct experience supporting federal payroll operations at a cabinet-level agency.
  • Knowledge of NFC systems and federal payroll regulations.

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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Golden Key Group, LLC, is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fair and lawful employment practices. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to fostering a workplace where employees are recognized for their initiative, skills, experience, excellence, and dedication, all within an environment free from unlawful discrimination. By adhering to merit-based hiring practices, clear policies, and professional standards, we ensure that every employee has the opportunity to thrive and make meaningful contributions to the company’s success.


Pay Transparency Non Discrimination Provision

Golden Key Group, LLC will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.


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By submitting your resume and expressing interest in this position, you expressly authorize Golden Key Group (GKG) to share your resume and any personal information contained within it with its subsidiaries, affiliates, and teaming partners for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications for this role, as well as other available positions requiring comparable skills, education, and experience. Should GKG, its affiliates, or teaming partners determine that your qualifications align with an opportunity, you may be contacted to initiate pre-employment discussions and will be required to complete an official employment application and any related employment documentation as part of the hiring process.