Payroll Manager

About the role

Amentum is seeking a Payroll Manager for Las Vegas, NV. The role oversees day-to-day payroll operations so that employee compensation is accurate and timely, regulatory reporting is filed on schedule, and payroll systems stay aligned with business needs and compliance standards. The position requires a Secret US Government clearance, which means US citizenship.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee daily payroll operations and direct the review of personnel records to verify pay rates, job classifications and status changes.
• Maintain and reconcile payroll ledger accounts, manage payroll system processing and file required reports on time.
• Prepare accounting papers, schedules, exhibits and summaries, and advise senior management on the accounting treatment of complex transactions.
• Review and approve transactions, prepare payroll tax deposits, tax reports and off-cycle payments, and resolve payroll inquiries and system errors.
• Assist the Accounting Manager in responding to audits by the DCAA and other external audit entities, and evaluate and standardize procedures to improve team efficiency.
• Directly supervise employees, including training, performance planning, work direction and conflict resolution.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in accounting (two years of related experience may substitute for each year of the four-year degree).
• Four years of experience with computerized payroll software; at least 3 years of managerial experience preferred.
• Direct experience with Deltek Costpoint and government accounting/payroll processes.
• In-depth knowledge of Union and Service Contract Act (SCA) payrolls, including Wage Determination tables, and proven ability to interpret Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs) and multi-tier wage scales.
• Solid understanding of FAR and GAAP, and excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Must obtain and maintain a Secret US Government clearance (US citizenship required).

Required skills

• Computerized payroll software (ADP, Costpoint, Deltek, Unions)
• Spreadsheets and relational database programs
• Deltek Costpoint and government accounting/payroll processes

What we offer

• Salary range of $109,000 - $136,000.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, disability and pet insurance.
• Long-term and short-term disability, parental leave, educational reimbursement, employee stock purchase plan and 15 days of paid time off.
• Standard office environment with no travel required.