Celebrated as the #2 Top Workplace in the D.C. region for 2024 by The Washington Post, Goodwin Living is more than a team – it's a global family of individuals who represent more than 65 countries.

Goodwin Living ranks #2 thanks to team members who respond to an annual survey conducted by a neutral, third-party resource. Here are some reasons they honor us with this ranking:

• Embracing Diversity: Our strength is in our diverse team from over 65 countries, fostering an inclusive and vibrant culture that values every voice. 
• Growth and Opportunities: We bolster personal and professional development, offering myriad opportunities, from on-the-job training to mentorship programs and financial support, to help you reach your full potential. 
• Valuing Our Team Members: By prioritizing team member satisfaction, we create a fulfilling work environment with competitive benefits, work-life balance, and recognition programs, ensuring our team feels appreciated and value

Job Summary:  

We seek an experienced, detail-oriented payroll manager to join our team at Goodwin Living. As a payroll manager, you will oversee all aspects of payroll processing, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely payments of employees at our organization. You will also collaborate with various departments to gather and validate payroll information resolve payroll discrepancies and provide exceptional service to our employees.

The ideal candidate possesses strong knowledge of payroll regulations, exceptional organizational skills and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.

If you are a dedicated professional, passionate about finance management, we invite you to apply. We value our employees, and offer competitive benefits, attractive pay packages, a positive work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Job Duties:

Payroll Administration

• Process and manage end-to-end payroll processing, including collecting, calculating and inputting payroll data for all employees.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable laws, regulations and company policies while processing payroll.
• Administer and maintain payroll systems, ensure data integrity and implement system upgrades and enhancements.
• Collaborate with HR, finance and other departments to gather and validate payroll information, such as new hires, terminations, promotions and salary changes.
• Monitor and resolve payroll discrepancies, investigating and resolving issues promptly and accurately.
• Generate payroll reports, including tax filings, benefits deductions and other required reports, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Address employee inquiries and concerns related to payroll, providing exceptional customer service and support.
• Maintain confidentiality and data security standards for all payroll-related information.
• Stay updated on payroll regulations, Indian tax laws and industry trends, implementing necessary changes to ensure compliance and best practices.
• Reconcile Payroll related General Ledger Accounts

  Budget

  Supports the development of the annual development by:

• Prepare historical information for budget preparation.
• Providing FTE and Salary information.
• Advise department heads on FTE calculation for budget estimates.
• Follow up with managers on any variations from prior years.
• Provide backup for the Director of Finance 

  Accounts Payable

• Take full responsibility for certain vendors that are assigned (by the AP Manager).
• Provide backup for the AP Manager.

  Compliance and Audit

• Ensures compliance with internal policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements related to payroll.
• Coordinates with auditors during internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Implements controls and measures to prevent fraud, errors, and discrepancies in AP and payroll processes.
• Coordinates with HR during annual compliance testing.

  Other

• Performs additional job duties as requested, assigned and directed
• Promote a positive work environment that values diversity, inclusion, and professional growth.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, human resources or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in payroll management or a similar accounting role.
• In-depth knowledge of payroll processes, labor laws, taxation and statutory compliance in India.
• Experience in handling payroll audits, inspections and compliance assessments.
• Proficiency in payroll software and systems, such as ADP, with experience implementing and managing payroll systems.
• Excellent understanding of financial principles and the ability to reconcile payroll with financial records.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in managing complex payroll calculation data.
• Good organizational and time management skills to meet strict payroll deadlines and manage multiple priorities.

A sampling of our many benefits!

We’ve got you covered with incredible benefits, whether you work full-time, part-time, or PRN (as needed). Here’s a glimpse of what we offer to Full-Time team members:

• Paid Time Off
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• DailyPay: Work and get paid the same day!
• Tuition Assistance for Career Development
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Financial assistance with U.S. Citizenship application or DACA Renewal
• Tutoring for ESL, Citizenship Test & GED
• Staff Emergency Grants
• Retirement Plan- 401(k)
• Free Meals, Access to a Fitness Center, Pool, and More

About Goodwin Living

At Goodwin Living, we can all find work with purpose! As a nonprofit senior living and healthcare organization based in Alexandria, Virginia, we are driven by our mission: to support, honor and uplift the lives of older adults and those who care for them. Our commitment to our team members is written directly into that statement. We create an enriching and supportive work environment that has inspired our team members to vote us into the Washington Post Top Workplace rankings since 2019, and they made us #2 in 2024!

Goodwin Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an AARP Employer Pledge Signer. We take pride in our inclusive work culture that values diversity and fosters talent. With us, you are more than just a team member; you are part of a community committed to excellence and continuous learning.