Payroll Accountant
Systems Planning and Analysis • Alexandria, Virginia • Full Time • $75,000–$75,000 / year
Posted on Wed, Nov 11, 2026
Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.
Accounting and Finance manages accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and other general accounting for SPA and helps ensure that the business runs effectively with minimal disruption. The team is responsible for ensuring that all financial activities comply with strict federal regulations and provides economic analysis to improve key business strategies.
SPA has an immediate need for a Payroll Accountant .
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will process labor corrections in Costpoint, reconcile labor each payroll cycle, conduct monthly audits of benefit deductions, process quarterly disability benefits, monitor and maintain timesheet floor checks, prepare affiliated GL account reconciliations, back up semi-monthly labor, leave and payroll processing, and assist with W-2 year-end function and new hire employee orientation. This individual will also perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- U.S. Citizenship.
- Minimum 2 years payroll experience in Government contracting environment.
- Detailed oriented with strong organizational, analytical thinking and computer skills (Excel).
- Working knowledge of accounting concepts and ability to create journal entries and reconciliations.
- Must work under general supervision and follow standard procedures to accomplish assigned tasks.
Desired Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree (Business or Accounting)
- 2 years of Costpoint experience.
- Experience with Employee Central Payroll desired.
Pay Range Information
At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Virginia, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $75,000.00/Yr. - USD $100,000.00/Yr.
The successful candidate will process labor corrections in Costpoint, reconcile labor each payroll cycle, conduct monthly audits of benefit deductions, process quarterly disability benefits, monitor and maintain timesheet floor checks, prepare affiliated GL account reconciliations, back up semi-monthly labor, leave and payroll processing, and assist with W-2 year-end function and new hire employee orientation. This individual will also perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- U.S. Citizenship.
- Minimum 2 years payroll experience in Government contracting environment.
- Detailed oriented with strong organizational, analytical thinking and computer skills (Excel).
- Working knowledge of accounting concepts and ability to create journal entries and reconciliations.
- Must work under general supervision and follow standard procedures to accomplish assigned tasks.
Desired Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree (Business or Accounting)
- 2 years of Costpoint experience.
- Experience with Employee Central Payroll desired.
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