Payroll Analyst
Cherokee Federal • McLean, Virginia • Full Time
Posted on Thu, Jul 2, 2026
Payroll Analyst
Compile, analyze, reviews and update data for accurate and timely execution of payroll. Support day-to-day payroll operations, including reconciliation, generation of reports and audits.
Compensation & Benefits:
Estimated Starting Salary Range for Payroll Analyst: Pay commensurate with experience.
Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.
Payroll Analyst Responsibilities Include:
- Reviews and analyzes regular and special off-cycle payrolls in an accurate and timely manner.
- Responds to inquiries via telephone and email; and escalates issues to leadership or technical resource as needed.
- Researches data inconsistencies and recommends corrective actions.
- Maintains organized and complete electronic files.
- Reviews and analyzes data entry and maintenance of information into payroll systems including employee work, pay, paid time off and time and attendance data.
- Prepares and runs various payroll reports as requested.
- Assists with researching payroll related laws and trends.
- Identifies payroll system updates and impact to processes and assists in testing and implementation of updates.
- Works on special projects.
- Assists team members with questions and training as needed.
- Reviews and audits tax reconciliations and payroll processing prepared by peers.
- Identifies opportunities for process improvements and updates standard operating documents.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Payroll Analyst Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and 5 years of payroll experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. CPP or FCP certification is preferred.
- Oracle Fusion payroll processing experience.
- Excellent organizational skills, a keen attention to detail, strong administrative, problem solving and analytical skills.
- Reliable with a high degree of confidentiality and integrity.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and can prioritize responsibilities and tasks to effectively meet deadlines.
- Personable, good listener and can effectively communicate with all staff and client types through both written and verbal means.
- Ability to work efficiently both independently and as a member of a larger team.
- Willing and flexible to help with any urgent issues that happen to arise at the company, even if they are outside the immediate scope of the role.
- Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Excel and payroll systems and tools.
- Ability to work various hours based on payroll deadlines and needs.
- Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal
Company Information:
Cherokee Federal is a division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CFED, visit cherokee-federal.com.
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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.
Similar searchable job titles:
Payroll Specialist
Payroll Administrator
Compensation Analyst
Payroll Coordinator
Payroll and Benefits Specialist
Keywords:
Payroll Processing
Compliance
Compensation
Reporting
Reconciliation
Legal Disclaimer: Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer. Please visit cherokee-federal.com/careers for information regarding our Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Statement, and Accommodation request.
AuditFriendly salary estimate
The employer did not post a salary for this role. Based on AuditFriendly's salary intelligence model (comparable live postings, role, seniority, and location), we estimate base pay of $51,000–$81,000 per year (median ~$71,000). This is an AuditFriendly estimate, not an employer-provided figure.
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