Retirement Plan & Payroll Specialist (Part Time)

Are you a retirement plan expert who thrives on precision and cares about supporting employees through some of the most important decisions of their careers? We are seeking a Retirement Plan & Payroll Specialist to join our Human Resources team and serve as the subject matter expert on all things retirement—while also supporting seamless, compliant payroll processing for our dedicated staff.
This is a part-time, onsite opportunity in Arlington, Virginia, ideal for a highly skilled professional seeking work-life balance without compromising impact or complexity.

Key Responsibilities
Retirement Plan Administration
• Own daily operations of 401k, 457b, 457f, and Pension plans
• Ensure compliance with ERISA, IRS, and other regulatory requirements
• Coordinate plan audits, annual testing, filings (e.g., Form 5500), and employee communication
• Act as liaison with plan vendors and internal stakeholders
• Create and maintain plan documentation and employee education materials
Payroll Administration
• Support bi-weekly payroll processing and reporting for salaried and hourly employees
• Ensure accurate input and reconciliation of payroll and benefit deductions
• Communicate with tax agencies and vendors to resolve compliance matters
• Generate payroll-related reports and assist with audits and adjustments
HR Ticketing System Support
• Triage and assign incoming HR tickets
• Own resolution of retirement-related employee inquiries with timeliness and care
• Uphold service excellence standards in every interaction

Qualifications
• 5+ years of direct retirement plan administration (including 401k, 457b, pension) and payroll experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• One or more current certifications: CRPP, RICP, QPA, RMA, QKA, CPFA
• Deep knowledge of ERISA, IRS rules, and retirement compliance
• Strong grasp of payroll tax treatment, benefit deductions, and payroll reporting
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and discretion with confidential information
• Experience with HRIS systems (Dayforce preferred)
• Familiarity with Principal Financial Services platform a plus
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship