Job Description
Join the Department of Defense as a Federal Daily Pay Specialist in Austin, TX. We seek a meticulous professional to manage daily payroll operations for federal contractors with immediate payment processing requirements. This role offers flexible scheduling and competitive daily rates while supporting critical government infrastructure projects. Enjoy the unique opportunity to serve your country with financial precision in one of America's most dynamic tech hubs.
Responsibilities
- Process daily payroll for federal contractors using GSA-certified systems
- Verify timesheets and compliance with FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation) guidelines
- Resolve payment discrepancies within 24-hour SLA
- Coordinate with DOD finance teams for expedited payment processing
- Maintain strict adherence to FTR (Federal Travel Regulation) standards
- Generate daily payment reconciliation reports for audit trails
- Support emergency deployment pay for temporary federal personnel
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years federal payroll processing experience
- Active DOD security clearance (or ability to obtain within 30 days)
- Proficiency with DFAS (Defense Finance and Accounting Service) systems
- Certified Federal Payroll Professional (CFPP) preferred
- Expert knowledge of FLSA and Davis-Bacon Act requirements
- Advanced Excel skills with VLOOKUP and pivot tables
- Ability to work under FCI (Continuity of Operations) protocols