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Payroll Specialist
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our team in Rockville, Maryland. In this role, you will manage payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing for employees across multiple states. This position requires a high level of attention to detail and a strong understanding of payroll systems and regulations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process full-cycle payroll for employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.<br>• Handle multi-state payroll operations, addressing unique requirements for each jurisdiction.<br>• Utilize ADP Workforce Now to manage payroll functions efficiently and effectively.<br>• Maintain and update employee payroll records, including tax forms, deductions, and direct deposit information.<br>• Prepare and distribute payroll reports to management, highlighting key data and trends.<br>• Address and resolve payroll-related inquiries from employees in a timely and detail-focused manner.<br>• Ensure compliance with payroll policies, procedures, and best practices.<br>• Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate data sharing and reporting.<br>• Support audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to inquiries.<br>• Stay updated on changes in payroll laws and regulations to maintain compliance.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in full-cycle payroll processing.<br>• Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll regulations and requirements.<br>• Proficiency in using ADP Workforce Now for payroll management.<br>• Experience processing payroll for organizations with 101-500 employees.<br>• Solid understanding of payroll tax laws, deductions, and compliance standards.<br>• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.<br>• Strong communication skills to address employee inquiries and collaborate with team members.<br>• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.
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  • Rockville, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 75000.00 - 80000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our team in Rockville, Maryland. In this role, you will manage payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing for employees across multiple states. This position requires a high level of attention to detail and a strong understanding of payroll systems and regulations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process full-cycle payroll for employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.<br>• Handle multi-state payroll operations, addressing unique requirements for each jurisdiction.<br>• Utilize ADP Workforce Now to manage payroll functions efficiently and effectively.<br>• Maintain and update employee payroll records, including tax forms, deductions, and direct deposit information.<br>• Prepare and distribute payroll reports to management, highlighting key data and trends.<br>• Address and resolve payroll-related inquiries from employees in a timely and detail-focused manner.<br>• Ensure compliance with payroll policies, procedures, and best practices.<br>• Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate data sharing and reporting.<br>• Support audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to inquiries.<br>• Stay updated on changes in payroll laws and regulations to maintain compliance.
  • 2025-11-19T20:28:56Z

Payroll Specialist Job in Rockville | Robert Half