<p>Robert Half has a new direct-hire opportunity for a Payroll Director based in Owings Mills, MD. The Payroll Director is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of payroll operations for a multi-state U.S. workforce of several thousand employees. This role oversees a small team of payroll professionals, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing while continuously improving systems, controls, and processes. This is a hybrid position! If interested, please apply to this posting or contact Cody Marshall at Robert Half to learn more.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Payroll Operations & Compliance</p><ul><li>Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for a multi-state employee population (e.g., salaried, hourly, exempt, non-exempt).</li><li>Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations (including tax filings, wage and hour laws, and reporting requirements).</li><li>Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory changes and implement necessary process updates.</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll, including bonuses, commissions, equity transactions, and off-cycle payments.</li></ul><p>Team Leadership</p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a small payroll team, fostering a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Establish clear goals, performance expectations, and professional development plans.</li><li>Optimize team workflows and resource allocation to ensure efficiency and scalability.</li></ul><p>Systems & Process Improvement</p><ul><li>Manage and optimize payroll systems (e.g., HRIS/payroll platforms), including upgrades, integrations, and troubleshooting.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline processes, automate manual tasks, and improve data accuracy.</li><li>Partner with IT and HR to enhance system functionality and reporting capabilities.</li></ul><p>Audit, Controls & Reporting</p><ul><li>Establish and maintain strong internal controls to ensure payroll accuracy and mitigate risk.</li><li>Support internal and external audits by providing documentation, reconciliations, and process explanations.</li><li>Prepare and review payroll-related reports, reconciliations, and analytics for leadership.</li></ul><p>Cross-Functional Collaboration</p><ul><li>Partner with HR on employee data changes, benefits deductions, and compliance matters.</li><li>Work closely with Finance on general ledger reconciliations, accruals, and financial reporting.</li><li>Act as a subject matter expert for payroll-related inquiries across the organization.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to join our team in Owings Mills, Maryland, on a contract basis. This role is essential to maintaining operational continuity during a leadership transition and seasonal workforce expansion. You will oversee payroll functions for a large, diverse workforce, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in all processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage payroll operations for a workforce of over 10,000 employees, including permanent, part-time, seasonal, and visa-based staff.<br>• Supervise a team of five direct reports, providing guidance, support, and performance oversight.<br>• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including multi-jurisdictional payroll requirements.<br>• Utilize Workday to manage payroll processes, ensuring data accuracy and system optimization.<br>• Collaborate with third-party providers for tax filing, garnishments, and other payroll-related services.<br>• Support the seasonal hiring ramp by adapting payroll processes to accommodate increased employee volumes.<br>• Oversee the transition of Canadian payroll operations, ensuring a smooth and compliant process.<br>• Provide leadership during organizational changes, including executive leave and staff transitions.<br>• Monitor and resolve payroll discrepancies, responding to employee inquiries in a timely and detail-oriented manner.<br>• Develop and implement process improvements to enhance payroll efficiency and accuracy.
<p>We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to manage and process full cycle payroll. The ideal candidate will ensure accurate and timely payroll processing while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.</p><p><br></p><p> Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Process semi-monthly payroll accurately and on schedule</li><li>Maintain and update employee payroll records in the payroll system</li><li>Review and validate timesheets, earnings, deductions, bonuses, and adjustments</li><li>Ensure compliance with wage and hour laws, tax regulations, and company policies</li><li>Manage payroll-related changes (new hires, terminations, promotions, benefits deductions)</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies prior to final processing</li><li>Coordinate with HR and Finance teams to ensure data accuracy and approvals</li><li>Process off-cycle payrolls, retro pay, and corrections as needed</li><li>Handle employee inquiries regarding pay, taxes, and deductions</li><li>Support internal and external audits and maintain payroll documentation</li><li>Assist with year-end processing (W-2s, tax filings)</li></ul>
We are looking for a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our team in Baltimore, Maryland. In this role, you will oversee payroll operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing for the organization. This position requires a detail-oriented individual who can effectively manage payroll systems, provide employee support, and uphold regulatory standards.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process payroll accurately and on schedule, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.<br>• Review and reconcile payroll data from various systems before finalizing submissions.<br>• Calculate wages, overtime, deductions, and project-specific rates, ensuring proper application of company policies.<br>• Prepare and submit certified payroll documents for applicable projects, including subcontractor records.<br>• Manage apprenticeship program compliance, including tracking pay rates, hours, and graduation updates.<br>• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, deductions, and pay rates, maintaining confidentiality at all times.<br>• Monitor and approve employee time entries, providing weekly attendance reports to leadership.<br>• Test and troubleshoot payroll systems to ensure functionality and efficiency.<br>• Develop and implement payroll policies to enhance compliance and streamline operations.<br>• Generate payroll reports for project managers, leadership, and other stakeholders on a regular basis.
<p>We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist for a contract-to-permanent opportunity based in Baltimore, Maryland. This role requires a detail-oriented individual who can efficiently manage high-volume payroll operations with a focus on compliance and accuracy. A strong background in payroll systems, employee onboarding, and compensation analysis, as well as excellent analytical and organizational skills, is essential.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee biweekly payroll check distribution, including the receipt and coordination of check mailing or in-person delivery.</li><li>Handle tasks related to check cancellations, overpayments, stop payments, voided checks, and reissuance.</li><li>Process and verify pre-employment requests to facilitate timely and accurate onboarding.</li><li>Run system queries to identify and resolve check address discrepancies, working collaboratively with employees and departments.</li><li>Review and address errors in payroll-related documents, such as tax forms and direct deposit submissions.</li><li>Ensure that all employment and rehire documentation adheres to federal requirements, including compliance with I-9 regulations and retirement selections.</li><li>Monitor and maintain data integrity within human resource systems, resolving issues related to payroll, benefits, and position management.</li><li>Act as the subject matter expert regarding employment classifications for Student and Graduate Assistants, ensuring compliance with relevant requirements.</li><li>Provide technical support and troubleshooting for payroll systems.</li><li>Communicate effectively with internal departments and employees to resolve payroll-related inquiries.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Join a market-leading, visionary commercial real estate developer and property manager with over seven decades of success shaping the metropolitan Washington landscape. With a renowned, award-winning portfolio spanning office, residential, retail, hospitality, and mixed-use assets—and an active pipeline of market-defining projects—this organization offers a dynamic career environment at the forefront of industry transformation.</p><p><br></p><p>We are seeking an experienced tax professional (flexible on title and compensation based on experience) to oversee tax compliance and planning for a diversified portfolio, including properties at all stages of development, financial investment holdings, and interests in sports entities. This role will provide exposure to tax work for Partnerships, S Corporations, C Corporations, trusts, individuals, private equity, and more, along with leadership responsibilities for a talented tax team.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Prepare and review individual income tax returns (multiple generations) and project extension payments and quarterly estimated taxes.</li><li>Collect and analyze documentation needed for return compliance and split of income tax liabilities.</li><li>Manage and coordinate with external advisors on tax planning.</li><li>Prepare and project taxable income for various trusts and manage quarterly estimates.</li><li>Oversee tax accounting for private equity returns, including tracking and projecting income, coordinating return prep, and collaborating with external partners.</li><li>Prepare and review gift tax returns.</li><li>Manage tax notices and offer personal financial support such as loan applications and private equity filings.</li><li>Supervise and develop the tax team including recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and performance management.</li><li>Identify training needs, execute training programs, and ensure the team's ongoing professional growth.</li><li>Support other duties and responsibilities as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee financial operations and reporting for our organization in Washington, District of Columbia. This role involves leading a team of senior accountants, ensuring precise month-end closings, and maintaining compliance with U.S. financial standards. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting skills and leadership capabilities to support organizational goals.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Supervise and mentor a team of senior accountants, fostering growth and collaboration.<br>• Oversee month-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial reporting.<br>• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable functions to maintain efficient workflows.<br>• Ensure compliance with U.S. financial regulations and organizational policies.<br>• Prepare and analyze financial statements, offering insights to support strategic decision-making.<br>• Utilize accounting software systems, such as BlackLine and Concur, to streamline operations.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address financial inquiries and challenges.<br>• Monitor and enhance internal controls to safeguard financial integrity.<br>• Coordinate external audits and ensure readiness for regulatory reviews.<br>• Support the implementation and optimization of ERP systems for improved financial management.
<p><strong>Accounting Manager — Construction Industry</strong> <em>Montgomery County, MD (Convenient to Washington, DC)</em></p><p>Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment? If so, our client, a leading construction company dedicated to redefining contractor training and industry excellence is looking for a hands on Accounting Manager. This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in an organization on the rise, supporting multiple entities and high-impact projects.</p><p><strong>In this full-time Accounting Manager position, you will:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage accounting operations and financial reporting for two dynamic companies</li><li>Oversee job cost accounting and event/project financials</li><li>Design and implement the month-end close process</li><li>Administer biweekly payroll for salaried, commissioned, and hourly staff</li><li>Ensure the timely processing and payment of vendor invoices — maximizing available discounts</li><li>Monitor staffing and departmental expenses to ensure alignment with budgets, reconciling variances as needed</li><li>Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements</li><li>Manage insurance reporting requirements</li><li>Accurately calculate, track, and accrue special event offers</li><li>Oversee both accounts receivable and accounts payable functions</li></ul><p><strong>What you bring:</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Management</li><li>5+ years’ hands-on, day-to-day accounting experience through to financial statement preparation</li><li>Proficiency in QuickBooks (desktop preferred)</li><li>A solid grasp of debits, credits, and accounting fundamentals</li><li>Experience and energy suited to a for-profit, entrepreneurial small business</li><li>Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and time management</li><li>Progressive accounting management responsibilities in your career</li><li>A consistently positive, professional attitude — and a strong personal commitment to excellence</li><li>Superb written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills</li><li>The ability to effectively prioritize and adapt in a dynamic environment</li><li>Verifiable professional references and the ability to pass a background/drug check</li></ul><p><strong>Why join our client?</strong> They offer a supportive, collaborative workplace where your expertise truly makes an impact. You’ll enjoy the chance to grow with a respected industry leader and help shape the financial success of a company on a mission.</p><p>Ready to take your accounting career to the next level? Apply today and be part of something extraordinary! Comp range is from 90K-110K in base salary + bonus and benefits. To apply to this Accounting Manager role please do so through this posting or reach out to Caren Bromberg Bach on LinkedIn or call Caren Bach at 301.965.9035.</p>
<p><strong>Accounting Manager – Hands-On Full Cycle Accounting & Process Automation (5 days/week in Chantilly)</strong></p><p>Are you ready to own the numbers and modernize the financial backbone of a growing organization? We are seeking a proactive, hands-on Accounting Manager who thrives in full-cycle accounting and is eager to bring our books current while collaborating with the Controller and CFO on the implementation of systems to automate and enhance processes.</p><p><strong>In this key role, you’ll:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all aspects of day-to-day accounting operations, including managing the integrity of the general ledger, account reconciliations, and swiftly resolving discrepancies.</li><li>Execute monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes—completing journal entries, preparing Work in Progress schedules, and delivering accurate financial statements.</li><li>Manage core transactional functions, including Accounts Payable, Job Costing, and Check Processing, ensuring smooth and timely processing.</li><li>Prepare and review monthly bank reconciliations.</li><li>Act as a finance business partner, keeping internal stakeholders informed of changes, corrections, and issues with financial data.</li><li>Support outside audit engagements and third-party information requests efficiently.</li><li>File Personal Property Tax and Sales Tax Returns across multiple states and jurisdictions.</li><li>Collaborate directly with the Controller and CFO, contributing to both everyday operations and strategic projects.</li><li>Continuously assess and improve our accounting processes and systems— championing automation and best practices to drive efficiency and accuracy.</li><li>Tackle special projects and support additional finance initiatives, as needed.</li></ul>
<p>Are you ready to ignite the next phase of your career? Join a dynamic team where finance meets innovation! We’re searching for a passionate Accountant/Financial Analyst who thrives at the intersection of financial rigor and data-driven insights. If you have a Big 4 pedigree, a CPA, and an eagerness to solve business challenges with both advanced accounting and modern analytics, we want to hear from you. This is a hybrid role located in Baltimore, MD with good work/life balance!!</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Supervise a team of 1-2 people</li><li>Lead the transformation of complex financial data into actionable intelligence for key business decisions</li><li>Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful reports, dashboards, and business cases</li><li>Manage and enhance accounting processes including audit, controls, and monthly close</li><li>Utilize tools like Power BI and Excel</li><li>Support ongoing budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis projects</li><li>Ensure the integrity of financial statements and compliance with all regulatory standards</li><li>Collaborate on process improvements and innovation initiatives in the finance function </li></ul>
<p>Are you ready for a position where precision, leadership, and continuous improvement pave the way for meaningful contributions? We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced <strong>Supervisor, Accounting Operations & Payroll</strong> to join our finance and accounting team. This critical role not only offers the chance to manage complex payroll and general ledger processes but also provides opportunities to enhance operational efficiencies and drive process improvements. In this role, you’ll oversee the <strong>general ledger, payroll, and AP functions</strong>, including month-end close activities, reconciliations, and regulatory reporting. You’ll also assist with budget and forecast preparation, play a key role in audits, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and company-specific policies. If you're someone who thrives on accuracy, collaboration, and forward-thinking solutions, this is an excellent opportunity to make an impact. My client has a phenomenal no drama environment where there is collaboration, open communication, and respect for one another. They are a forward thinking organization looking for more efficient and effective ways to operate while reducing potential for errors. They have a very comprehensive and attractive benefit package including bonus compensation plans.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and supervise the <strong>monthly, quarterly, and year-end close</strong> processes, ensuring timely reconciliation of balance sheet accounts.</li><li>Oversee the accurate <strong>processing of semi-monthly and unscheduled payrolls</strong>, ensuring compliance with federal and state wage and tax laws.</li><li>Supervise the weekly processing and review of accounts payable, maintaining alignment with divisional budgets.</li><li>Prepare and assist in the development of <strong>quarterly and annual financial statements</strong>.</li><li>Manage <strong>monthly, quarterly, and year-end accruals</strong>, as well as fixed asset reconciliations and depreciation reporting.</li><li>Handle payroll-related reporting, including W-2s, 940, 941, and ensure all benefit and travel policies are applied correctly.</li><li>Safeguard financial and confidential payroll information by maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines.</li><li>Support annual budget, forecast processes, and variance analysis to meet organizational goals.</li><li>Coordinate with internal and external auditors and prepare supporting documentation for audits.</li><li>Maintain updated policies for Accounting Operations and Payroll procedures, ensuring compliance and ongoing improvement.</li><li>Assist with regulatory reporting and tasks, such as 1099, 1042, Board of Director reporting, and ad hoc reporting.</li><li>Actively participate in vendor maintenance, confirming tax and financial data accuracy while supporting vendor management controls.</li><li>Identify, analyze, and implement process improvements and internal control measures across operations, accounting, payroll, and reporting.</li><li>Conduct accounting research, draft technical memorandums, and deliver recommendations as needed.</li><li>Support the team with cross-training, ensuring operational contingencies are effectively addressed.</li><li>Contribute to the annual Risk Control Self-Assessment process to meet compliance goals.</li></ul>