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.