<p>Robert Half is hiring for a Payroll Manager to oversee and manage payroll operations for a large organization based just north of Baltimore, MD. This role requires a strong leader capable of ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations. The ideal candidate will work closely with Human Resources, Finance, and external partners to deliver efficient payroll services and provide policy guidance. You will manage a small team and be very hands on with your work. If interested, please apply directly to this posting or contact Cody Marshall at Robert Half to learn more. </p><p><br></p><p>This role requires a strong balance of leadership and execution, as you will actively participate in payroll processing, ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, and drive continuous improvement in payroll practices and systems.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage and process full-cycle payroll for multiple pay groups with varying schedules (e.g., weekly, biweekly, semi-monthly).</li><li>Supervise, mentor, and support a small payroll team, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.</li><li>Maintain a hands-on role in payroll processing, including auditing payroll data, reviewing calculations, and resolving discrepancies.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations, including tax filings, wage and hour laws, and reporting requirements.</li><li>Partner with HR, Finance, and external vendors to ensure accurate employee data, benefits deductions, and system integrations.</li><li>Oversee payroll system maintenance, updates, and enhancements; identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.</li><li>Prepare and review payroll reports, reconciliations, and analytics for leadership.</li><li>Handle complex payroll issues, audits, and year-end activities (W-2s, tax filings, etc.).</li><li>Maintain confidentiality and security of sensitive employee and payroll information.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager/Director to join a small team for a contract assignment expected to last approximately four weeks. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented payroll specialist who can evaluate current workflows, build practical payroll procedures, and support the rollout of an updated timekeeping approach. The successful candidate will bring strong operational knowledge, a hands-on leadership style, and the ability to guide employees through process adoption and training.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Assess existing payroll operations and develop streamlined procedures that improve accuracy, consistency, and efficiency.</p><p>• Lead the design and rollout of revised payroll processes that align with business needs and support day-to-day execution.</p><p>• Support implementation of the timeclock solution, including setup coordination, workflow alignment, and user readiness.</p><p>• Deliver training and practical guidance to managers and staff on updated payroll and timekeeping procedures.</p><p>• Oversee full-cycle payroll activities and ensure timely, accurate processing across a multi-state workforce.</p><p>• Manage payroll administration for a workforce of more than 500 employees while maintaining compliance with company policy and applicable regulations.</p><p>• Partner with internal stakeholders to document payroll policies, establish controls, and address operational issues during implementation.</p><p>• Provide subject matter expertise in payroll management tools to support process design and ongoing usability.</p>
<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>
<p>We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to join a well-established global construction organization in Washington, District of Columbia. This role is ideal for a payroll specialist who brings strong multi-state processing experience and a solid grasp of wage compliance requirements within project-based environments. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to a high-volume payroll function while supporting accuracy, regulatory compliance, and continuous operational improvement.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Administer end-to-end payroll processing for employees, ensuring accurate pay calculations, timely distribution, and complete payroll record maintenance.</p><p>• Oversee weekly and biweekly multi-state payroll for a large employee population, including deductions, benefit withholdings, tax payments, and wage attachments.</p><p>• Monitor payroll activities for compliance with prevailing wage rules, union pay requirements, and Davis-Bacon regulations.</p><p>• Lead and support payroll team members by providing guidance, reviewing work quality, and helping maintain efficient department operations.</p><p>• Examine payroll practices, tax rules, and benefit-related procedures to identify improvements and implement stronger controls and workflows.</p><p>• Perform audits of payroll documents and balances, including employee tax forms, earnings records, and payroll reconciliations, to maintain accuracy.</p><p>• Collaborate with finance, human resources, and other departments to resolve discrepancies, align shared data, and support reporting needs.</p><p>• Contribute to payroll process enhancements and system-related improvements that strengthen efficiency, consistency, and compliance.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>*All interested candidates in this role and other full-time Accounting Operations opportunities please send your resume to Justin Decker via LinkedIn </p>
<p>Robert Half has a new direct-hire opportunity for a Payroll Specialist in Baltimore, MD. This is a hybrid position after initial training and will partner with a tenured leadership team while owning the whole payroll process. If interested, please apply directly to this posting or contact Cody Marshall at Robert Half to learn more. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Own end-to-end payroll processing for hourly and salaried employees across multiple states</li><li>Ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, bonuses, deductions, and benefits</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records and handle updates with precision and confidentiality</li><li>Partner with HR and Finance to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations</li><li>Respond to employee payroll questions with clarity, empathy, and professionalism</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and support audits as needed</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and systems (we love smart efficiency)</li></ul><p><br></p>
<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>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>
<p>We are looking for a dedicated Payroll/Benefits Administrator to oversee payroll processing, benefit plan management, and provide support to the HR team. This role will play a vital part in ensuring accurate payroll operations and effective benefit administration while maintaining compliance with relevant policies and regulations. The Payroll Administrator will report directly to the Director of Human Resources and contribute significantly to the organization's employee experience.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process biweekly and monthly payrolls, ensuring accuracy in employee timecards, tax deductions, and direct deposits.</p><p>• Review and approve payroll changes, including tax updates, address modifications, and benefit adjustments.</p><p>• Audit payroll registers and confirm compliance with 401(k) contributions, Health Savings Account deductions, and other relevant transactions.</p><p>• Administer and track employee wage garnishments in line with applicable regulations.</p><p>• Open and close state tax accounts as needed, ensuring proper withholding and compliance with state-specific requirements.</p><p>• Coordinate employee benefit enrollments and conduct orientations for newly eligible staff.</p><p>• Address employee inquiries regarding benefits and guide them through enrollment processes.</p><p>• Manage Life Event changes and ensure timely updates to benefit plans.</p><p>• Generate comprehensive payroll reports and oversee year-end carryover processes.</p><p>• Collaborate with supervisors to resolve payroll-related discrepancies and ensure accurate timecard submissions.</p>
<p>We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can manage invoice-related issues, maintain accurate vendor records, and help keep payment activity on schedule. The role requires sound knowledge of accounts payable practices, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with internal teams and suppliers.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Investigate and resolve invoice exceptions by reviewing receiving details, quantities, pricing concerns, shortages, and overages so payments can be completed accurately.</p><p>• Prepare and process debit and credit adjustments while ensuring supporting documentation is properly reflected in accounts payable records.</p><p>• Review open credit balances across vendor accounts, research outstanding items.</p><p>• Update vendor information as needed and communicate necessary changes to the Accounts Payable Manager to maintain accurate records.</p><p>• Perform routine data entry to support invoice handling, account maintenance, and departmental documentation needs.</p><p>• Respond to vendor inquiries with professionalism and discretion while helping address payment concerns in a timely manner.</p><p>• Escalate vendor credit hold issues promptly, explain underlying causes, and partner with the Accounts Payable Manager to support resolution.</p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day invoice and payment activities for a Long-term Contract position. This opportunity is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable handling high-volume financial transactions with accuracy. The person in this role will help maintain reliable payables records, support vendor payment processes, and contribute to smooth accounting operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review and enter vendor invoices accurately while ensuring payments are processed within established timelines.</p><p>• Match invoices to purchase orders and supporting documentation before submitting items for payment.</p><p>• Assign appropriate general ledger codes to transactions and verify accounting details for completeness.</p><p>• Prepare vouchers, maintain accounts payable records, and update ledgers to support accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Assist with check runs and other payment activities while monitoring outstanding balances and discrepancies.</p><p>• Use office and accounting systems to input data, generate reports, and respond to internal or vendor inquiries.</p><p>• Support journal entry preparation and account reconciliation tasks related to accounts payable activity.</p><p>• Maintain organized documentation and filing practices for invoices, approvals, and payment records.</p>