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4 results for Compensation Manager in Columbia, MD

Payroll Manager
  • Baltimore, MD
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 57 - 66 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for a large, multi-jurisdiction workforce based in Baltimore, Maryland. This Long-term Contract opportunity is fully remote and is ideal for someone who is detail oriented and can bring stability, accuracy, and strong leadership during a period of organizational change. The person in this role will guide day-to-day payroll execution, support a team of payroll specialists, and help maintain compliant, timely processing across complex payroll environments.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct full-cycle payroll activities for a high-volume employee population, ensuring wages, variable compensation, and related payments are processed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Supervise and support a team of 4 to 5 payroll specialists, setting clear expectations and promoting consistent, high-quality output.</p><p>• Maintain payroll calendars and oversee critical deliverables such as tax submissions, year-end statements, reconciliations, and required payroll documentation.</p><p>• Monitor adherence to applicable federal, state, provincial, and local payroll regulations to reduce risk and uphold compliance standards.</p><p>• Prepare payroll data, audit support materials, and operational reports for internal review and external requirements.</p><p>• Partner with HR, Finance, Legal, and relevant vendors to address payroll questions, resolve discrepancies, and improve cross-functional coordination.</p><p>• Manage payroll system effectiveness by identifying issues, supporting troubleshooting efforts, and helping maintain reliable integrations with related platforms.</p><p>• Contribute to process improvements, team training, and operational continuity as the organization navigates workforce and structural changes.</p>
  • 2026-07-06T00:00:00Z
Payroll Manager
  • Timonium, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is searching for a hands-on Payroll Manager to oversee and execute all aspects of payroll operations for a workforce of several hundred employees. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, eking maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and supervising a small payroll department. </p><p><br></p><p>This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced payroll professional who enjoys being actively involved in the day-to-day payroll process while leading continuous improvements and providing exceptional internal customer service. Experience with UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group) payroll systems is required. If interested, please apply to this posting or contact Cody Marshall at Robert Half.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage the end-to-end payroll process for a multi-state employee population using UKG.</li><li>Serve as the primary payroll processor, ensuring accurate and timely weekly, bi-weekly, or semi-monthly payroll processing.</li><li>Supervise, mentor, and support one Payroll team member while maintaining a collaborative and service-oriented environment.</li><li>Review payroll transactions, earnings, deductions, taxes, garnishments, bonuses, commissions, and adjustments for accuracy.</li><li>Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.</li><li>Manage payroll tax filings, W-2 processing, year-end activities, and coordinate with external vendors as needed.</li><li>Partner with Human Resources and Finance to ensure employee data, benefit deductions, and compensation changes are processed accurately.</li><li>Reconcile payroll-related accounts and assist with month-end and year-end close activities.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries in a timely and professional manner.</li><li>Maintain payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure data integrity and confidentiality.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, reporting, and system efficiencies within UKG.</li><li>Support audits by preparing payroll documentation and responding to internal and external audit requests.</li><li>Stay current on payroll legislation, tax regulations, and industry best practices.</li></ul>
  • 2026-07-07T00:00:00Z
Payroll Manager
  • McLean, VA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 35 - 55 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a Payroll Accountant to support global payroll operations for a Contract position based Washington, DC. This role oversees payroll processing, validation, and account reconciliation across multiple international jurisdictions, with particular attention to compliance, timeliness, and accuracy. The position works closely with external payroll vendors and internal payroll, tax, and accounting teams to help deliver reliable payroll outcomes and support compensation-related activities.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Coordinate monthly payroll activities across U.S. and Asia-based operations by working with external payroll providers to prepare, review, and finalize payroll runs.</p><p>• Examine payroll results for accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and confirm employee payments, tax withholdings, and statutory submissions are completed on schedule.</p><p>• Perform detailed reconciliations for payroll-related balance sheet and expense accounts on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.</p><p>• Partner with payroll, employment tax, and accounting stakeholders to support compliance with local payroll tax regulations and reporting requirements.</p><p>• Assist with payroll matters tied to global mobility arrangements, equity compensation such as restricted stock units, and other employee pay programs.</p><p>• Review payroll data and supporting documentation to identify issues, strengthen controls, and improve the reliability of payroll reporting.</p><p>• Support tax filings, remittances, and related reconciliations to help ensure obligations are met accurately and within required deadlines.</p><p>• Contribute to payroll and accounting activities that may involve process updates or operational changes, as needed by the broader team.Accuntant </p>
  • 2026-07-16T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Manager
  • Spring Grove, PA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 25 - 36 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead and oversee the full-cycle accounts payable function for a growing organization. This role is responsible for managing the AP team, ensuring timely and accurate invoice processing, maintaining strong vendor relationships, and driving process improvements within the department.</p><p>The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong analytical skills, a commitment to accuracy, and experience managing high-volume accounts payable operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Why Join Us?</p><ul><li>Competitive compensation and benefits package.</li><li>Opportunity to lead a critical accounting function.</li><li>Collaborative and supportive team environment.</li><li>Career growth and professional development opportunities.</li></ul><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable department.</li><li>Manage, mentor, and develop AP staff to ensure departmental goals are achieved.</li><li>Review and approve invoice processing, coding, and payment activities.</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate vendor payments through ACH, wire, and check transactions.</li><li>Monitor AP aging and resolve outstanding issues with vendors and internal stakeholders.</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies.</li><li>Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close activities, including account reconciliations and accruals.</li><li>Partner with Accounting and Finance leadership on reporting and cash flow planning.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve efficiency through automation and best practices.</li><li>Assist with audits and provide supporting documentation as requested.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-07-16T00:00:00Z