Payroll Manager - Creative Financial Staffing

Are you a payroll expert with a passion for precision and compliance? Do you excel in managing multi-state payroll operations and navigating complex systems like ADP Workforce Now? Our client near the Laurel, MD area is looking to hire a Payroll Manager to their team! You’ll work with a supportive team in a well-established organization that values its employees and fosters professional growth.

This position offers remote flexibility, but individual must be local as this position will be onsite 1 day/week.

About the Role:

As the Payroll Manager, you’ll oversee the end-to-end payroll function for a workforce of 800+ employees, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. Reporting directly to the Controller with dotted line to CFO, you’ll handle payroll processing, tax filings, benefits administration, and more—all while playing a pivotal role in supporting the company’s financial operations and employee satisfaction.

Offering:

• Remote/hybrid work!
• Fantastic work life balance and flexibility
• Full health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Additional incentives and perks

Payroll Manager Key Responsibilities

• Process semi-monthly and bi-weekly, multi-state payroll for 800+ employees using ADP Workforce Now.
• Ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local wage and hour laws, and support related audits.
• Address payroll-related inquiries and provide guidance on regulations to employees and management.
• Implement and maintain payroll policies and procedures to streamline operations.
• Prepare analytical reports and reconcile payroll tax accounts for accurate reporting.
• Manage time and labor systems, assisting new hires with time-off tracking and requests.
• Handle final pay, severance payouts, and agency notices, and oversee unemployment and local account registrations.
• Contribute to audits, tax filings, and other payroll-related financial activities.

Payroll Manager Qualifications:

• 5-10 years of multi-state payroll experience.
• Proficiency in ADP Workforce Now is preferred
• Strong knowledge of Federal, State, and local payroll laws.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.
• Certified Payroll Professional certification is a plus.