Payroll Manager

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Payroll Manager in Columbia, MD. Responsibilities: Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for multi-state employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations Manage payroll tax filings, garnishments, benefits deductions, and year-end processing (W-2s) Ensure payroll records are accurate and confidential while resolving payroll discrepancies in a timely manner Partner with HR and Finance to maintain employee data and support audits Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and ensure compliance with company policies Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (required) 5+ years of payroll experience, including 2+ years in a leadership or supervisory role Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll processing, payroll tax regulations, and labor laws Experience with payroll systems such as ADP, Workday, UKG, or Paylocity Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave. Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. By clicking “Apply Today” you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.