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Identity, Inc

Payroll Manager

Gaithersburg, MD · On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

Processes retirement and loan payments to Retirement accounts in a timely manner. 16. Process employee reimbursements through the payment management system. 17. Point of contact for all payroll ...

X Energy LLC

Payroll Specialist V

Rockville, MD · On-site +1

$41.32 - $68.87/hr

This role is responsible for ensuring payroll is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with government regulations for a growing organization of 1,000+ employees. The ideal candidate will ...

X Energy LLC

Payroll Specialist V

Rockville, MD · Remote

$41.32 - $68.87/hr

This role is responsible for ensuring payroll is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with government regulations for a growing organization of 1,000+ employees. The ideal candidate will ...

ServeFed

Payroll Specialist

Germantown, MD · On-site

$24 - $32.50/hr

Summary Member of the Finance team that will ensure accurate processing and recording of company's payroll, provide timely and accurate financial information, participate in daily data entry Payroll ...

ServeFed

Payroll Specialist

Germantown, MD · On-site

$24 - $32.50/hr

Summary Member of the Finance team that will ensure accurate processing and recording of company's payroll, provide timely and accurate financial information, participate in daily data entry Payroll ...

DCM Inc

Benefits & Payroll Specialist

Hagerstown, MD · On-site

$80K/yr

Your role in caring for our company:The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:Process and administer the company's payroll, ensuring accurate and timely payment to ...

AM Electric Enterprises

Payroll Assistant

Frederick, MD · Remote

... in a remote work environment. Key Responsibilities * Assist with the preparation and processing of weekly, biweekly, or monthly payroll. * Review employee timesheets, attendance records, and payroll ...

Quantum Leap Research, LLC

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Payroll Specialist

Leesburg, VA · On-site

$23.75 - $32.25/hr

Review and process employee expense reports in a timely manner. * Maintain organized payroll files and documentation. * Assist with benefits and deductions tracking as needed. * Collaborate with HR ...

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AspectPayroll Processing InPayroll Clerk
Primary RoleManages payroll processing tasks, ensuring accurate salary calculations and compliancePerforms data entry, maintains payroll records, and supports payroll administration
Required SkillsKnowledge of payroll systems, attention to detail, understanding of tax lawsData entry skills, organizational skills, basic accounting knowledge
Work EnvironmentOffice setting, often part of HR or finance teamsOffice environment, administrative support role
CertificationsPayroll certifications (e.g., CPP, FPC) often preferredTypically no formal certifications required

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Payroll Manager

Identity, Inc

Gaithersburg, MD • On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

Full-time

Retirement

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

Description:

Position Title: Payroll Manager

Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes

Budget Responsibilities: No

Reports to: Controller

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Date: March 2026


Responsible for ensuring the timely and accurate processing of year-round payroll for the Organization. The work allocation is 85% dedicated to payroll-related tasks and 15% to other assigned duties. Calculates employee compensation, review accuracy of timecards, update internal payroll databases, maintain the payroll work calendar, and conduct company-wide training for all employees. Review and reconcile quarterly and yearly multi-state tax reports. Performs transactional and routine bookkeeping and other accounting responsibilities related to payroll. Works in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines and work well under pressure. Responsibilities include the following tasks: clerical and technical such as verifying, reviewing, and reconciling reports; and posting and documenting financial transactions. Serve as a liaison to internal departments, providing guidance, building working relationships, and helping to resolve issues and perform other duties as assigned.


PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:


1. Implements, maintains, and reviews payroll processing systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions.

2. Identifies and recommends updates to payroll processing software, systems, and procedures.

3. Ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes.

4. Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports of payroll transactions. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.

5. Collaborates closely with Human Resources Department to ensure all payroll-related deductions are reflected in final payroll submission.

6. Records payroll into accounting system in a timely manner and properly codes employees to designated contracts.

7. Maintains an up-to-date list of employees in the accounting software.

8. Ensures timecards correctly reflect Grant codes every pay period. Ensure monthly Time & Effort reports are completed in compliance with Identity’s policies and procedures and assist employees with questions.

9. Ensure accurate accounting and reporting on all payroll transactions, state tax payments to Virginia, Maryland and the District of Columbia, 401K retirement withholdings, garnishments, child support, and other applicable payroll related deductions and withholding.

10. Monitors daily payroll activities and assist employees with Payroll system troubleshooting.

11. Reconcile all payroll data used to prepare W-2s. Serves as a liaison and point of contact for all W-2 matters.

12. Reconcile quarterly and annual federal and state tax reporting (940, 941s, Unemployment Insurance tax).

13. Prepares all payroll related accounting journal entries including corrections and accruals.

14. Participate in audits by providing reports, records and documentation to auditors.

15. Processes retirement and loan payments to Retirement accounts in a timely manner.

16. Process employee reimbursements through the payment management system.

17. Point of contact for all payroll related notices from IRS and Paylocity. Ensures timely resolutions.

18. Prepare and post payroll calendar for the fiscal year.

19. Conducts payroll training for all new hires on the usage of the payroll system and re-trains existing employees when requested. 20. Assist in updating the annual Salary allocations file and Payroll projections.

21. Responds quickly and effectively to employees and vendors with questions and concerns.

22. Assists in the pulling of support for monthly invoices to granting agencies

23. Adheres to all organizational policies including client confidentiality requirements and standards

24. Supports Identity's mission and values. Continually looks for ways to improve the organization and works in alignment with Identities strategic goals. Brings best self to the workplace and shares ideas and suggestions.


SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES:


1. Participates in organization advocacy activities.

2. Assists with closing month and year-end files, and audit preparation.

3. Assists with other tasks as needed.

4. Participates with focus and professionalism in meetings and training sessions.

5. Performs other duties as assigned, required, or needed.

Requirements:

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business-related majors, HR or related fields. Payroll experience required.
  • Experience working in a non-profit accounting environment is highly preferred but not a requirement.
  • Strong computer and database management skills required.
  • Experience working with ADP, Paylocity or other major payroll processing software and Sage Intact is highly desirable.
  • Experience working with Docuware Document Management System and bill.com, a plus.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Bilingual English/Spanish is strongly preferable.
  • Strong excel skills required
  • Adapt with computers, calculators, photocopiers, fax, and other office equipment.
  • Learns quickly, compiles and analyzes data.
  • Performs required tasks with appropriate level of technical knowledge.
  • Exhibits patience, self-confidence, and ability to build rapport with others
  • Demonstrates strong customer orientation and diffuses situations with minimal disruption by working cooperatively and finding common ground with others.
  • Detail-oriented, thorough and accurate in all work including reconciling and proofreading.
  • Able to prioritize, organize multiple projects, and multi-task to meet deadlines with effective and efficient use of resources.
  • Practices with a strong code of e this and integrity and fulfill obligations.
  • Demonstrates sound judgment in all aspects of job responsibilities.
  • Thrives in a fast-paced environment whether working independently or with a team.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • Periodic evening/weekend work necessary.
  • Position is hybrid. Three days required in office. New hire onboarding trainings required to be held in person.
  • Continuous sitting for prolonged periods, more than two consecutive hours in an 8-hour day interspersed with mobility.
  • Keyboard and computer screen use of greater or equal to 80% of the workday.
  • The ability to lift and move up to 10lbs.

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