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Payroll/Finance Specialist

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

Manage semi-monthly, full-cycle payroll, including payroll changes, deductions, contributions ... projects. * Coordinate with HR, Finance, IT and other administrative functions on matters affecting ...

MileOne Autogroup

Payroll Coordinator

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$24 - $30/hr

... managing their experience with MileOne. Essential Duties: * Conduct audits of various business ... Complete job change functions, daily tasks and projects within the Workday system * Assist adhering ...

MileOne Autogroup

Payroll Coordinator

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$24 - $30/hr

... managing their experience with MileOne. Essential Duties: * Conduct audits of various business ... Complete job change functions, daily tasks and projects within the Workday system * Assist adhering ...

Everstand

Accounting & Payroll Specialist

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$52K - $64K/yr

... payroll management, healthcare benefits, retirement programs, bonuses, and collaborating with the health insurance broker. Additionally, the SAPBS will work on ad-hoc Finance projects, ensuring ...

Everstand

Accounting & Payroll Specialist

Baltimore, MD

$47K - $64K/yr

... payroll management, healthcare benefits, retirement programs, bonuses, and collaborating with the health insurance broker. Additionally, the SAPBS will work on ad-hoc Finance projects, ensuring ...

Deloitte

SAP/SF Payroll Senior Consultant

Baltimore, MD · On-site

Work you'll do As an SAP SuccessFactors Payroll Senior Consultant on the HR Strategy & Technology ... project success Leading and managing teams across assigned workstreams Maintaining a hands-on role ...

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How much do payroll project manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for payroll project manager in Baltimore, MD is $88,827.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,500.00 and $103,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a payroll project manager?

To thrive as a Payroll Project Manager, you need expertise in payroll processes, project management methodologies, and a solid understanding of compliance regulations, often supported by a degree in business or finance. Familiarity with payroll software systems (such as ADP or SAP), project management tools, and certifications like PMP or CPP are typically required. Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills help in managing cross-functional teams and ensuring smooth project delivery. These skills and qualifications are crucial to ensure accurate payroll execution, compliance with legal standards, and successful project implementation within deadlines.

What are some common challenges faced by payroll project managers during system implementations?

Payroll Project Managers often encounter challenges such as aligning project timelines with payroll cycles, ensuring data integrity during migration, and managing compliance with local and international regulations. Coordinating across multiple departments, such as HR, IT, and finance, can also present difficulties due to varying priorities and workflows. Effective communication, strong organizational skills, and a clear understanding of both technical and payroll-specific requirements are essential to navigating these challenges successfully.

What is the difference between Payroll Project Manager vs Payroll Specialist?

AspectPayroll Project ManagerPayroll Specialist
CertificationsCPP, FPC, PMP often preferredCPP, FPC common
Work EnvironmentOversees payroll projects, manages teamsHandles payroll processing, data entry
Employer UsageUsed in organizations with complex payroll systemsCommon in HR and payroll departments

The Payroll Project Manager focuses on managing payroll-related projects, ensuring timely implementation and process improvements, often requiring project management certifications. The Payroll Specialist handles day-to-day payroll processing tasks, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Both roles are essential but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Payroll Project Manager job openings in Baltimore, MD as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $88,823 per year, or $42.7 per hour.

Senior Payroll Processing Supervisor

Towson University

Towson, MD • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Towson University rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

390th of 631 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Job Summary
Towson University (TU) has earned distinction as both a top-100 public university and one of the nation's great colleges to work for. Located north of Baltimore, TU currently enrolls more than 19,000 students and is the second-largest university in the prestigious University System of Maryland. Towson University fosters a climate that is grounded in respect to cultivate the intellectual and personal growth of the entire university community.
Towson University is accepting applications for a Senior Payroll Processing Supervisor within the Office of Payroll to take full ownership of managing the University's bi-weekly Contingent payroll. This role is responsible for creating and analyzing reports for submission to the Central Payroll Bureau and utilizing expertise in PeopleSoft payroll processing. Telework may be available for this position up to two days per week following the completion of 90 days of service in good standing.
Responsibilities and Duties
  • Manage all contingent payment documents to ensure accuate processing and posting.
  • Manage the receipt, verification and data entry to PeopleSoft of all contingent payroll related forms and documents including adjunct faculty contracts, flat rate forms, time sheets and DIAR stipends.
  • Manage the Graduate Assistant and Resident Assistant payment program including data entry of the hire record, payment schedule, and payment set up in PeopleSoft Additional Pay.
  • Manage the set up and maintenance of payment spreadsheets used as control system to track biweekly payments due and process data changes.
  • Manage the student employee payment program including processing web & paper timesheets, data entry of data changes such as pay rate or approval group, process terminations and assure compliance with FICA tax regulations regarding enrollment status
  • Manage daily workflow which must be closely monitored to meet strict payroll processing deadline imposed by CPB. Provide staff with payroll training, coaching/couseling, and perform periodic perfomance evaluations.
  • Run payroll processing steps to produce the Gross Pay file processes that ultimately is used to electronically send pay data to Central Payroll Bureau's (CPB) system. Monitor system output, identify errors, diagnose problems and make appropriate corrections to PeopleSoft to insure accuracy of data and to resolve system-related problems.
  • Update PeopleSoft payroll processing steps for improvements and new business process changes as needed, particularly after major upgrade.
  • Actively participate and function as a subject matter contributor in projects related to payroll, and any integrations with HCM, and Cloud HCM. Assist with testing for upcoming enhancements that would impact Peoplesoft and the payroll system.
  • Verify and perform a full analysis of payroll source documents to assure accurate payment processing.
  • Manage the new electronic file submission process. Will need to assist with training paysroll staff on new electronic file submission process. Perform a detailed vaildation of all files received from OHR before processing payroll files as well as a troubleshoot and analyze all errors with the electronic file.
  • Serve as the backup for the Regular payroll processing and assume duties of the Asst Payroll Supervisor and Payroll Manager in his/her absence.
  • Serve as PACS Contingent file coordinator.
  • Review all student transactions on the weekly PACS Cont files for accurate transmission to CPB.
  • Verify Image Now documents and PeopleSoft data entry to the PACS weekly files.
  • Research all errors, rejects, and pending transactions.
  • Work with Payroll Analyst and OTS Developer to resolve all issues, including determining action required of OTS Developer, submitting Tech Tickets, and monitoring outcome.
  • Mange ImageNow workflow queues for all student transactions; including new hires, pay rate, other changes, and terminations for accurate documentation and processing. Troubleshoot and resolve technical problems and, in conjunction with OTS, test system upgrades.
  • Research problems concerning pay rates, reclassifications, stop payment requests, cancelled checks, overtime calculations, W-2 and W-4 forms and address changes. Manage the process of completing employment verifications and accident reports performed by accounting clerk.
  • Works directly with Financial Aid Director and Federal Work Study (FWS) Administrator to assure that students do not use their FWS award funds until all requirements are satisfied. This requires running queries, monitoring and communicating results to FWS Administrator and the student's supervisor.

Qualifications and Skills
  • Bachelor's degree and three years of related experience.
  • Thorough knowledge of complex and specialized payroll rules. Ability to run and troubleshoot processes and to create queries.
  • Ability to provide excellent customer service and to multi-task.

Preference
  • Previous experience in a Higher Education environment.
  • Supervisory and team-building skills.

Salary and Benefits
Targeted salary range at $57,000-$60,000 annually and full University benefits that include 22 days of annual leave, up to 17 holidays, personal and sick days; excellent health, life, and retirement plans; and tuition remission. To learn more about our benefits, click here . TU also offers a variety of great perks and discounts, which can be found here .
This position will be open for a minimum of 14 days. A cover letter and resume with your online application is required.

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