Payroll Manager

Lee Hecht Harrison

DC

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$40–$53 Per Hour
SKILLS
ADP, Accounting, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Cross-Functional, Data Quality, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Federal Laws and Regulations, General Ledger Accounting, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Operations Management, Payroll Administration, Payroll Management, Payroll Software/Services, Payroll Tax, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, State Laws and Regulations, Tax Regulations, Time Management, Vision Plan
LOCATION
DC
POSTED
10 days ago

Position Summary

The Payroll Manager is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll, ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations. This role manages payroll operations using ADP Workforce Now and serves as the primary point of contact for payroll-related inquiries. This position does not require direct supervisory responsibilities but requires strong ownership of payroll processes and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

  • Process full-cycle payroll (weekly, bi-weekly, and/or semi-monthly) using ADP Workforce Now

  • Ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, bonuses, commissions, deductions, and taxes

  • Maintain and reconcile payroll records, reports, and general ledger entries

  • Administer payroll-related changes including new hires, terminations, and compensation updates

  • Manage garnishments, benefit deductions, and tax withholdings in compliance with regulations

  • Ensure timely and accurate filing of payroll taxes and year-end reporting (W-2s, etc.)

  • Audit payroll data regularly to identify and resolve discrepancies

  • Serve as the primary contact for employee payroll questions and issue resolution

  • Partner with HR and Accounting teams to ensure data accuracy and alignment

  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payroll laws and regulatory changes

  • Support payroll system enhancements, reporting, and process improvements

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of payroll experience, including full-cycle processing

  • Hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now required

  • Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll laws and tax regulations

  • Experience reconciling payroll to the general ledger

  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

  • 401k retirement account.

Pay Details: $40.00 to $53.00 per hour

Search managed by: Matthew Nolan

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

About the Company

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Lee Hecht Harrison