Payroll Manager 16798317

Cherry Bekaert • Alexandria, VA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

A well-established organization is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager for a 2–3 month contract engagement. This role will support end-to-end payroll operations for a large U.S. employee population and requires hands-on leadership in a deadline-driven environment.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Payroll Manager or Senior Payroll Lead
• Strong hands-on experience with Costpoint and ADP
• Experience managing payroll for 1,000+ employees
• Solid understanding of U.S. payroll laws and best practices
• Detail-oriented, reliable, and comfortable working onsite part-week
• U.S. payroll only (no international payroll required)

Responsibilities

• Oversee and execute bi-weekly payroll for approximately 1,500 U.S. employees
• Ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely processing using Costpoint and ADP
• Review payroll data, audit results, and resolve discrepancies
• Partner with HR and Accounting on payroll changes, reporting, and approvals
• Address payroll inquiries and ensure consistent application of payroll policies
• Maintain strong internal controls and compliance with federal and state regulations

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees