Payroll Specialist

We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations in Silver Spring, Maryland through a Contract assignment. This position will independently manage end-to-end payroll activities for a workforce of approximately 150 employees, including both hourly and salaried team members. The role requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and a commitment to accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing on a bi-weekly schedule.Responsibilities:• Administer complete payroll processing for approximately 150 employees, ensuring each bi-weekly cycle is completed accurately and on schedule.• Review time records for hourly staff, including overtime and scheduled hours, to confirm pay calculations align with approved data.• Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation to meet internal standards and regulatory requirements.• Resolve payroll discrepancies by researching issues, validating data, and coordinating with appropriate stakeholders when needed.• Process payroll for both exempt and non-exempt employees while applying relevant wage, tax, and deduction rules.• Support compliance with multi-state payroll requirements and help ensure payroll practices follow applicable laws and company policies.• Work within payroll platforms such as Paychex and contribute to payroll-related system updates or transition activities as assigned.• Prepare payroll reports and summaries to support auditing, reconciliation, and management review.