Search jobs > Baltimore, MD > Senior payroll specialist

Senior Payroll Specialist

Brown Advisory
Baltimore, Maryland, US
$80K-$95K a year
Full-time

Are you the right candidate for this opportunity Make sure to read the full description below.

Company Overview

Every firm has a culture the values, beliefs, methodology, attitudes and standards that reflect an organization’s DNA. But the truly inspiring firms the game-changers, the industry leaders and the disruptors have cultures that propel them to innovate and stand out.

At Brown Advisory, we aim to be one of those inspired firms. Over the years, we have purposefully built and nurtured our client-first culture.

Brown Advisory is an independent investment management and strategic advisory firm committed to delivering a combination of first-class performance, strategic advice and the highest level of client service.

The firm’s clients including individuals, families, family offices, endowments, foundations, charities, institutions, consultants, and financial intermediaries are served by over 900 colleagues worldwide, all of whom are equity owners of the firm.

Austin Baltimore Boston Delaware Frankfurt London Nashville New York North Carolina San Francisco Singapore Southern California Tokyo Virginia Washington, D.C.

Position Summary

Brown Advisory is seeking a professional, energetic and detail-oriented individual to fill a Payroll Senior position within our Baltimore office.

The Senior Payroll Specialist reports to the Payroll Manager and will be responsible for processing US bi-weekly payroll, along with monthly payrolls within the UK, Germany, Japan and Singapore.

The Senior Payroll Specialist will ensure pay is processed on time and accurately.

Essential Functions / Responsibilities :

  • Utilize Workday payroll system
  • Assist with the payroll entry and review process for 900+ colleagues globally
  • Coordinate with Human Resources to ensure accuracy of earnings and deductions including taxable fringe benefits and garnishments
  • Prepare / finalize monthly, quarterly, and annual payroll metric reports, annual compensation statements, and annual surveys
  • Maintain payroll guidelines by writing and updating policies and procedures as necessary
  • Maintain and organize payroll records in compliance with established retention policies
  • Prepare and review filing of multi state / local and global payroll taxes, ensuring that payroll tax filings are timely and accurate
  • Verify accuracy of all GL and tax codes within payroll
  • Prepare payroll Journal Entries
  • Prepare monthly payroll reconciliations
  • Process, maintain and resolve all items related to Federal, State and local payroll taxes in a timely manner
  • Prepare annual workers compensation insurance analysis
  • Review year end payroll processing including but not limited to the creation of W2s / W2cs, P11Ds, PAYE Settlement Agreements and IR8As
  • Respond to payroll requests from colleagues, managers, auditors and vendors
  • Review workflows and implement streamlining measures
  • Remain current with professional knowledge
  • Additional duties and projects as assigned

Minimum Qualifications :

  • Five (5) to seven (7) years’ experience with Payroll Software (Workday a plus)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources or related field preferred
  • Understanding of multi-state payroll processing, including tax and other regulatory reporting requirements
  • Experience processing UK payroll a plus
  • Experience processing transactions related to equity compensation, stock options and deferred compensation
  • Advanced knowledge of MS Office
  • Maintain colleague confidence and protect payroll operations by illustrating tact, discretion, and good judgement in handling sensitive and confidential information
  • Positive attitude and ability to interact well with others
  • Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
  • Superior written and oral communication skills
  • Highly organized and detail oriented
  • CPP Certification a plus

Salary : $80 - 95k. Commensurate with experience and location. Does not include bonus or long term incentive eligibility (if applicable).

Benefits

At Brown Advisory we offer a competitive compensation package, including full benefits.

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Wellness program participation incentive
  • Financial wellness program
  • Gym membership discounts
  • Fitness event fee reimbursement
  • Corporate gym membership discounts
  • Colleague Assistance Program
  • Telemedicine Program (for those enrolled in Medical)
  • Adoption Benefits
  • Daycare late pick-up fee reimbursement
  • Basic Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
  • Voluntary Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
  • Short Term Disability
  • Paid parental leave
  • Group Long Term Disability
  • Pet Insurance
  • 401(k) (50% employer match up to IRS limit, 4 year vesting)

Brown Advisory is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

J-18808-Ljbffr

7 days ago
Related jobs
Brown Advisory
Baltimore, Maryland

The Senior Payroll Specialist reports to the Payroll Manager and will be responsible for processing US bi-weekly payroll, along with monthly payrolls within the UK, Germany, Japan and Singapore. The Senior Payroll Specialist will ensure pay is processed on time and accurately. Brown Advisory is seek...

Promoted
Baltimore City Public Schools
Baltimore, Maryland

Works with the payroll team, to audit ten- and twelve-month, summer bi-weekly payrolls with full-time and part-time regular, temporary, and substitute employee payroll processes. The payroll department supports biweekly payrolls for over 10,000 employees at Baltimore City Public Schools, on-demand p...

Promoted
D Aceto Services LLC
Baltimore, Maryland

D Aceto Services LLC is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to join our remote team. In this role, you will provide administrative support to ensure efficient operation of the office and assist team members in various tasks. ...

Promoted
Deloitte
Baltimore, Maryland

Come join the world's leading professional services firm where you will be a leader in our US Payroll offering assisting employers in managing the complexities associated with all aspects of delivery and compliance of workforce payroll. Implement and manage payroll software for US payroll operations...

Promoted
International Youth Foundation
Baltimore, Maryland

The Payroll and Benefits Manager oversees the entire payroll and benefits process. Perform a wide variety of record-keeping and payroll processing activities, including computing wage and overtime payments, calculating, and recording payroll deductions, and processing termination, and non-regular pa...

Promoted
PMA Companies
Baltimore, Maryland

This role will also include knowledge of data management best practices, payroll processes, ensuring integration between the HRIS and payroll systems to deliver accurate, timely payroll services. The Manager, HRIS & Payroll will be responsible for managing and optimizing the organization's Human...

Promoted
Greater Baltimore Medical Center (GBMC)
Towson, Maryland

Under general supervision, provides moderately complex administrative secretarial support to an individual or group, and assists with the coordination of office operations. Provides administrative and secretarial support for regular and special meetings for Gilchrist corporate office and Board of Di...

Promoted
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Laurel, Maryland

We are seeking a Payroll Coordinator to help us process bi-weekly payroll that includes maintaining, verifying, reviewing, and researching employee data to ensure accurate payment. Maintain a professional payroll certification, such as Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Pro...

PricewaterhouseCoopers Advisory Services LLC
Baltimore, Maryland
Remote

As a Manager, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. ...

Creative Financial Staffing
Baltimore, Maryland

Due to growth, they are looking to bring on a mission driven Human Resources/Payroll Coordinator on a contract to hire basis who is skilled in ADP and has an understanding of payroll. Human Resources/Payroll Coordinator - Baltimore, MD. About the Company and Human Resources/Payroll Coordinator Oppor...