Payroll Manager
Cherry Bekaert • Fairfax, Virginia • Full Time
Posted on Fri, Jul 17, 2026
Job Title: Payroll Manager
Job Type: Direct Hire / Full-Time
Schedule: Hybrid or On-site (flexible based on location)
Compensation: Competitive base salary + bonus potential + comprehensive benefits package
Overview
Cherry Bekaert Staffing & Recruiting is seeking a Payroll Manager to lead and oversee end-to-end payroll operations for a growing organization. This position will be responsible for ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll processing across a multi-state workforce while driving process improvements and supporting broader HR/Finance initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage full-cycle payroll processing on a bi-weekly/semi-monthly basis for multi-state employees
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including tax filings and reporting
- Lead payroll audits, reconciliations, and year-end activities (W-2s, 1099s, etc.)
- Oversee payroll systems administration, maintenance, and enhancements
- Partner with HR and Finance to ensure seamless integration of payroll data (benefits, bonuses, commissions, etc.)
- Manage and mentor payroll staff (if applicable), providing training and development
- Identify opportunities for automation, efficiency improvements, and process standardization
- Support external audits and respond to payroll-related inquiries
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years of payroll experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities
- Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll regulations and compliance requirements
- Experience with payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Workday, UKG, Paylocity, or similar)
- CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) preferred
- Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities
- High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality
Preferred Experience
- Experience supporting large or rapidly growing employee populations
- Exposure to benefits administration and HRIS integration
- Experience in industries such as professional services, government contracting, or multi-entity environments
Why Apply
- Direct hire opportunity with long-term growth potential
- Visible, high-impact role within Finance/HR leadership
- Collaborative, team-oriented culture
- Competitive compensation and strong benefits offering
AuditFriendly salary estimate
The employer did not post a salary for this role. Based on AuditFriendly's salary intelligence model (comparable live postings, role, seniority, and location), we estimate base pay of $98,000–$143,000 per year (median ~$107,000). This is an AuditFriendly estimate, not an employer-provided figure.
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