Payroll & Compliance Lead

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) seeks a Payroll Supervisor to lead complex payroll operations, ensure accurate compensation, and maintain strict compliance across multiple payrolls. You will work cross-functionally with HR, Labor Relations, and Legal to resolve issues and optimize processes.

The role emphasizes governance, data integrity, and customer service, with responsibilities across grievance hearings, audits, and operational improvements.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience in processing, administration, analysis and/or supervision of payroll.
• Associate's degree in accounting, finance, or related field required.
• Knowledge of GAAP and payroll laws and regulations.
• Experience with unionized payroll and collective bargaining agreements.

Responsibilities

• Acts as the first escalation point for payroll inquiries and discrepancies.
• Supervises and trains payroll staff to ensure pay documents are accurate.
• Processes weekly and biweekly payrolls and reconciles reports.
• Develops metrics to assess payroll processes and identify improvements.
• Coordinates with external auditors for year-end payroll documentation.
• Leads process improvements and automation to enhance accuracy and service.

Skills

Analytical skills

Payroll knowledge

Microsoft Office

Communication

Internal controls

Documentation

ERP systems

HR/payroll software

Education

Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Relations, Business Administration

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Relations, or Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems (PeopleSoft, Oracle, SAP)

HR/payroll software

Job description

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) seeks a Payroll Supervisor to lead complex payroll operations, ensure accurate compensation, and maintain strict compliance across multiple payrolls. You will work cross-functionally with HR, Labor Relations, and Legal to resolve issues and optimize processes.

The role emphasizes governance, data integrity, and customer service, with responsibilities across grievance hearings, audits, and operational improvements.