Description

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A leading academic medical department in Baltimore is seeking a seasoned Payroll Supervisor to lead payroll operations for a high-impact, fast-paced clinical and administrative environment. This is a pivotal role supporting over 100 physicians and clinical staff, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing during a period of organizational transformation.\n\nAs the department transitions from a legacy system to Oracle Quantum (go-live February 2026), this role offers a unique opportunity to help shape and optimize payroll processes in a modern cloud-based system. The ideal candidate will bring deep payroll expertise, strong leadership instincts, and a proactive mindset to support both day-to-day operations and long-term improvements.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\nOversee end-to-end payroll processing for 100+ physicians, nurses, and administrative staff, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness.\nManage complex payroll scenarios including shift differentials, variable compensation models, and state system integrations.\nServe as the department’s primary liaison with internal HR and Finance teams, as well as external stakeholders.\nSupport onboarding of new clinical staff, ensuring accurate payroll setup and system access.\nPlay a key role in the department’s transition from PeopleSoft to Oracle Quantum, including testing, validation, and training.\nCollaborate with leadership to implement process improvements and ensure audit readiness.\nMaintain up-to-date knowledge of federal, state, and institutional payroll regulations and policies.

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Skills

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Payroll processing, Reporting, Accounting, Payroll, Garnishments, Payroll tax, Deduction, Oracle, Excel

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Top Skills Details

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Payroll processing,Reporting,Accounting,Payroll

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Additional Skills & Qualifications

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8+ years of progressive payroll experience, preferably in healthcare, higher education, or large-scale organizations.\nStrong working knowledge of payroll systems (Oracle, PeopleSoft, Workday, or similar).\nExperience with complex payroll structures, including shift differentials and multi-entity or state payrolls.\nDemonstrated ability to lead processes and influence cross-functional teams without direct reports.\nHigh attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to accuracy and compliance.\nCPP certification preferred but not required.

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Experience Level

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Expert Level

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This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Baltimore, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.86 - $48.07/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Baltimore,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 13, 2026.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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