Description 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. Key Responsibilities: + Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for 100+ physicians, nurses, and administrative staff, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness. + Manage complex payroll scenarios including shift differentials, variable compensation models, and state system integrations. + Serve as the department’s primary liaison with internal HR and Finance teams, as well as external stakeholders. + Support onboarding of new clinical staff, ensuring accurate payroll setup and system access. + Play a key role in the department’s transition from PeopleSoft to Oracle Quantum, including testing, validation, and training. + Collaborate with leadership to implement process improvements and ensure audit readiness. + Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal, state, and institutional payroll regulations and policies. Skills Payroll processing, Reporting, Accounting, Payroll, Garnishments, Payroll tax, Deduction, Oracle, Excel Skills & Qualifications + 8+ years of progressive payroll experience, preferably in healthcare, higher education, or large-scale organizations. + Strong working knowledge of payroll systems (Oracle, PeopleSoft, Workday, or similar). + Experience with complex payroll structures, including shift differentials and multi-entity or state payrolls. + Demonstrated ability to lead processes and influence cross-functional teams without direct reports. + High attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to accuracy and compliance. + CPP certification preferred but not required. Job Type & Location 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 classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • 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. About Aston Carter: 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. 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. 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 (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.