Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Specialist to join our clients team on an extended contract basis. As a Payroll Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while maintaining compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. This position is ideal for a dedicated professional with a strong background in payroll administration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Payroll Processing: Prepare and process bi-weekly, semi-monthly, or monthly payroll for employees across multiple locations.

• Compliance: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.

• Data Management: Maintain and update employee payroll records, including tax deductions, benefits, and direct deposit information.

• Reporting: Generate and review payroll reports for accuracy and reconciliation.

• Audits: Assist with internal and external payroll audits, providing necessary documentation and support.

• Issue Resolution: Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries promptly.

• System Maintenance: Support payroll system updates and testing as needed.

  Requirements

• Experience: 3+ years of payroll processing experience, preferably in a multi-state or global organization.

• Education: Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred.

• Software Skills: Proficiency in payroll systems such as ADP, Workday, or Paychex. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel is a plus.

• Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance standards.

• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in handling confidential information.

• Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot and resolve payroll issues effectively.

• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with employees and management.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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