Description

We are offering a long-term contract employment opportunity for a Payroll Specialist in Portland, Oregon. This role offers a part-time employment opportunity, and the successful candidate will be tasked with absorbing payroll and HR tasks while supporting a transition in software systems.

Responsibilities:

• Effectively manage and process payroll for approximately 120 employees.

• Support the transition in software systems by setting up processes and creating guides.

• Handle HR administration tasks including but not limited to onboarding new employees and managing employee relations.

• Ensure accurate payroll tax calculations and deductions.

• Monitor employee accounts and take appropriate actions as needed.

• Maintain up-to-date and accurate records of payroll transactions.

• Respond to and resolve payroll-related inquiries from employees.

• Handle payroll garnishments according to federal and state regulations.

• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and company policies.

Requirements

• Proficiency in ADP Workforce Now or Paychex is strongly preferred

• 2+ years of demonstrated experience managing payroll for 100+ employees

• Familiarity with payroll garnishments is required

• Knowledge of Human Resources (HR) Administration is beneficial

• Experience in the onboarding process for new hires

• Strong understanding of employee relations

• Familiarity with payroll taxes and related legislation

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail

• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or related field preferred but not required

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification is an advantage

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 including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company’s 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources.

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