<p>We are looking for an Payroll Staff Accountant to support key accounting operations for a manufacturing organization in Dayton, Ohio. To be considered for ongoing opportunities, please apply first, then contact our finance and accounting talent managers at (937) 224-8326.</p><ul><li>Reconcile large volume general ledger accounts</li><li>Payroll Journal entry process</li><li>Month end close process</li><li>Responsible for many accrual entries</li><li>Requires in-depth understanding of payroll accounting and ability to interpret heavy financial data </li><li>Handle questions or concerns from all levels of management regarding their financials</li><li>General Ledger Account Reconciliations </li><li>Responsible for the coordination of timely clearing of items for assigned general ledger accounts and communication of issues to the appropriate individuals within the company</li><li>Ensure compliance with (GAAP) generally accepted accounting principles, Sarbanes-Oxley 404 control procedures and company procedures. Assist in quarterly/annual SOX walkthrough, testing and updating business process narratives </li><li>Perform other ad hoc projects as requested by management</li><li>Ability to audit financial data and make necessary corrections is critical during the close process</li><li>Correct errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents and reports. May be required to work additional hours during the month end /year end close process</li><li>Working experience with payroll, month end close, and accounting systems preferred (preferably Oracle and Workday)</li><li>Perform account research and analyses to determine trends, estimates, and significant changes</li><li>Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a high level of attention to detail</li></ul>
<p>Natalie Lue with Robert Half is recruiting for an HR Generalist who has exposure to employee relations, recruiting coordination, and is happy to take full ownership of payroll. Great role for someone who wants a M-F schedule and enjoys wearing multiple hats and enjoys solving problems. Small close knit family business with room for adding on additional responsibilities over time. Real Estate, Property Management, or Construction is a plus. Could also have HR/Payroll exposure from serving clients in these industries!</p><p>Solid Excel a must!.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Serve as the primary onsite HR contact, providing day-to-day support to employees and managers on personnel-related matters.</p><p>• Administer multi-state payroll through Paychex and coordinate closely with finance leadership to maintain timely and accurate processing.</p><p>• Manage core HR administrative activities, including preparing offer documentation, maintaining job descriptions, and posting open positions.</p><p>• Support the full onboarding process for new hires, ensuring required paperwork, system records, and orientation steps are completed properly.</p><p>• Assist with employee relations matters by responding to questions, documenting issues, and helping maintain consistent HR practices.</p><p>• Coordinate benefits and HRIS-related updates, keeping employee records current and organized.</p><p>• Facilitate compliance-focused activities such as safety training administration and separation documentation when employment changes occur.</p><p>• Help maintain dependable HR processes across employees located in multiple states, ensuring local and company requirements are followed.</p>
<p> Follow Shad on LinkedIn at #chalkboardtalk for videos on his open roles. Shad and his team at Robert Half are working with a company in the LNG industry. This publicly held client is looking for a candidate out of public accounting or industry that has been with a client that has a depth in understanding Payroll Accounting and experience with Stock Based Compensation. This specialized role will be great for an accounting candidate that is ready to make a move from public accounting or industry. This candidate needs to bring 3 plus year’s experience, a CPA or CPA with parts passed or scheduled and filed letter of intent to sit. Company's compensation make up is base salary, bonus potential and benefits and equity potential. For confidential consideration for this opportunity please e-mail Shad at [email protected] with your Microsoft Word Resume with Payroll Senior Accountant in the subject line. </p>
We are looking for an experienced Sr Payroll Tax Analyst to support payroll tax operations for a large, multi-state workforce based in Memphis, Tennessee. This Long-term Contract position focuses on strengthening payroll tax compliance, improving process efficiency, and providing expert guidance on tax regulations, reporting, and issue resolution. The role will partner closely with payroll, finance, tax, and business leaders to maintain accurate tax setup, support filings, and address complex payroll tax matters.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review payroll processing and tax filing activity to confirm accurate withholding, reporting, and compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders and external service providers to ensure payroll tax transactions and filings are administered correctly and on schedule.<br>• Research new and changing tax laws, assess operational impact, and recommend updates to policies, controls, and procedures.<br>• Validate payroll system tax configurations and reconcile tax accounts against remittances and related payroll records.<br>• Lead or support payroll tax initiatives, including third-party system implementations, upgrades, and process enhancement efforts.<br>• Serve as a point of contact for employee payroll tax questions and coordinate responses with tax agencies when needed.<br>• Produce and analyze reports related to payroll tax payments, liabilities, and overall payroll expenditures for management review.<br>• Identify workflow gaps and develop practical improvements that increase accuracy, efficiency, and service quality across payroll tax operations.<br>• Provide guidance to less experienced team members and share subject matter expertise on complex payroll tax issues.
<p>Our client is looking for a Payroll Tax Analyst in Sugar Land, Texas. In this role, you will manage payroll tax processes, ensuring compliance with multi-state regulations and accurate reporting. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in payroll tax reconciliation, reporting, and deposits, along with strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and file multi-state payroll tax returns and reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local regulations.</p><p>• Manage payroll tax deposits and payments in accordance with established deadlines.</p><p>• Reconcile payroll tax accounts to ensure all transactions are properly recorded and discrepancies are resolved promptly.</p><p>• Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations to ensure ongoing compliance.</p><p>• Assist with quarterly and year-end payroll tax reporting requirements.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to address payroll tax-related inquiries and provide necessary support.</p><p>• Utilize Microsoft Excel for data analysis, reporting, and reconciliation tasks.</p><p>• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency of payroll tax operations.</p><p>• Maintain accurate records and documentation for audits and regulatory reviews.</p>
We are looking for an HR/Payroll Specialist to support day-to-day human resources and payroll operations for a workforce of more than 200 employees in Yonkers, New York. This position is well suited for an organized individual who can balance recruiting, onboarding, compliance, payroll administration, and employee support in a busy environment. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage confidential information with care while helping maintain accurate HR processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead hiring support activities by reviewing applicants, coordinating candidate screening, and helping fill open positions efficiently<br>• Guide new hires through pre-employment and onboarding steps, ensuring required documentation is completed accurately and on time<br>• Maintain employee and applicant records within HR and payroll systems, keeping data current, organized, and audit-ready<br>• Process payroll and benefits-related activities with close attention to accuracy, timeliness, and policy compliance<br>• Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports to support workforce tracking, HR administration, and management decision-making<br>• Assist with employee relations and labor-related matters while handling sensitive information appropriately and discreetly<br>• Support compliance with applicable state and federal employment requirements and maintain documentation for regulatory reviews<br>• Oversee specialized transportation-related compliance activities, including Article 19-A and school bus driver instruction requirements when applicable
<p>We are seeking an experienced HR/Payroll Administrator to join an established organization in the Greater St. Louis Metro area. This role plays a key part in supporting the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, benefits administration, employee relations, compliance, and HR operations, while also overseeing full‑cycle payroll processing. The ideal candidate is an organized, people‑focused professional with strong HR expertise, a solid understanding of payroll processes, and the ability to partner effectively with employees and leadership.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Oversee and process weekly payroll for contract, commissioned, and salaried employees, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely execution. </li><li>Serve as a primary point of contact for employee questions related to payroll, benefits, policies, and HR processes, providing clear and supportive guidance. </li><li>Manage and maintain accurate employee records, including new hires, terminations, status changes, compensation updates, and benefit elections. </li><li>Coordinate and support new hire onboarding and orientation, ensuring a smooth and compliant employee experience. </li><li> Administer benefits programs, including enrollments, changes, deductions, and coordination with vendors. </li><li> Ensure accurate timesheet collection, review, and approval in alignment with company policies and labor regulations. </li><li>Conduct regular audits of payroll, benefits, and HR data to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. </li><li>Prepare payroll, HR, and compliance reports for management and leadership as needed. </li><li>Track and support performance evaluation processes and employee documentation. </li><li>Partner with leadership to support HR initiatives, compliance efforts, and process improvements. </li></ul><p> </p><p> </p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Compensation and Payroll Specialist to join our client in Norton Massachusetts. This role requires someone who excels in managing payroll processes, HR data analysis, and compliance with labor regulations. You will play a key role in ensuring accurate payroll, maintaining HR systems, and contributing to compensation strategies.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Collect, verify, and maintain accurate timekeeping records for employees to ensure precise payroll processing.</p><p>• Process bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll cycles, calculating wages, overtime, bonuses, taxes, and deductions.</p><p>• Address and resolve payroll-related inquiries from employees and management in a timely manner.</p><p>• Compile and analyze HR metrics and data from various sources, including HR systems, payroll outputs, and labor statistics.</p><p>• Conduct market research to benchmark compensation ranges and ensure competitive pay structures for different roles.</p><p>• Perform classification audits to verify proper exemption status for job positions.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including wage and hour laws.</p><p>• Conduct annual pay equity audits and provide actionable recommendations based on findings.</p><p>• Maintain and update HR databases, ensuring data integrity and alignment with finance systems.</p><p>• Collaborate with Operations to analyze labor and machine hour variances, driving continuous improvement efforts.</p>
<p>We are seeking a highly skilled Payroll Analyst to work with a client of ours on a long-term contract.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description</strong></p><ul><li>Analyze payroll data, identify discrepancies, and recommend process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency</li><li>Perform payroll audits, variance analysis, and trend reporting across multiple entities and jurisdictions</li><li>Support payroll system implementations, upgrades, and integrations (HRIS/ERP)</li><li>Develop and maintain payroll reports and dashboards for leadership visibility (headcount, overtime, tax exposure)</li><li>Ensure compliance with SOX controls, internal policies, and regulatory requirements</li><li>Partner cross-functionally with HRIS, Finance, and IT on data integrity and system performance</li><li>Document workflows, SOPs, and internal controls for payroll processes</li><li>Support automation initiatives and continuous improvement projects</li></ul>
<p>Charlie Gilmur is partnering with a confidential company to find a detail-oriented and analytical Payroll Analyst to join its dynamic team. Reporting to leadership, this role is critical in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, compliance with regulations, and continuous improvement of payroll operations.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process and audit bi-weekly payroll for multiple states, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations</li><li>Maintain payroll records and documentation in accordance with company policies and legal requirements</li><li>Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to reconcile payroll data and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Assist in year-end processes including W-2 preparation and tax filings</li><li>Analyze payroll trends and metrics to support strategic decision-making</li><li>Support internal and external audits related to payroll</li><li>Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance payroll efficiency and accuracy</li></ul><p>Please reach out to Charlie Gilmur with Robert Half to review this position. Job Order: 03600-0013324519</p><p><br></p>
We are looking for a Payroll Analyst to join a fast-moving global payroll team supporting employees and consultants across multiple countries from San Francisco, California. This Long-term Contract position begins with an initial six-month term and focuses on resolving payroll issues, answering inquiries, reviewing reports, and helping stakeholders navigate complex payroll situations in an exception-driven environment. The role is ideal for someone who can stay organized through frequent interruptions, shift priorities quickly, and collaborate effectively with finance, HR, and other business partners. Success in this position will come from strong analytical thinking, responsive follow-through, and confidence working across international payroll operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Monitor, sort, and resolve payroll cases, escalations, and urgent requests while maintaining clear follow-up with stakeholders.<br>• Address payroll-related questions from internal teams with a service-oriented approach and practical, step-by-step guidance.<br>• Investigate pay discrepancies, manage off-cycle activity, and coordinate solutions for exceptions across global payrolls.<br>• Review payroll data and reporting outputs to identify inconsistencies, validate accuracy, and support informed decision-making.<br>• Assist with gross-to-net reviews, pension-related considerations, and other payroll calculations as needed across different regions.<br>• Partner with finance, HR, and operational teams to resolve time-sensitive payroll matters affecting employees and consultants.<br>• Support payroll administration across multiple countries, including work performed outside standard processing cycles.<br>• Use payroll and workflow systems such as Workday, ADP Workforce Now, Jira, and other platforms to track activity and maintain process visibility.
<p>Our client near Downtown Houston is seeking an experienced Payroll Supervisor for a contract assignment. In this leadership position, you will supervise payroll processing for a high-volume, multi-state (U.S.) and multi-province (Canada) operation, overseeing a team of six Payroll Specialists. This is a hands-on supervisory role within the company’s Shared Services group.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise and coordinate all payroll processing activities to ensure timely and accurate delivery of weekly payroll for union and non-union employees</li><li>Review team staffing to provide adequate coverage for all payroll tasks</li><li>Train, supervise, and conduct annual performance reviews for direct reports</li><li>Assist management with implementation of quality control measures</li><li>Conduct regular reconciliation, reviews, and audits of payroll records to ensure compliance and accuracy</li><li>Process special payments including bonuses and taxable/non-taxable fringe benefits</li><li>Act as a main point of contact for payroll-related inquiries from HR, accounting, and other internal departments</li><li>Provide support for the payroll hotline and resolve employee payroll issues</li><li>Function as a liaison with union representatives as required</li><li>Ensure confidentiality and proper security of all payroll information</li><li>Participate in special projects and perform additional duties as assigned</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Hannah Savage with Robert Half is looking for an experienced Payroll Supervisor to oversee payroll operations for a large and diverse workforce in Rochester, New York. This role requires a detail-oriented individual who can ensure accurate and compliant payroll processing for a high volume number of employees, including faculty, staff, and students. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in payroll systems (particularly in Workday), tax reporting, and team management while fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage payroll operations for a large workforce, including union and non-union populations.</p><p>• Supervise and provide guidance to a team of payroll coordinators, an international payroll coordinator, and a garnishments specialist.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with payroll tax regulations, including handling multi-state tax payments and conducting detailed tax analyses.</p><p>• Train and mentor payroll staff, serving as the primary resource for Workday system knowledge and best practices.</p><p>• Oversee payroll processing across various pay cycles, including biweekly, semi-monthly, and monthly schedules.</p><p>• Collaborate closely with back-end teams to implement system updates and resolve configuration issues.</p><p>• Monitor and reconcile payroll transactions to ensure accuracy and timely processing.</p><p>• Manage payroll for international employees and students, addressing unique tax and payment requirements.</p><p>• Develop and implement procedures to optimize payroll operations and enhance overall team performance.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate and confidential consideration, apply today or contact Hannah Savage with Robert Half's Rochester, NY branch directly!</p>
<p>Our client is seeking a <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> for a <strong>temp-to-hire</strong> opportunity. This role is responsible for supporting end-to-end payroll processing, maintaining payroll records, and ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage sensitive information with a high degree of confidentiality. Based on general knowledge.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process payroll for hourly, salaried, and/or multi-state employees in accordance with company policies and payroll deadlines. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Review timekeeping records, audit payroll data, and resolve discrepancies prior to payroll submission. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, compensation changes, deductions, and direct deposit updates. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Ensure accurate withholding for taxes, benefits, garnishments, and other payroll-related deductions. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Respond to employee and manager inquiries regarding pay, deductions, timekeeping, and payroll procedures. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Assist with payroll reconciliations, reporting, and payroll-related journal entries as needed. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end payroll activities, including preparation of payroll reports and audit support. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Partner with Human Resources, Finance, and other internal departments to ensure payroll data is complete and accurate. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Help maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local payroll regulations and internal controls. Based on general knowledge.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Multi-State Payroll Specialist to assist a major company in the Chattanooga area! This role includes being responsible for managing the payroll process for employees across multiple states. You will be responsible for processing payroll, reviewing timekeeping records, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Additionally, a working knowledge of accounting is needed for this position. This is a fulltime benefited role. </p><p> </p><p>Key Responsibilities: </p><ul><li>Process payroll for employees across multiple states, ensuring accuracy and timeliness </li><li>Review and reconcile timekeeping records, ensuring compliance with company policies and state and federal regulations </li><li>Ensure compliance with state and federal payroll regulations, including tax withholdings, wage and hour laws, and reporting requirements </li><li>Serve as a point of contact for employees with questions related to payroll, responding to inquiries and resolving issues in a timely manner </li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records, including employee information, pay rates, and deductions </li><li>Prepare and distribute payroll reports, including pay stubs, W-2s, and tax forms</li><li>Assist with general accounting responsibilities as needed. </li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support a organization in Somerset County, New Jersey through accurate and timely payroll operations. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for an individual who can manage payroll from start to finish across multiple states while maintaining compliance and a high standard of accuracy. The role will play a key part in ensuring employees are paid correctly, resolving payroll issues, and supporting day-to-day payroll administration using ADP Workforce Now.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process complete payroll cycles for a large employee population, ensuring wages, deductions, and adjustments are calculated accurately and delivered on schedule.</p><p>• Administer multi-state payroll activities in compliance with applicable tax regulations, wage laws, and reporting requirements across jurisdictions.</p><p>• Use ADP Workforce Now to maintain payroll records, review employee data, and execute payroll transactions efficiently.</p><p>• Audit payroll data before final submission to identify discrepancies, correct errors, and reduce payment issues.</p><p>• Respond to employee and internal stakeholder questions related to pay, deductions, time records, and payroll discrepancies in a timely manner.</p><p>• Reconcile payroll reports and support documentation to confirm accuracy between payroll registers, benefit deductions, and tax filings.</p><p>• Maintain organized payroll records and assist with compliance reporting, internal reviews, and payroll-related documentation needs.</p><p>• Support payroll process updates or system-related changes as needed while helping ensure continuity and accuracy in payroll operations.</p>
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join an automotive organization in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role will support accurate and timely payroll operations for a multi-state workforce while serving as a reliable resource for employee payroll questions and reporting needs. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll processing experience, a sharp eye for accuracy, and the ability to manage confidential information effectively.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Administer weekly and special payroll runs for employees with hourly and commission-based earnings across several states.<br>• Enter and maintain employee payroll data, including onboarding updates, separation details, compensation changes, and organizational transfers in the payroll system.<br>• Review timekeeping records, deduction activity, and overtime calculations to confirm payroll accuracy before processing.<br>• Prepare recurring payroll reporting that summarizes earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, disability, and other wage-related information for internal stakeholders.<br>• Respond to employee and management inquiries related to pay, deductions, and payroll records in a timely and thorough manner.<br>• Reconcile payroll discrepancies by researching supporting documentation, analyzing records, and correcting issues as needed.<br>• Maintain payroll liabilities by tracking tax withholdings, employer obligations, garnishments, and other required deductions.<br>• Support compliance efforts by helping ensure payroll practices align with federal and state regulations and by assisting with internal and external audits.<br>• Distribute weekly, monthly, quarterly, and year-end payroll reports to department leaders and contribute to special projects that support payroll operations.<br>• Follow established payroll procedures and recommend reporting or process updates when operational needs change.
<p>We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support a high-volume payroll function for a paper and packaging operation in Wisconsin. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage end-to-end payroll activities with accuracy, consistency, and strong analytical support. The role focuses on hands-on payroll execution across a complex employee population with varied pay structures, schedules, and multi-state considerations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process payroll from initial data review through final validation and completion for a large employee population.</p><p>• Maintain payroll records by entering updates such as garnishments, adjustments, and retroactive pay changes with a high level of accuracy.</p><p>• Review earnings, deductions, and taxes to ensure payroll calculations are correct from gross pay through net pay.</p><p>• Perform reconciliations related to payroll check requests, audit supporting details, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.</p><p>• Support payroll administration across multiple states, pay groups, and pay frequencies, including weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and monthly cycles.</p><p>• Handle payroll activity for both hourly and salaried employees, including union-covered populations where applicable.</p><p>• Use Microsoft Excel to analyze payroll data, prepare reconciliations, and identify variances through tools such as VLOOKUP, SUMIF, and pivot tables.</p><p>• Assist with special payroll payments, including bonus-related processing and supplemental tax treatment when needed.</p>
<p>An established firm in Plainview, NY is seeking a temporary Payroll Specialist to assist the payroll department during a short-term coverage need due to illness. This role is expected to last approximately 2 months, with the potential to convert to a permanent opportunity depending on business needs and performance. The ideal candidate will have hands-on payroll experience supporting organizations of 1500+ employees, strong attention to detail, and familiarity with UKG or a similar payroll/timekeeping system.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Process and support payroll for a multi-employee organization</li><li>Review, audit, and verify employee timekeeping data in UKG</li><li>Assist with payroll corrections, adjustments, and employee inquiries</li><li>Ensure payroll is processed accurately and in a timely manner</li><li>Maintain payroll records and documentation</li><li>Partner with internal teams to resolve discrepancies or missing information</li><li>Support payroll-related reporting and administrative tasks</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable payroll regulations</li></ul>
We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team in Northbrook, Illinois. In this role, you will oversee payroll processing to ensure accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality while supporting employee inquiries related to compensation. This is a long-term contract position that offers an opportunity to contribute to smooth payroll operations and compliance with all relevant regulations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Verify employee timesheets to ensure accurate documentation of hours worked.<br>• Enter payroll data into spreadsheets and databases with precision and attention to detail.<br>• Manage direct deposit requests, update banking information, and ensure timely payment processing.<br>• Process paper checks and ensure proper documentation and signatures are completed before distribution.<br>• Adjust payroll for bonuses, raises, commissions, and other compensation changes with accurate calculations.<br>• Handle wage garnishments, ensuring deductions comply with legal requirements.<br>• Maintain payroll records, including tax withholdings, employee benefits, and garnishments, ensuring compliance.<br>• Generate and deliver payroll reports for management and internal departments, supporting audits and accounting functions.<br>• Address employee inquiries regarding payroll discrepancies, deductions, and related matters with professionalism.<br>• Uphold confidentiality and compliance standards when managing sensitive payroll information.
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a machinery manufacturing company in Sacramento, California. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, onsite environment and brings strong experience managing complex payroll operations across multiple states. The role will support a high-volume employee population while partnering closely with HR, managers, and accounting to ensure payroll accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage biweekly and special payroll runs for a large multi-state workforce, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule.<br>• Administer monthly payroll processing for an international employee group while maintaining consistency with established procedures.<br>• Review timekeeping records, identify discrepancies, and work with department leaders to secure timely corrections.<br>• Oversee payroll system updates and assist with adding new state tax setups to support business needs.<br>• Monitor adherence to federal, state, and local payroll regulations and help maintain compliant payroll practices.<br>• Perform detailed payroll audits, reconcile payroll-related reports, and investigate complex pay issues to resolution.<br>• Track leave activity, benefit-related deductions, and manual payment requests such as final checks or payroll adjustments.<br>• Prepare preliminary calculations for commissions, bonuses, and incentive payments based on company guidelines.<br>• Support accounting operations through reconciliations, draft journal entries, management reporting, and maintenance of payroll documentation.<br>• Partner with HR, employees, and leadership to answer payroll questions and provide responsive issue resolution.
<p>We are continuing to look for an experienced Payroll Specialists to help assist local clients with their ongoing needs on a contract basis. The ideal candidate is someone who has experience for managing a company's payroll system, ensuring that all employees are paid accurately and on time. If you have a strong background in payroll administration and are looking for a dynamic work environment, we would love to speak with you.</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Santa Maria, California. This role requires experience in data entry and auditing full-cycle payroll operations and handling multi-state payroll processes for a large workforce. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, efficient, and capable of working with ADP Workforce Now to ensure timely and accurate payroll execution.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process full-cycle payroll for employees, ensuring all calculations are accurate and completed on schedule.</p><p>• Manage payroll operations across multiple states, adhering to local regulations and compliance requirements.</p><p>• Utilize ADP Workforce Now to handle payroll processing, reporting, and employee data management.</p><p>• Address payroll discrepancies and resolve issues promptly to maintain employee satisfaction.</p><p>• Prepare and submit payroll reports to relevant departments and authorities as required.</p><p>• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payroll laws and regulations to ensure compliance.</p><p>• Collaborate with HR and finance teams to streamline payroll-related processes.</p><p>• Ensure accurate documentation and record-keeping for all payroll activities.</p><p>• Handle payroll for a workforce exceeding 500 employees with attention to detail and efficiency.</p><p>• Provide support during audits and assist with payroll-related inquiries.</p>
<p>Our client is seeking a dedicated payroll specialist on a long term contract assignment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description</strong></p><ul><li>Process end-to-end multi-state payroll for hourly and salaried employees across biweekly and semi-monthly cycles</li><li>Ensure accuracy of wages, deductions, bonuses, commissions, and tax withholdings in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations</li><li>Maintain and audit employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, and benefit elections</li><li>Reconcile payroll-related GL accounts and support month-end close activities</li><li>Partner with HR and Finance to resolve payroll discrepancies and respond to employee inquiries</li><li>Support audits (SOX, internal/external) and ensure adherence to payroll controls and policies</li><li>Administer garnishments, levies, and benefit deductions in accordance with legal requirements</li><li>Assist with year-end processing including W-2s and payroll tax filing.</li></ul>