Payroll Specialist
<p>Are you a payroll wizard with a passion for precision? Robert Half is seeking a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our network of talented professionals and assist clients in ensuring their payroll operations run seamlessly. As a Payroll Specialist, you will be responsible for managing and processing payroll for employees while ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Your attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive information will be essential in delivering accurate payroll services to our clients.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process payroll accurately and on time for employees, including calculating hours worked, deductions, and overtime.</li><li>Maintain payroll records, including employee information such as rate of pay, benefits, and tax exemptions.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws, as well as company policies.</li><li>Handle payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information, resolving issues quickly and professionally.</li><li>Process updates to employee data, such as tax status, direct deposit accounts, or benefits enrollment.</li><li>Support year-end activities, such as W-2 preparation and distribution.</li><li>Collaborate with HR and accounting teams to ensure smooth payroll operations.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<ul><li>Proven work experience as a Payroll Specialist, Payroll Administrator, or similar role.</li><li>Strong knowledge of payroll regulations, labor laws, and tax compliance.</li><li>Proficiency in payroll software (e.g., ADP, Paychex) and Microsoft Excel.</li><li>Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in handling payroll data.</li><li>Solid organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.</li><li>Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.</li><li>Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>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.</p>
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- La Jolla, CA
- onsite
- Temporary
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32.00 - 35.00 USD / Hourly
- <p>Are you a payroll wizard with a passion for precision? Robert Half is seeking a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our network of talented professionals and assist clients in ensuring their payroll operations run seamlessly. As a Payroll Specialist, you will be responsible for managing and processing payroll for employees while ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Your attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive information will be essential in delivering accurate payroll services to our clients.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process payroll accurately and on time for employees, including calculating hours worked, deductions, and overtime.</li><li>Maintain payroll records, including employee information such as rate of pay, benefits, and tax exemptions.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws, as well as company policies.</li><li>Handle payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information, resolving issues quickly and professionally.</li><li>Process updates to employee data, such as tax status, direct deposit accounts, or benefits enrollment.</li><li>Support year-end activities, such as W-2 preparation and distribution.</li><li>Collaborate with HR and accounting teams to ensure smooth payroll operations.</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2025-10-13T21:58:48Z