Robert Half Finance & Accounting Contract Talent is currently seeking a Payroll Specialist for an onsite contract opportunity supporting our client while a key payroll team member is out on maternity leave. This role will focus on managing in house payroll for approximately 220 employees. The ideal candidate will bring strong payroll fundamentals, excellent attention to detail, and a steady, approachable communication style.<br><br>Day to day responsibilities include processing payroll for a mixed employee population including salaried staff and hourly employees, reviewing timeclock entries and occasional paper timecards, ensuring accurate payroll reporting, and assisting with benefit related questions as needed. This position will also involve working with light Excel use.<br><br>Top qualifications include at least 1 year of payroll experience, strong attention to detail, and exposure to an accounting or payroll software system. Candidates should be willing to ask questions, collaborative, and professional in communication.<br><br>Additional Info: This is an onsite assignment expected to last approximately 3 months, with a target start date in the last week of February for shadowing and training. The schedule is flexible part or full time, with 24 to 30 hours per week ideal. Payroll runs 2 times each month, and the specialist must be onsite for those processing days. Business casual dress code, free parking provided, and a background check will be required.<br><br>If you meet the qualifications and are ready to take the next step, call us at (314) 262-4344 for immediate consideration. We look forward to speaking with qualified candidates!

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in payroll processing or a related field.<br>• Proficiency in full-cycle payroll operations and familiarity with in-house payroll systems.<br>• Experience using ADP Workforce Now or similar payroll software.<br>• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.<br>• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data entry and reporting tasks.<br>• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with employees and team members.<br>• A collaborative mindset with a willingness to ask questions and seek solutions.<br>• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and integrity in handling payroll data.

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