We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to support payroll operations for a large employee population within the insurance industry. This Contract position is based in Hartford, Connecticut, and will oversee accurate, compliant payroll processing across multiple states. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, deep knowledge of end-to-end payroll practices, and hands-on experience with high-volume payroll environments.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead end-to-end payroll administration for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring timely and accurate processing.<br>• Manage payroll activity across multiple states while maintaining compliance with applicable wage, tax, and regulatory requirements.<br>• Review payroll data for accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and oversee adjustments related to earnings, deductions, and taxes.<br>• Administer payroll operations using ADP Workforce Now and help optimize day-to-day system usage and reporting.<br>• Partner with HR, finance, and other internal teams to address payroll questions, support audits, and improve process efficiency.<br>• Ensure proper handling of employee records, payroll documentation, and reporting in alignment with company policies and legal standards.<br>• Monitor payroll deadlines and controls to reduce risk and maintain consistent service levels for employees and stakeholders.
<p><strong><u>Payroll Manager</u> – </strong>Construction Industry (Springfield, MA)</p><p><em>Direct-Hire / Permanent position</em></p><p>Robert Half contact:<u> Drew.Schroll@RobertHalf com. </u></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half has partnered with a multi-state general contractor that is seeking a Payroll Manager to join the firm. This is a full-time, onsite position in the Springfield, MA market, offering a direct opportunity to join a stable, reputable team that has been operating for over 30 years.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p>You’ll take full ownership of weekly payroll processes for 50-100 employees across 15-20 states at a time, including certified payroll for prevailing wage projects.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee full-cycle weekly payroll for the field and office staff</li><li>Prepare certified payroll reports for government/military contracts</li><li>Manage multistate tax filings and compliance</li><li>Perform payroll updates for new hires, terminations, and changes</li><li>Maintain and reconcile payroll records and tax reports weekly</li><li>Prepare, report, and file weekly, monthly, and quarterly tax returns</li><li>Handle 401(k) reconciliation and upload processes</li><li>Record weekly wages and tax payments in daily cash sheet; import/review weekly timesheets</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>5+ years’ payroll, including certified payroll</li><li>Proficient in multistate payroll/tax filings and compliance helpful</li><li>Highly organized, self-starter with strong communication and time management skills</li><li>Construction industry or related background</li></ul><p><strong>Why Apply?</strong></p><ul><li>Join a financially strong construction firm with long-standing government relationships and a commitment to quality</li><li>Enjoy stability and work-life balance</li><li>Take charge of payroll operations in a multi-state environment with direct impact and visibility</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>For immediate consideration,</strong> please apply today and/or email your resume to <u>Drew.Schroll@RobertHalf com. </u></p><p><br></p><p> </p>
<p>Payroll Specialist</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Stamford/Norwalk area</p><p><strong>Work Arrangement:</strong> Onsite</p><p><strong>Job Summary</strong></p><p>We are hiring a CONTRACT (possibly Contract to hire) Payroll Specialist to support payroll processing, employee record maintenance, and payroll-related compliance activities. This role is responsible for helping ensure timely and accurate payroll while responding to employee inquiries and supporting reporting needs. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, discreet, and able to manage confidential information professionally.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process payroll and review payroll data for accuracy</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records and updates</li><li>Assist with timekeeping review and payroll adjustments</li><li>Respond to employee questions related to payroll</li><li>Support payroll reconciliations and reporting</li><li>Help ensure compliance with internal policies and payroll procedures</li><li>Coordinate with internal teams on payroll-related matters</li><li>Assist with audits and year-end payroll activities</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a growing manufacturing company in West Haven, CT, to identify a detail-oriented <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> for a contract assignment. This role is responsible for processing payroll accurately and efficiently while ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable payroll regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong payroll processing experience, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage confidential information in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Process weekly, biweekly, or semimonthly payroll for hourly and salaried employees.</li><li>Review and verify employee time records, attendance data, and payroll adjustments.</li><li>Calculate wages, overtime, bonuses, shift differentials, and other earnings accurately.</li><li>Ensure payroll deductions, garnishments, taxes, and benefits are processed correctly.</li><li>Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, employee inquiries, and payroll-related issues.</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records and employee payroll files.</li><li>Generate payroll reports for management and accounting teams.</li><li>Assist with year-end payroll activities, including W-2 preparation and reconciliation.</li><li>Support payroll audits and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.</li><li>Collaborate with Human Resources and Accounting to ensure employee data is current and accurate.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Payroll Specialist</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Newington, CT</p><p>A growing national company in Newington is looking to add a <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> to the team. This is a great opportunity for someone with a few years of payroll processing experience who is looking to expand their skills.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process payroll and timekeeping transactions accurately and on schedule- processing multi-state payroll on a team.</li><li>Review, reconcile, and resolve payroll discrepancies</li><li>Work with employees and managers to address payroll-related questions</li><li>Assist with payroll reporting, year-end processing, and W-2 support</li><li>Support benefits administration and related employee changes</li><li>Help maintain payroll procedures and ensure confidentiality</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>What We’re Looking For:</strong></p><ul><li>A few years of payroll processing experience</li><li>Strong attention to detail and organizational skills</li><li>Ability to communicate effectively across departments</li><li>Interest in learning payroll accounting and benefits administration</li><li>ADP experience a plus!</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p>The Payroll Manager is ready to train the right person on payroll accounting and benefits functions. They are continuing to grow and succession planning. <strong>To be considered, apply today or email your resume to</strong> <strong>Kelsey.Ryan@roberthalf(.com)</strong></p>
<p>We are seeking a Business Analyst for our client in Plainville, Connecticut. This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong business analysis experience and a background supporting payroll and leave-related processes in Workday. In this role, you will assess leave configuration requirements in Workday, analyze payroll and leave-related business processes to identify business requirements, process gaps, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement, and translate stakeholder needs into clear functional documentation, user stories, and process artifacts that support system configuration efforts. The ideal candidate will be comfortable partnering with cross-functional teams, gathering and documenting requirements, and helping align business processes with system capabilities in a structured environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review Workday leave setup and recommend updates that align business rules with operational and compliance expectations.</p><p>• Partner with cross-functional teams to assess gaps between current workflows and desired future-state processes.</p><p>• Facilitate discussions with business users to clarify issues, validate requirements, and support decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.</p><p>• Assist with document review, testing preparation, and validation of configuration changes affecting payroll and leave administration.</p><p>• Support Agile delivery activities by contributing to backlog refinement, requirement prioritization, and ongoing sprint collaboration.</p><p>• Help address employee or stakeholder inquiries related to payroll and leave processes by providing organized research and resolution support.</p>
<p><strong>Accounts Payable Manager</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Greater Windsor, CT Area- ONSITE!</p><p><strong>Compensation: </strong>$100,000-$125,000 + benefits</p><p><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Full-Time / Permanent</p><p><br></p><p>Our client, a growing and dynamic organization is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to oversee a large-scale AP function supporting multiple business units. This individual will play a key role in driving operational consistency, strengthening internal processes, and leading a team through organizational growth.</p><p><br></p><p><em>Day to day:</em></p><ul><li>Direct daily accounts payable operations across a multi-entity, high volume environment</li><li>Lead a team of AP professionals, including shared-services resources</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate invoice processing, payment execution, vendor maintenance, and issue resolution</li><li>Monitor aging activity, reconcile discrepancies, and maintain accuracy of outstanding liabilities</li><li>Partner closely with accounting and finance leadership during monthly close activities and reporting</li><li>Support ongoing process optimization initiatives and workflow enhancements</li><li>Assist with integration activities related to acquisitions</li><li>Maintain compliance with internal controls, company policies, and audit requirements</li><li>Develop reporting and analytical tools to improve performance and review trends</li></ul><p><em>Qualifications</em></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field</li><li>8+ years of progressive accounts payable experience in a large company setting</li><li>2+ years of experience managing a team of direct reports in AP</li><li>Background supporting high-volume AP operations in multi-location organizations</li><li>Experience improving operational performance through process enhancements</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and experience working within ERP platforms</li><li>Exposure to ERP implementations, shared services environments, or acquisition integrations</li></ul><p><strong>Please apply to Daniele.Zavarella@roberthalf(com)!</strong></p>
<p><strong>Accounts Payable Clerk</strong></p><p><strong>12-Week Contract</strong></p><p>Our client is seeking an <strong>Accounts Payable Clerk</strong> for a <strong>12-week contract opportunity</strong>. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and has experience processing invoices, reconciling accounts, and supporting day-to-day accounts payable operations.</p><p><strong>Schedule:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Monday–Thursday:</strong> 8:00 AM–5:00 PM</li><li><strong>Friday:</strong> Work from home</li></ul><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Process invoices accurately and in a timely manner</li><li>Review invoices for proper approval, coding, and documentation</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Assist with check runs and electronic payments</li><li>Respond to vendor inquiries professionally and promptly</li><li>Maintain accurate records and accounts payable files</li><li>Support month-end closing activities related to accounts payable</li><li>Enter financial data into the accounting system with a high degree of accuracy</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support finance operations for a client of ours. This position focuses on maintaining accurate payables records, processing invoices efficiently, and providing day-to-day administrative support to the Finance Department. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing purchasing documentation while communicating with vendors to resolve routine issues.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process accounts payable transactions accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring invoices are reviewed, coded, and entered correctly.</p><p>• Prepare and manage purchase order requisitions while keeping related records organized and up to date.</p><p>• Maintain orderly invoice files and supporting documentation to promote accuracy and audit readiness.</p><p>• Communicate with vendors to address shipment delays, product shortages, backorders, and billing discrepancies.</p><p>• Gather, track, and retain purchasing records and other documentation required for finance operations.</p><p>• Support vendor onboarding and update supplier information within the company system as needed.</p><p>• Sort and distribute incoming mail and departmental correspondence for the Finance team.</p><p>• Provide general administrative support to the Finance Department to help maintain smooth daily operations.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources specialist to support a dynamic manufacturing operation in Connecticut. This on-site role works closely with local leadership and employees to strengthen workplace relations, guide talent practices, and help build an engaged and productive workforce. The position is well suited for someone who enjoys balancing strategic partnership with day-to-day HR support in a hands-on environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Collaborate with plant leadership to align human resources priorities with staffing needs, organizational goals, and employee engagement efforts.<br>• Address workplace concerns by leading employee relations matters, conducting reviews, and guiding appropriate follow-up actions.<br>• Advise supervisors and managers on coaching, performance discussions, policy application, and employee development approaches.<br>• Support long-term talent needs by contributing to succession planning and identifying growth opportunities for high-potential employees.<br>• Manage hiring activities for hourly and contract operations staff, including candidate sourcing, interviews, selection, and onboarding coordination.<br>• Work with recruiting partners on searches for specialized and leadership positions to ensure timely and effective hiring outcomes.<br>• Assist with pay-related programs and provide insight to leadership on retention risks, engagement trends, and workforce challenges.<br>• Review people data and staffing patterns to identify issues, highlight opportunities, and recommend practical HR solutions.<br>• Promote compliance with employment regulations and internal standards while partnering with the broader HR team on shared initiatives.