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- Concord, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 32 - 40 USD / Hourly
- <p><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Contract </p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a dynamic and growing organization to find an experienced <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong>. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring employees are compensated accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with payroll regulations. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your payroll career while working closely with a supportive and collaborative team.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process semi-monthly, biweekly, or weekly payroll for employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Maintain payroll records, including wage adjustments, benefit deductions, and tax withholding.</li><li>Review and reconcile payroll reports to ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations.</li><li>Respond promptly to employee inquiries about payroll, deductions, or tax issues.</li><li>Assist with annual reporting requirements, including W-2 and 1099 processing.</li><li>Calculate and process bonuses, overtime, and commissions where applicable.</li><li>Collaborate with HR to ensure accurate onboarding of employee information.</li><li>Stay updated on payroll laws and regulations, including applicable state or regional requirements.</li><li>Assist with audits and liaise with external auditors or agencies when necessary.</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-10-26T00:00:00Z
- Las Vegas, NV
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 60000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a construction company in Las Vegas, Nevada. This position focuses on managing union payroll with accuracy, maintaining compliance across multiple jurisdictions (NV, UT, ID & CA), and supporting related reporting obligations. The role also contributes to accounting and project administration tasks after core payroll work is completed.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process weekly payroll for union employees within a construction environment, ensuring timely and accurate pay distribution.</p><p>• Prepare and submit certified payroll records and prevailing wage documentation in accordance with project and regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Complete monthly union fringe benefit reporting and verify contributions are recorded correctly.</p><p>• Monitor payroll practices for compliance with multi-state wage, tax, and labor regulations.</p><p>• Coordinate payroll activities involving Laborers, Cement Masons, and Carpenters unions while maintaining proper documentation.</p><p>• Review garnishments, deductions, and other payroll adjustments to ensure they are applied correctly.</p><p>• Support accounting and project management administrative work during periods outside of payroll processing.</p><p>• Use payroll and reporting systems such as Deltek ComputerEase, LCPtracker, eComply, and Excel to maintain records and prepare required submissions.</p>
- 2026-10-28T00:00:00Z
- Bend, OR
- remote
- Temporary / Contract
- 30 - 35 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support a public-sector organization in Bend, Oregon through a Contract assignment. This role will focus on accurate payroll administration for a large employee population, with particular attention to overtime calculations and year-end W-2 reporting for nonexempt staff. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in complex governmental payroll environments and can establish reliable processes that ensure compliance across multiple pay scenarios, including union-related rules.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage end-to-end payroll activities for a workforce of approximately 1,200 employees, ensuring timely and accurate processing.<br>• Develop and implement a practical method for capturing overtime for salaried nonexempt employees so year-end W-2 reporting is completed correctly.<br>• Review payroll data for 600 to 700 nonexempt employees and verify that overtime earnings are calculated and recorded in accordance with applicable regulations.<br>• Support payroll administration involving guaranteed overtime arrangements and validate pay treatment for designated employee groups.<br>• Apply union payroll rules across seven bargaining units and help maintain compliance with negotiated wage and overtime provisions.<br>• Use Tyler Munis to audit payroll records, research discrepancies, and maintain accurate employee pay information.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders to resolve payroll issues, clarify reporting requirements, and keep payroll operations running smoothly during staffing gaps.<br>• Analyze payroll exceptions and recommend process improvements that strengthen accuracy, consistency, and year-end reporting readiness.
- 2026-11-10T00:00:00Z
- Houston, TX
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 27.55 - 31.9 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> to support an established payroll team during two upcoming maternity leaves. This position will provide coverage through February 2027, with the potential for a longer-term opportunity depending on business needs.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for someone with foundational payroll experience who is looking to expand their exposure to <strong>weekly, in-house, multi-state payroll processing</strong>. The ideal candidate is tech-savvy, dependable, and comfortable taking initiative in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Support weekly in-house payroll processing with Thursday pay dates</li><li>Review timecards and follow up on missing or incomplete approvals</li><li>Assist with payroll data entry, audits, and payroll-related adjustments</li><li>Research and resolve payroll tickets and employee inquiries</li><li>Support off-cycle payrolls, including time-sensitive termination payments</li><li>Sort, track, and assist with payroll tax notices and related documentation</li><li>Gradually assume payroll processing responsibilities for assigned multi-state business units</li><li>Identify payroll discrepancies and proactively communicate issues to the appropriate team members</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records and support compliance across multiple states</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-11-11T00:00:00Z
- Mclean, VA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 50000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
- <p>Part-Time Payroll Specialist - Tysons Corner, VA</p><p>$29-$36/HR</p><p><br></p><p>Our client is a growing real estate company in Tysons Corner, VA and is seeking a Part-Time Payroll Specialist to manage the semi-monthly payroll process for approximately 300 employees. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, maintaining payroll records, reconciling payroll-related accounts, and supporting employee payroll inquiries. The ideal candidate will have hands-on payroll experience, strong attention to detail, and experience with manual payroll data entry.</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Process semi-monthly payroll for approximately 300 employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Review, verify, and manually enter payroll data including hours worked, pay adjustments, bonuses, commissions, and other compensation changes.</li><li>Audit timesheets, payroll registers, and payroll reports for accuracy prior to processing.</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records, deductions, garnishments, direct deposit information, and tax withholding elections.</li><li>Respond to employee and management inquiries regarding payroll, tax withholdings, earnings statements, and payroll discrepancies.</li><li>Support quarterly and annual payroll tax reconciliations and assist with required payroll reporting.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.</li><li>Assist with year-end payroll activities including W-2 processing and audits.</li><li>Support benefit and retirement plan audits, including 401(k) and workers' compensation reporting.</li><li>Generate payroll-related reports for management and other internal stakeholders.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of employee payroll and compensation information.</li></ul>
- 2026-10-23T00:00:00Z
- Brighton, MI
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 60000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a busy organization in Brighton, Michigan. This role is responsible for managing payroll details with precision, maintaining compliance with wage and tax requirements, and partnering with accounting, operations, and HR to resolve discrepancies. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll experience, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to handle confidential information with care while meeting recurring deadlines.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Administer weekly payroll processing and any supplemental payroll runs, confirming time worked, pay calculations, overtime, leave balances, deductions, and other adjustments before final submission.<br>• Gather and validate paper and electronic time records from field and office teams, following up with supervisors and project leadership to resolve missing or inconsistent entries.<br>• Assign payroll hours and related labor expenses correctly across employees, jobs, departments, cost codes, and direct or indirect accounts to support accurate reporting.<br>• Maintain union-related payroll information, including wage classifications, negotiated rates, fringe amounts, and required remittance documentation, while ensuring alignment with payroll records.<br>• Prepare certified payroll and prevailing wage documentation for qualifying projects, including support for classification details and fringe benefit reporting.<br>• Update and safeguard employee payroll data such as tax elections, direct deposit details, garnishments, benefit deductions, and approved compensation changes.<br>• Reconcile payroll registers, labor allocations, benefit withholdings, and general ledger activity, researching and correcting exceptions in a timely manner.<br>• Support payroll tax coordination, quarter-end and year-end balancing, W-2 preparation, agency correspondence, and employee status changes in collaboration with HR, the Controller, and external payroll partners.<br>• Respond to employee payroll questions professionally, maintain confidentiality, and produce recurring payroll, overtime, labor cost, and audit support reports as needed.
- 2026-10-28T00:00:00Z
- Okemos, MI
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 27 - 31 USD / Hourly
- <p>Location: Okemos, MI - On-site</p><p>Starting pay: Up to $31/hour</p><p><br></p><p>Our client is looking for a Payroll Specialist to manage their complex payroll for a mid-sized workforce in Okemos, Michigan. This position plays an important role in maintaining payroll records, applying multi-state pay rules, and supporting a smooth employee payment experience. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment with confidential information, and hands-on experience handling the full payroll cycle.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process end-to-end payroll activities for a workforce of approximately 100 to 500 employees, ensuring accuracy and on-time completion each pay period.</p><p>• Administer multi-state payroll transactions while applying relevant wage, tax, and deduction requirements across jurisdictions.</p><p>• Maintain payroll data, review timesheets and earnings entries, and resolve discrepancies before payroll is finalized.</p><p>• Verify employee pay changes, including new hires, status updates, deductions, and other compensation-related adjustments.</p><p>• Reconcile payroll records and support reporting needs by preparing payroll summaries and related documentation.</p><p>• Respond to employee and internal payroll questions with professionalism, clarity, and discretion.</p><p>• Partner with internal teams to help maintain compliant payroll practices and support any payroll-related process updates when needed.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration email your resume to rochelle.carrasco@roberthalf com</p>
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00Z
- Bensalem, PA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 35 - 40 USD / Hourly
- <p>Our client in Bensalem, PA is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their growing team. This role will be responsible for the full-cycle processing of payroll for approximately 80 employees, with a strong focus on union payroll, compliance reporting, and contractor workforce management. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, attention to detail, and strong communication skills are essential.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys owning the payroll function and wants to grow with an organization. Exposure to HR functions is highly preferred, as the company is expanding and additional HR responsibilities may be added over time.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process weekly payroll for approximately 80 employees using ADP Workforce Now</li><li>Manage union payroll requirements, including dues, rates, and contract compliance</li><li>Prepare and submit weekly payroll and labor reports to five different agencies</li><li>Coordinate payroll information with site contractors and project teams</li><li>Maintain accurate employee payroll records and ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and union regulations</li><li>Audit payroll data for accuracy, including hours worked, earnings, deductions, and benefit contributions</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner</li><li>Assist with onboarding paperwork and employee record maintenance</li><li>Support year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and related reporting</li><li>Collaborate with leadership on payroll reporting, workforce tracking, and compliance needs</li><li>Assist with HR-related functions as needed, including onboarding, employee relations support, benefits administration, and personnel documentation</li></ul>
- 2026-10-23T00:00:00Z
- Gainesville, VA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a growing organization. This position is ideal for someone who is confident managing end-to-end payroll activities, navigating multi-state requirements, and ensuring employees are paid correctly. The right candidate will bring strong payroll knowledge, sound judgment, and hands-on experience using UKG Ready in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process complete payroll cycles for employees from initial data review through final submission while maintaining accuracy and deadlines</p><p>• Administer payroll for a workforce of roughly 101 to 500 employees and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner</p><p>• Manage payroll activities across multiple states, ensuring compliance with applicable wage, tax, and reporting regulations</p><p>• Review timekeeping, earnings, deductions, and adjustments to confirm payroll data is complete and correct before each run</p><p>• Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation in an organized manner to support audits and internal controls</p><p>• Investigate employee payroll questions and provide clear follow-up on pay-related issues</p><p>• Utilize UKG Ready to enter, validate, and update payroll information while improving consistency in payroll processing</p><p><br></p><p>All interested candidates in this Payroll Specialist opportunity and other fulltime opportunities across the D.C. area please send your resume to Justin Decker via LinkedIn. </p><p> </p><p> </p>
- 2026-11-11T00:00:00Z
- Willingboro, NJ
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 85000 - 93000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team in Willingboro, New Jersey. In this role, you will handle payroll processing for a high volume of employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with tax regulations and company policies. This position also involves assisting with administrative tasks, reconciling benefit deductions, and maintaining employee records.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review and verify timesheets for accuracy before approval.<br>• Process weekly payroll, including tax deductions, garnishments, and benefit withholdings.<br>• Maintain and update employee records, ensuring all information is current and accurate.<br>• Assist with tax reporting and compliance, ensuring adherence to legal requirements.<br>• Provide administrative support to the payroll department as needed.<br>• Handle garnishment processing and ensure proper documentation.<br>• Review and process benefit invoices for payment.<br>• Reconcile account discrepancies and respond to payroll-related inquiries.<br>• Support vendor invoicing and ensure timely processing.
- 2026-11-09T00:00:00Z
- Akron, OH
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 30 - 40 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to support a long-term contract opportunity based in Akron, Ohio. This role is ideal for a detail-focused candidate who can oversee complex multi-state payroll operations while partnering with HR and internal stakeholders to maintain accuracy, compliance, and strong employee support. The position may be performed in a hybrid arrangement or fully remote for the right candidate.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee end-to-end processing of bi-weekly multi-state payroll, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule while coordinating related deductions, retirement contributions, loan repayments, and other payroll obligations.<br>• Maintain and support payroll and timekeeping system settings to promote reliable processing and accurate recordkeeping across platforms.<br>• Prepare recurring and on-demand payroll reports for teams such as Accounting, Legal, Benefits, and Human Resources to support business decisions and compliance needs.<br>• Investigate and resolve advanced payroll issues, communicate clearly with stakeholders, and drive inquiries through to completion with a high level of ownership.<br>• Administer payroll compliance activities, including tax withholding requirements, garnishments, subpoenas, audit support, and reconciliation of payroll balances and pay data.<br>• Research notices from federal, state, and local tax agencies and implement timely corrections or responses to resolve outstanding issues.<br>• Contribute to process improvement efforts and system-related projects, including integrations, workflow enhancements, and payroll documentation updates.<br>• Perform audits and reconciliations across multiple systems to verify data accuracy, strengthen internal controls, and support year-end readiness.<br>• Coordinate year-end payroll activities such as W-2 preparation and tax filing support, and provide backup assistance for site administrative responsibilities when needed.
- 2026-11-10T00:00:00Z
- Burlington, MA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 30.0865 - 34.837 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support a Contract assignment in Burlington, Massachusetts. This position will oversee end-to-end payroll processing for a large employee population across multiple states while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely completion of each payroll cycle. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with high-volume payroll operations and is comfortable working within ADP Workforce Now in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Administer complete payroll processing from data review through final submission for a large employee base.<br>• Manage payroll activities for employees working in multiple states, ensuring proper application of applicable wage and tax requirements.<br>• Use ADP Workforce Now to enter, validate, and maintain payroll records with a high level of accuracy.<br>• Review payroll inputs such as earnings, deductions, adjustments, and time-related data to confirm correct payment outcomes.<br>• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, responding to issues in a timely and thorough manner.<br>• Maintain compliance with company policies and payroll regulations while supporting audit-ready documentation.<br>• Partner with internal teams to gather required payroll information and help keep each payroll cycle on schedule.
- 2026-11-11T00:00:00Z
- Caldwell, NJ
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
- <p>A busy company in the Caldwell area is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their growing organization. This Payroll Specialist will get the chance to join a team that offers career growth, a flexible work schedule, and the ability to collaborate with an experienced team. The ideal Payroll Specialist will have strong technical payroll expertise with analytical skills to support compensation practices and have payroll processing experience utilizing Workday. Other responsibilities of this Payroll Specialist will include but not be limited to:</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Payroll Specialist Key Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Process multi-state payroll on a weekly/bi-weekly basis for hourly and salaried employees.</li><li>Ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, bonuses, commissions, deductions, and benefit contributions.</li><li>Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports, general ledger entries, and tax filings.</li><li>Coordinate payroll tax reporting, W-2 preparation, and year-end processing.</li><li>Manage garnishments, levies, and other court-ordered deductions.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries in a timely and professional manner.</li><li>Partner with Finance to ensure data accuracy and proper internal controls.</li><li>Administer salary structures, job classifications, and pay grades.</li><li>Conduct market research and benchmarking to support competitive compensation strategies.</li><li>Assist with annual merit cycles, bonus programs, and incentive plan administration.</li><li>Prepare compensation analysis reports for leadership.</li><li>Support job evaluations and internal equity assessments.</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable wage and hour laws and pay transparency requirements.</li><li>Maintain compensation documentation and audit-ready records.</li></ul><p>This Payroll Specialist position is paying between $100,000 and $120,000 annually depending on experience. If interested in this Payroll Specialist role, apply today</p>
- 2026-11-02T00:00:00Z
- Woodridge, IL
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join a services organization in Woodridge, Illinois on a Contract basis. This position supports complex, high-volume weekly payroll operations for a large construction workforce and plays a critical role in keeping employee pay accurate, timely, and compliant across multiple states. The ideal candidate brings strong union payroll expertise, construction industry knowledge, and the ability to manage detailed reporting, new employee setup, and payroll exceptions in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee weekly payroll processing for a workforce of approximately 1,200 employees, including a substantial population of union-based construction staff.</p><p>• Administer multi-state payroll activities for employees working in Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, and Tennessee while maintaining compliance with applicable wage and tax requirements.</p><p>• Coordinate payroll administration for 47 unions, ensuring accurate handling of dues, fringe contributions, deductions, pay rates, and related obligations.</p><p>• Prepare, review, and submit union reports within required deadlines, with close attention to accuracy and contractual requirements.</p><p>• Enter and maintain new employee payroll records each week, confirming proper setup for pay rates, classifications, union details, and deductions.</p><p>• Audit payroll data to verify the accuracy of employee records and resolve discrepancies affecting pay, union coding, or withholding.</p><p>• Apply company policies, collective bargaining terms, and federal, state, and local regulations throughout payroll processing activities.</p><p>• Support year-end payroll closeout by assisting with W-2 preparation, reconciliations, and other required reporting tasks.</p><p>• Use Spectrum software and Microsoft Excel to process payroll, generate reports, and monitor payroll-related data efficiently.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $30 to $36/hour, plus bonus. Benefits are available including medical, vision, and dental, and 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. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/resources. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.</p>
- 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
- Greenwood Village, CO
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 70000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
- <p>Partnering with a great organization in Denver, CO seeking a Payroll Accountant. This is a great opportunity with hybrid work flexibility, 401k with up to 3% company match, 2+ weeks PTO, paid sick time off, paid holidays, a dog friendly office, and competitive health/vision/dental coverage. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities include: </p><p>• Execute end-to-end payroll processing for multi-state U.S. operations and support international payroll activities through in-country providers and employer-of-record partners.</p><p>• Review timekeeping records, audit payroll inputs, investigate discrepancies, and resolve exceptions to ensure each payroll cycle is completed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Administer payroll-related deductions and withholdings, including taxes, garnishments, child support orders, levies, voluntary deductions, and final pay obligations.</p><p>• Prepare payroll-related journal entries and reconcile payroll accounts in coordination with Accounting and Finance across multiple business entities and currencies.</p><p>• Maintain complete payroll files and supporting documentation while assisting with audits, control testing, year-end reporting, and other statutory filing requirements.</p><p>• Serve as a trusted point of contact for employee and manager payroll inquiries, providing timely and confidential support.</p><p>• Track payroll compliance requirements across applicable jurisdictions and help implement improvements that strengthen consistency, efficiency, and standardization.</p><p>• Contribute to payroll system and process enhancements that improve accuracy, reporting, and operational effectiveness across the broader payroll function.</p>
- 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
- Salem, OR
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 22 - 30 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are seeking a dedicated Payroll Specialist who is detail-oriented, proficient in tax related regulations, and has experience utilizing an automated payroll system. The chosen candidate will play a crucial role in managing all payroll related functions including the accurate and timely payment of salaries, benefits, and taxes.</p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Process company payroll in a timely and accurate manner.</li><li>Calculate and deduct appropriate amounts from payroll including tax deductions and benefits.</li><li>Utilize automated payroll systems similar to ADP for processing payroll and taxes.</li><li>Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal payroll tax regulations and reporting requirements.</li><li>Reconcile and verify accuracy of payroll and benefit data.</li><li>Resolve payroll discrepancies and handle employee payroll queries.</li><li>Prepare and maintain accurate payroll reports and statements.</li><li>Manage annual payroll audits.</li><li>Stay current with payroll tax requirements and relevant laws associated with the processing of employee wage data.</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-10-30T00:00:00Z
- Honolulu, HI
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 31.6635 - 36.663 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to support a high-volume payroll operation in Honolulu, Hawaii. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can manage complex payroll activities with accuracy, urgency, and strong judgment in a deadline-driven environment. The role focuses on end-to-end payroll processing, issue resolution, and payment accuracy while partnering with employees and internal teams to ensure smooth payroll operations. Preference will be given to Hawaii residents due to the onsite nature of this role. To apply, please call us at 808-531-0800.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Administer biweekly payroll for a large employee population, ensuring timely and accurate processing across all required pay cycles.</p><p>• Audit timekeeping and attendance information to confirm completeness, policy compliance, and proper payroll input before final processing.</p><p>• Investigate payroll issues, identify root causes of discrepancies, and implement accurate corrections in a timely manner.</p><p>• Complete payroll updates such as adjustments, retroactive payments, reversals, and other corrective entries while maintaining clear documentation.</p><p>• Calculate and process special payments, including off-cycle checks, final pay, and other nonstandard payroll transactions.</p><p>• Review underpayments and overpayments, determine appropriate corrections, and coordinate resolution steps in line with payroll practices.</p><p>• Respond to payroll-related questions from employees and departments, providing clear guidance and follow-up on outstanding concerns.</p><p>• Assist with payroll reporting, file preparation, and coordination of banking and related payroll support activities.</p><p>• Manage a high volume of payroll requests and data entries while maintaining precision in a fast-paced work environment.</p>
- 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
- Olympia, WA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 26 - 30 USD / Hourly
- <p>Robert Half is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processing and ensure compliance with labor regulations. This contract role is ideal for payroll professionals.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process bi-weekly payroll for employees.</li><li>Maintain payroll records and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Ensure compliance with tax and labor laws.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries.</li></ul>
- 2026-10-30T00:00:00Z
- Hanover, MD
- onsite
- Temporary to Hire
- 34 - 38 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a team in Hanover, Maryland on a contract basis with the potential to become permanent. This position will support high-volume payroll operations for a large employee population and play a key role in maintaining accurate, timely pay processing across multiple entities. The ideal candidate brings strong full-cycle payroll experience, works confidently in fast-paced environments, and is comfortable collaborating onsite. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process end-to-end payroll for a large employee population, ensuring wages, deductions, and adjustments are handled accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Manage payroll activity for Maryland operations while supporting multi-state requirements and maintaining compliance with applicable regulations.</p><p>• Review timekeeping records and attendance data to confirm completeness and resolve discrepancies before payroll submission.</p><p>• Partner with payroll leadership and support staff to maintain continuity of payroll operations during team changes and cross-training periods.</p><p>• Investigate payroll issues, respond to employee and internal inquiries, and deliver timely resolutions with strong attention to detail.</p><p>• Maintain payroll records, audit reports, and supporting documentation to promote accuracy and readiness for review.</p>
- 2026-11-10T00:00:00Z
- Adrian, MI
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support payroll and human resources operations for an education organization in Adrian, Michigan. This fully onsite opportunity is a Long-term Contract position suited for someone who can manage high-volume payroll processing, maintain accurate employee records, and provide responsive support to staff on payroll and employment matters. The role also contributes to compliance reporting, onboarding activities, and day-to-day HR coordination while ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and dependable service.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Administer biweekly payroll for a large employee population by entering, validating, and processing payroll data accurately and on schedule.<br>• Maintain complete employee payroll records, including leave balances, deductions, tax updates, direct deposit changes, and other compensation-related information.<br>• Respond to employee questions regarding pay, payroll policies, deductions, and related procedures with professionalism and clarity.<br>• Audit payroll details before final submission to confirm that updates, corrections, and exceptions have been addressed correctly.<br>• Prepare recurring payroll tasks and reporting activities across weekly, monthly, quarterly, and year-end cycles, including support for required tax documents and filings.<br>• Coordinate deduction payments such as garnishments and other withholdings, and ensure related requests are documented and processed properly.<br>• Monitor payroll and employment regulations to help maintain compliance and recommend process improvements when needed.<br>• Support HR operations by assisting with job postings, background screening, onboarding, offboarding, employee file maintenance, and employment-related inquiries.<br>• Contribute to campus employment and work-study administration, including oversight of student workers assigned within the HR and payroll function.<br>• Compile records and produce data needed for audits, regulatory submissions, and internal compliance reviews.
- 2026-10-15T00:00:00Z
- Warrenton, VA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 62400 - 72800 USD / Yearly
- <p>This position serves as the primary point of coordination for payroll, benefits administration, and employee HR support. The role is responsible for managing payroll processing, timesheet review, commissions, bonus payments, garnishments, and retirement contributions while ensuring accuracy and compliance. Additionally, the position oversees employee benefits administration, including enrollments, payroll deduction audits, invoice reconciliation, and ongoing employee support. The individual will also coordinate onboarding activities, maintain employee records and calendars, monitor subcontractor insurance compliance, and support various HR and administrative functions that contribute to the efficient operation of the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Coordinate onboarding and new employee setup processes.</li><li>Administer employee benefits programs, including annual open enrollment, payroll deduction audits, and benefit-related updates.</li><li>Process and maintain retirement plan contributions on a recurring basis.</li><li>Manage employee bonus payments and ensure accurate payroll adjustments.</li><li>Process child support garnishments and other payroll-related deductions.</li><li>Review and calculate weekly job costing and commission payments.</li><li>Maintain employee timesheets, attendance records, leave requests, and payroll processing activities.</li><li>Track and close commission-related projects within the AccuLynx system.</li><li>Process and reconcile in-house labor transactions in AccuLynx.</li><li>Maintain and update employee calendars and time-off schedules.</li><li>Coordinate weekly subcontractor payment processing.</li><li>Verify subcontractor insurance compliance and maintain current documentation.</li><li>Reconcile monthly benefit invoices against payroll deductions to ensure accuracy.</li><li>Review benefit provider statements and resolve discrepancies as needed, including medical, dental, vision, and other employee benefit plans.</li></ul>
- 2026-11-04T00:00:00Z
- New York, NY
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 31.6635 - 36.663 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support a large food service organization in New York. This long-term contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented payroll specialist who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and can manage complex payroll activities with accuracy. The role focuses on end-to-end payroll administration across multiple pay groups and jurisdictions, using Workday Payroll and Microsoft Excel to ensure timely and compliant processing.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage complete payroll processing for large employee populations, including both hourly and salaried staff across weekly and bi-weekly pay cycles.<br>• Review employee time records and approved timesheets to confirm accuracy, completeness, and compliance before each payroll run.<br>• Process multi-state payroll transactions while applying applicable wage, tax, and deduction requirements across jurisdictions.<br>• Use Workday Payroll to execute payroll activities, maintain records, and resolve processing issues efficiently.<br>• Analyze payroll data in Microsoft Excel to reconcile discrepancies, validate calculations, and support reporting needs.<br>• Investigate and correct payroll variances, including missing hours, pay adjustments, and deduction concerns, in a timely manner.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders to address payroll-related questions and ensure deadlines are met in a high-volume private company setting.<br>• Maintain accurate payroll documentation and support audit readiness through organized recordkeeping and process adherence.
- 2026-11-10T00:00:00Z
- Bensalem, PA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a growing construction organization in Pennsylvania. This position will take ownership of weekly payroll operations for an employee population of approximately 80, with particular attention to union payroll administration, reporting accuracy, and regulatory compliance. The role is well suited for someone who is detail oriented and enjoys managing payroll from start to finish while contributing to broader employee support activities as the company expands.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Administer end-to-end weekly payroll processing for approximately 80 employees, ensuring timely and accurate pay distribution.<br>• Oversee union payroll activities, including dues calculations, contract-based wage rates, benefit contributions, and adherence to labor agreement requirements.<br>• Compile and submit payroll-related compliance and certified reporting to applicable agencies on a recurring basis.<br>• Partner with contractors, project personnel, and internal leaders to gather, verify, and communicate payroll data.<br>• Audit time records, earnings, deductions, and manual adjustments to maintain payroll accuracy and resolve variances before processing.<br>• Maintain organized employee payroll records and uphold compliance with federal, state, local, and union-related regulations.<br>• Research employee payroll questions, investigate discrepancies, and implement corrections when needed.<br>• Assist with onboarding documentation, payroll record maintenance, year-end processing, and W-2 preparation.<br>• Prepare payroll and workforce reports that support leadership visibility into labor tracking and compliance needs.<br>• Provide supplemental HR assistance in areas such as benefits administration and employee documentation as business needs evolve.
- 2026-11-11T00:00:00Z
- Fairfield, NJ
- onsite
- Temporary to Hire
- 28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a fast-paced organization. This is an onsite contract opportunity with the potential to become permanent, Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, ideal for someone who can manage payroll activities accurately and respond effectively to employee and manager questions. The role focuses on end-to-end payroll processing, timekeeping review, reporting, and compliance support while maintaining a high standard of confidentiality and precision.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage biweekly and semi-monthly payroll activities from initial review through final processing, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Investigate timekeeping discrepancies and coordinate with employees and supervisors to secure complete and approved records before payroll deadlines.<br>• Review employee payroll and timekeeping profiles for new team members to confirm proper system setup and accurate pay-related information.<br>• Provide day-to-day support to staff and managers on payroll procedures, tax-related questions, and use of payroll and timekeeping systems.<br>• Conduct payroll validation checks and audits before and after processing to identify issues, correct errors, and reduce processing risk.<br>• Prepare and distribute payroll, benefits, and reconciliation reports as needed to support operational and management requirements.<br>• Process supplemental earnings such as commissions and bonuses, along with wage garnishments and federal tax levies, in a timely and compliant manner.<br>• Support year-end payroll activities, including assistance with tax form preparation, audit documentation, and resolution of payroll-related inquiries from management.
- 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
- Marlboro, NJ
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
- <p>THIS OPPORTUNITY IS ON-SITE FOR 1-2 WEEKS AND FULLY REMOTE AFTER - need to be commutable to Monmouth County, NJ.</p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for a Payroll Tax Specialist to support accurate and compliant payroll tax operations for a diverse client portfolio. This role focuses on tax filings, reconciliations, notice resolution, and record maintenance across federal, state, and local jurisdictions. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll tax knowledge, works well across teams, and contributes to continuous process improvement in a fast-paced environment. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Process payrolls for global client base.</li><li>Ensure timely deposits and filings of federal, state, and local tax liabilities across all applicable jurisdictions.</li><li>Prepare and file quarterly and annual unemployment tax returns.</li><li>Review payroll records to ensure accurate tax transaction recording and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.</li><li>Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual tax reconciliations to ensure filing accuracy; conduct more frequent audits as required by jurisdiction.</li><li>Complete W-2 reconciliations and process corrections as needed.</li><li>Investigate and resolve tax notices, penalties, and governmental inquiries.</li><li>Partner with Payroll teams to identify and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Maintain accurate and up-to-date employer records within electronic record management systems (e.g., tax rates, registrations, etc.).</li><li>Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams.</li><li>Promote a positive, forward-thinking team culture and contribute to a collaborative work environment.</li><li>Identify, test, and implement process improvements to enhance departmental efficiency.</li><li>Collaborate closely with IT to optimize operations and expand automation capabilities within the Tax function.</li><li>Perform additional job-related duties as assigned.</li><li>Maintain awareness of and adherence to cybersecurity policies, procedures, and best practices, supporting a strong organizational security posture.</li></ul><p>Benefits:</p><p>Medical/Dental/Vision</p><p>401k</p><p>PTO</p>
- 2026-11-11T00:00:00Z