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Payroll Clerk

Fairfield, OH
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Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 58000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Clerk to support payroll operations for a busy manufacturing organization in Ohio. This position plays an important role in making sure weekly and biweekly pay is handled accurately for both production and salaried employees. The ideal candidate is highly organized, learns new processes quickly, and can work with limited supervision in a deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities: • Manage payroll activities for weekly and biweekly pay cycles, helping ensure employees are paid correctly and on schedule. • Process payroll for contract production team members as well as internal salaried staff across different employee groups. • Create and maintain employee records in payroll and timekeeping systems, including setup for new contract and hourly employees. • Coordinate shift schedules for hourly employees and keep schedule information current for multiple work shifts. • Review timesheets and attendance records each day to identify missing information, inconsistencies, or payroll-related issues. • Enter time corrections and validate approved time off so payroll records align with submitted documentation. • Answer payroll questions from employees and supervisors, providing clear and timely follow-up on pay-related concerns. • Maintain organized payroll files and archived records in accordance with established company procedures. • Support onboarding or orientation activities as needed and assist with other payroll-related tasks assigned by leadership.
2026-10-21T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

Dayton, OH
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Temporary / Contract
20 - 24 USD / Hourly
Robert Half has partnered with local businesses to fill contract opportunities for Payroll Clerk positions. To be considered for ongoing opportunities, please apply first, then contact our talent managers at (937) 224-8326 Description<ul><li>Process payroll data accurately and on schedule, including hours worked, deductions, taxes, and other earnings adjustments.</li><li>Review timekeeping records and verify payroll information for completeness and accuracy.</li><li>Maintain payroll records and employee data in accordance with company policies and confidentiality requirements.</li><li>Assist with payroll-related questions from employees and help resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Support payroll tax, garnishment, and direct deposit processing as needed.</li><li>Prepare payroll reports and assist with recordkeeping for audits and compliance purposes.</li><li>Coordinate with human resources, accounting, and management to ensure accurate payroll processing.</li><li>Help ensure compliance with applicable wage and hour laws, payroll regulations, and internal procedures.</li></ul>
2026-11-11T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

St. Louis, MO
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Temporary / Contract
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
Payroll ClerkOne of our Fortune 500 clients is seeking a Payroll Clerk to join their dynamic, fast-growing team! In this role, you will support the Payroll department in a variety of clerical duties, and you will be responsible for data entry, reconciliation of timecards, paycheck distribution and providing statements to various departments. You should have the ability to communicate effectively with both the internal team and outside customers. If you want a challenging position with an industry leader and strong career growth opportunity, this position may be for you!Responsibilities· Contact employees via email and phone to obtain timesheet approvals· Deliver instruction/training to employees regarding the use of payroll-related systems including entry of timesheets, online access of pay statements, etc.· Perform clerical duties such as filing, scanning, faxing, photocopying, etc.· Data entry into Excel and the ADP payroll system· Enter and audit union calculations via Excel as instructed· Download and distribute/save reports as instructed· Build and run custom reports out of ADP· Other duties as assignedPlease apply online or through our Robert Half app
2026-11-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

St. Paul, MN
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Clerk to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a large, multi-location workforce. This position plays an important role in maintaining payroll records, addressing employee questions, and helping the organization meet tax and wage compliance obligations. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll processing experience, sound judgment, and the ability to manage sensitive information with care. Responsibilities: • Administer weekly payroll for approximately 2,700 employees working across multiple sites, ensuring each pay cycle is completed accurately and on schedule. • Maintain employee payroll information by reviewing and updating records related to hours, compensation, organizational assignments, and voluntary or required deductions. • Monitor payroll activities for adherence to applicable wage laws, tax requirements, and court-ordered deductions, and help resolve issues before processing is finalized. • Partner with Paylocity to support payroll tax filing activities and year-end reporting, including preparation processes related to forms such as W-2s and 1099s. • Respond to payroll-related questions from employees, investigate discrepancies, and provide clear, thorough follow-up to bring issues to resolution. • Coordinate payment adjustments such as direct deposit setup, special payroll runs, and final wage payments for separating employees. • Prepare payroll-related reports and summaries for internal review, reconciliations, and audit support as needed. • Assist with year-end payroll closeout activities to help ensure records, filings, and employee documentation are completed accurately.
2026-11-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

Federal Way, WA
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 31 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking a Payroll Clerk to join our permanent Engagement Professionals (FTEP) program. As a permanent salaried employee of Robert Half, you will support a variety of organizations on project-based and interim payroll assignments. This role is ideal for payroll professionals who enjoy variety, learning new systems, and helping organizations maintain accurate payroll operations. Responsibilities Process weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and monthly payrolls Review and audit employee timecards for accuracy Enter payroll data, deductions, reimbursements, and adjustments Maintain employee payroll records and ensure data integrity Assist with payroll tax, garnishment, and benefit deduction processing Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies Reconcile payroll reports and assist with month-end activities Support year-end payroll processing, including W-2 preparation Ensure compliance with payroll policies and procedures Assist with payroll system implementations and special projects
2026-11-02T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

Glendale, CA
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Temporary / Contract
23 - 25 USD / Hourly
Ongoing opportunities for ambitious Payroll Processors. As a Payroll Processors, you will be responsible for data entry, reconciliation of timecards, paycheck distribution and providing statements to various departments. This temporary assignment with a well known company offers great career growth. Please submit your resume and call 626.463.2030 for immediate consideration. Payroll Processing:· Calculate and process employee salaries, wages, bonuses, and deductions.· Ensure accuracy in time and attendance records and apply relevant payroll policies.Data Entry and Record Keeping:· Enter and maintain employee data in the payroll system.· Keep accurate records of employee information, tax withholdings, and other payroll-related details.Tax Compliance:· Ensure compliance with tax regulations and statutory requirements.· Calculate and withhold income taxes, Social Security contributions, and other deductions as required.Benefits Administration:· Administer employee benefits programs, such as health insurance and retirement plans· Deduct and remit employee contributions to benefit plans.Payroll Reporting:· Prepare and distribute payroll reports to management and relevant departments.· Generate reports for tax purposes, including year-end reports and W-2 forms.
2026-11-04T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

Trenton, NJ
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Temporary / Contract
20 - 25 USD / Hourly
Our client is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to join their team. This individual will be responsible for supporting day-to-day payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of employee payroll, maintaining payroll records, and assisting with payroll-related inquiries. The ideal candidate is organized, comfortable working with numbers, and able to manage deadlines while handling sensitive and confidential employee information. Key Responsibilities Assist with the preparation and processing of employee payroll. Review, verify, and enter employee timesheets, timecards, attendance, and overtime. Maintain accurate employee payroll records and personnel information. Process payroll adjustments, deductions, garnishments, and wage changes. Respond to employee questions regarding paychecks, deductions, and payroll discrepancies. Assist with payroll reconciliations and reporting. Ensure payroll information is accurate and processed within established deadlines. Maintain confidentiality of employee payroll and financial information. Assist with year-end payroll activities and other administrative duties as needed.
2026-11-12T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

Indianapolis, IN
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Temporary / Contract
20 - 25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to support payroll and attendance administration for a team. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone who is comfortable working on-site, managing timekeeping records, and helping maintain accurate employee documentation. The role focuses on reviewing payroll-related data, monitoring attendance activity, and coordinating closely with HR to ensure contract-driven corrective actions are handled correctly. Responsibilities:• Review and verify timecards for union and hourly employees• Maintain daily attendance records and document employee incidents in the appropriate tracking system as issues arise• Communicate attendance and corrective action updates to HR so required letters and follow-up actions can be processed in line with labor agreement guidelines• Support payroll processing activities by identifying discrepancies, researching missing information, and helping resolve timekeeping issues• Use payroll and timekeeping tools effectively, including e-Time or similar systems when applicable
2026-11-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

Woodbridge, NJ
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Temporary to Hire
20 - 23 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a Payroll Specialist in Middlesex County, NJ. In this role you will be responsible for payroll processing, timesheets, reporting, and more! If you have 1+ years of experience handling payroll and are looking for a new opportunity, this might be the role for you! Responsibilities:• Process payroll accurately while maintaining compliance with company policies. • Enter employee timesheets accurately and on time to support payroll processing.• Review payroll information and make simple updates or corrections when needed.• Check payroll records for errors and help make sure employees are paid correctly.• Update and maintain employee payroll records, including taxes, benefits, and other deductions.
2026-11-09T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

Honolulu, HI
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 31 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a meticulous Payroll Clerk to join a Contract assignment supporting payroll operations in Honolulu, Hawaii. In this role, you will help keep payroll records accurate, accessible, and well organized while providing administrative support to the payroll function. The position is ideal for someone who is comfortable handling sensitive information, managing documentation, and completing clerical tasks with a high level of accuracy. Due to the nature of the work and onsite requirements, preference will be given to Hawaii residents. Applicants should be able to reliably commute or reside within the region to meet business needs. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply by calling us at 808-531-8056. Responsibilities:• Provide daily administrative support to payroll operations and assist leadership with routine coordination tasks.• Maintain digital and physical payroll documentation by scanning, indexing, and filing records in an organized manner.• Enter and update employee and payroll-related information in tracking logs and spreadsheets with close attention to accuracy.• Locate archived payroll documents when requested and ensure timely retrieval of records for internal use.• Arrange the movement of files to designated off-site storage and keep detailed records of stored materials.• Review payroll documentation for completeness and proper organization in line with record retention standards.• Support audit requests by gathering, organizing, and supplying payroll records and related documentation.• Handle clerical duties connected to payroll processing while safeguarding confidential employee information.• Contribute to special assignments and additional administrative projects as needed.
2026-11-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

Salt Lake City, UT
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Temporary to Hire
26 - 26 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to join a team in Salt Lake City, Utah in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position focuses on accurate payroll execution, incentive compensation administration, and regulatory compliance for a diverse employee population. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with ADP Workforce Now, sharp analytical ability, and a high standard of discretion when handling sensitive payroll and compensation information. Responsibilities: • Manage weekly, biweekly, and off-cycle payroll processing for employees while ensuring timely and accurate payments. • Maintain payroll and compensation records in ADP Workforce Now, including updates related to pay rates, job status changes, leave activity, and final pay calculations. • Examine payroll inputs such as earnings, deductions, taxes, benefits, garnishments, and timekeeping data to identify and correct discrepancies before payroll is finalized. • Administer commission, bonus, and incentive pay programs across sales, operations, and corporate teams, including calculation validation and documentation support. • Prepare payroll reconciliations and reporting for internal stakeholders, providing analysis on payroll results and compensation payout trends. • Support compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws by applying current requirements related to wage and hour rules, overtime, and tax obligations. • Act as a key resource for ADP Workforce Now payroll functionality by maintaining system configurations, reporting structures, and payroll-related codes. • Assist with payroll system testing, upgrades, issue resolution, and process documentation to strengthen accuracy, consistency, and operational efficiency. • Process garnishments, tax levies, child support orders, and year-end payroll activities, including reconciliation support for W-2 preparation and audits.
2026-11-12T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

Saddle Brook, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Clerk to support accurate and timely payroll operations in New York. This position plays an important role in ensuring employees are paid correctly while maintaining reliable payroll records and responding to payroll-related questions. The ideal candidate brings hands-on payroll experience, works well across departments, and is comfortable managing reporting and compliance tasks in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Administer weekly and biweekly payroll cycles for both union and non-union employees using Paycom, ensuring payments are completed on schedule. • Review and update employee payroll information to maintain complete, accurate, and current records. • Generate payroll reports and use system data to support routine processing, reconciliations, and decision-making. • Respond to questions from employees and field staff regarding pay, deductions, and payroll-related concerns in a timely and thorough manner. • Monitor payroll activity for compliance with wage regulations, tax withholdings, benefit deductions, and garnishment requirements. • Partner with accounting, human resources, and operations teams to resolve discrepancies and support smooth payroll administration. • Assist with internal and external payroll audits by preparing documentation and validating payroll data. • Help track payroll changes and identify issues that could affect accuracy, reporting, or regulatory compliance.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

Plano, TX
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Temporary / Contract
23 - 26 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a Long-term Contract position based in Plano, Texas. This role is well suited to someone who enjoys working with numbers, maintaining precise records, and helping ensure employees are paid correctly. The Payroll Clerk will partner with payroll leadership and cross-functional teams to manage compensation data, resolve payroll questions, and uphold compliance with payroll regulations and internal standards. Responsibilities: • Prepare payroll calculations by reviewing hours worked, salary information, incentive payments, and other eligible earnings to ensure correct employee compensation. • Process payroll-related taxes, withholdings, and associated expenses while supporting timely and accurate payroll completion. • Apply court-ordered deductions, benefit withholdings, and other pay adjustments in accordance with company guidelines and legal requirements. • Maintain organized payroll files and supporting documentation to preserve data accuracy and audit readiness. • Assist with payroll reporting, record balancing, and reconciliation activities to identify and resolve discrepancies. • Address employee payroll questions professionally and investigate payment concerns or record issues as needed. • Work closely with Human Resources and Finance to confirm employee data, pay changes, and compliance with established procedures. • Support payroll audits and help reinforce internal controls, regulatory compliance, and documentation standards.
2026-11-11T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

Ann Arbor, MI
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Clerk to join a hospitality-focused team in Ann Arbor, Michigan on a Long-term Contract basis. This role supports high-volume payroll activity in a fast-moving environment and is well suited to someone who values accuracy, responsiveness, and strong service when working with employee pay matters. The position includes an on-site schedule Wednesday through Friday, with Friday worked remotely, and candidates must be available for the required hours and complete a typing assessment as part of the process. Responsibilities: • Process payroll data for a large workforce across multiple states, ensuring payments are completed accurately and within established timelines. • Review tax withholdings and payroll transactions to help maintain compliance with federal, state, and local requirements. • Investigate pay-related issues in partnership with payroll colleagues and work toward timely resolution of discrepancies. • Organize and maintain payroll documentation to support reporting needs, audits, and record retention standards. • Use Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables, to examine payroll information and identify trends or inconsistencies. • Respond to employee questions related to earnings, deductions, and payroll processing with professionalism and a customer-focused approach. • Check payroll calculations carefully to confirm alignment with company guidelines and applicable policies. • Contribute to year-end payroll activities and provide general support for ongoing payroll operations. • Look for opportunities to streamline workflows and recommend practical improvements that increase efficiency and accuracy.
2026-11-12T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

Morgan Hill, CA
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Temporary / Contract
26 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to support payroll operations for a non-profit organization in Morgan Hill, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage payroll activities accurately and consistently in a multi-employee environment while maintaining compliance with applicable policies and regulations. The role will focus on end-to-end payroll processing, employee pay adjustments, and timely resolution of payroll-related issues. Responsibilities: • Process full-cycle payroll for a workforce of approximately 101 to 500 employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness for each pay period. • Review timesheets, earnings, deductions, and pay changes to confirm all payroll data is complete and correctly entered before processing. • Administer payroll garnishments and other withholdings in accordance with court orders, company policies, and legal requirements. • Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, responding to employee questions about pay, deductions, and payroll records. • Maintain organized payroll documentation and update employee records to support accurate reporting and audit readiness. • Reconcile payroll totals and verify payroll registers to ensure payments, taxes, and deductions are properly calculated. • Coordinate with internal teams to gather payroll inputs such as new hires, terminations, rate updates, and benefit deductions. • Support payroll-related compliance activities by helping prepare reports and ensuring payroll practices align with applicable regulations.
2026-11-12T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

Tampa, FL
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Temporary to Hire
21.85 - 25.3 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to join an automotive organization in Tampa, Florida on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This role supports accurate weekly payroll processing for a workforce of approximately 275 employees while helping maintain reliable payroll records and financial accuracy. The position also contributes to benefits administration, retirement plan coordination, and month-end accounting activities in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Process weekly payroll for approximately 275 employees, ensuring wages, deductions, and withholdings are calculated accurately and submitted on schedule. • Review payroll data for completeness and enter updates related to employee pay, deductions, and other compensation changes. • Administer payroll-related deductions such as garnishments, benefits, and 401(k) contributions in accordance with company policies and applicable regulations. • Reconcile payroll journal entries and support the accuracy of payroll postings within the general ledger. • Assist with month-end close activities by preparing payroll-related reports and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner. • Help oversee benefit and retirement plan records by verifying deductions and maintaining accurate employee enrollment information. • Research payroll variances and respond to routine questions from employees and internal stakeholders regarding pay and deductions.
2026-11-12T00:00:00Z

Payroll Staff Accountant

Los Angeles, CA
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Temporary to Hire
32.12 - 43.01 USD / Hourly
The Staff Accountant / Payroll Specialist supports accurate, timely, and audit-ready financial reporting by performing general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, journal-entry preparation, and payroll processing activities. This position works collaboratively with Finance and Human Resources while maintaining appropriate segregation of duties, confidentiality, internal controls, and compliance with Hillsides policies, procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local requirements.The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, dependable, and comfortable working with sensitive financial and employee information. This role requires strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy. This role will be a hybrid remote position. Employees must live with in a 30 mile radius of the site. Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesGeneral Accounting<ul><li>Perform monthly general ledger account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.</li><li>Prepare, review, and post routine and adjusting journal entries.</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.</li><li>Maintain accurate supporting documentation for accounting transactions.</li><li>Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts, and other accounting functions as needed.</li><li>Review financial transactions for accuracy, completeness, and proper account coding.</li><li>Assist with preparation of financial reports, schedules, and supporting documentation for internal and external reporting.</li><li>Support annual audits and provide requested documentation and account analysis.</li></ul>Payroll<ul><li>Process payroll accurately and timely in accordance with established payroll schedules and applicable requirements.</li><li>Review payroll information, including timekeeping records, earnings, deductions, benefits, leave balances, and other payroll-related transactions.</li><li>Coordinate with Human Resources regarding employee status changes, new hires, terminations, compensation changes, and benefit deductions.</li><li>Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts and payroll liabilities.</li><li>Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee payroll questions in coordination with Human Resources.</li><li>Prepare and maintain payroll reports and supporting documentation.</li><li>Assist with payroll tax filings, year-end reporting, W-2s, and other required payroll documentation.</li></ul>
2026-11-10T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Billerica, MA
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Temporary / Contract
43.5385 - 50.413 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to support a large, multi-site organization in Billerica, Massachusetts. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a detail-oriented payroll specialist who can lead end-to-end payroll operations while also contributing to core accounting activities. The role requires someone who is comfortable managing high employee volume, ensuring payroll accuracy, and assisting with period-end financial tasks in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Support the full biweekly payroll cycle for a single employee group spanning more than 2,000 employees across 24 properties and the corporate office.• Review and oversee payroll processing to ensure timely, accurate compensation and compliance with established payroll practices.• Administer wage garnishment setups and maintain proper deductions in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements.• Prepare and submit payroll-related agency reports, keeping records accurate and current for audit and compliance purposes.• Provide day-to-day payroll support by researching issues, resolving discrepancies, and responding to payroll-related questions.• Record payroll-related journal entries and help maintain accurate financial reporting within the general ledger.• Perform account reconciliations tied to payroll and related balances to support strong month-end reporting.• Assist with month-end close activities and contribute to broader accounting tasks as needed.• Use payroll systems effectively, with preference for candidates who have experience working in UKG environments such as UKG Pro or UKG Ready.
2026-10-29T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Carencro, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Manager to oversee accurate, timely payroll operations for a large employee population in Louisiana. This role is ideal for a thorough leader who can manage complex payroll activities, collaborate across departments, and ensure compliance with company policies and applicable regulations. The successful candidate will bring strong experience in full-cycle payroll administration, employee issue resolution, and payroll reporting in a multi-entity or multi-state environment. Responsibilities: • Lead complete payroll administration for assigned employee groups and entities, ensuring each cycle is completed on schedule and with a high level of accuracy. • Examine timekeeping records, leave entries, earnings components, and payroll adjustments to confirm all approved pay elements are correctly reflected before processing is finalized. • Partner with supervisors, operations teams, Human Resources, and Finance to address missing approvals, time entry discrepancies, and other issues that could affect payroll deadlines. • Apply authorized employee changes such as hires, separations, compensation updates, incentive payments, reimbursements, and deduction changes within the payroll system. • Perform payroll balancing and reconciliation activities to validate hours worked, earnings, taxes, deductions, and net pay prior to submission. • Produce and maintain payroll registers, audit support files, deduction reports, termination payment records, and other documentation required for compliance and internal review. • Manage payroll deductions and withholdings, including benefits, retirement contributions and loan repayments, garnishments, taxes, and other approved employee elections. • Investigate and resolve payroll concerns such as incorrect pay, missed payments, deduction questions, and tax-related issues while maintaining a thorough and service-oriented approach. • Support year-end and periodic payroll activities, including tax reporting, W-2 preparation, responses to payroll notices, certified payroll needs, and coordination with external providers when needed. • Assist with payroll accounting and reporting needs by coordinating payroll funding, labor distribution, accruals, general ledger entries, reconciliations, and project-specific payroll requirements.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Reno, Nv, NV
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Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
Brad Stewart with Robert Half Finance & Accounting is recruiting for an experienced Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for a local client. This position is responsible for guiding a payroll team, ensuring accurate and timely pay processing, and maintaining compliance with applicable payroll regulations across multiple states. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership skills, deep knowledge of full-cycle payroll, and the ability to support continuous improvement in payroll practices and reporting. Responsibilities:• Lead and support the payroll team by assigning work, monitoring productivity, and identifying opportunities to improve performance and efficiency.• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for a large employee population, ensuring accurate calculation of earnings, benefits, taxes, garnishments, and other deductions.• Maintain payroll systems and procedures to support consistent, timely, and compliant payroll operations.• Prepare, review, and retain payroll records and reports with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.• Guide onboarding and orientation activities for payroll staff to promote a smooth transition and strong understanding of departmental expectations.• Serve as a coach and resource for team members by modeling high standards and encouraging ongoing development.• Partner with leadership to recommend process enhancements and help implement operational improvements within payroll workflows.• Provide documentation, audit support, and detailed payroll information to external auditors and other authorized parties as needed.• Ensure payroll practices align with federal, state, and local wage and hour requirements, including multi-state compliance obligations.• Represent the department appropriately and carry out additional related responsibilities as required.
2026-11-03T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Round Rock, TX
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Permanent / Full Time
115000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations in Round Rock, Texas and ensure employees are compensated accurately, consistently, and in full compliance with applicable regulations. This position plays a central role in overseeing payroll administration, strengthening internal controls, and delivering reliable reporting for leadership. The ideal candidate brings strong multi-state payroll expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to collaborate effectively with Human Resources and Finance while guiding a high-performing payroll team. Responsibilities: • Direct complete payroll cycles for hourly, salaried, and incentive-based employees across multiple states, ensuring each payroll is processed accurately and on schedule. • Evaluate and authorize employee pay updates, including hires, departures, job changes, deductions, and timekeeping adjustments before payroll finalization. • Monitor adherence to federal, state, and local payroll rules, including tax withholding, wage and hour requirements, garnishments, and mandated filings. • Reconcile payroll-related accounts by reviewing benefit deductions, tax payments, payroll balances, and general ledger activity to resolve discrepancies promptly. • Oversee annual payroll close activities such as W-2 preparation, year-end balancing, and documentation needed for audits and compliance reviews. • Lead payroll audit efforts by preparing records, responding to internal and external requests, and maintaining organized support for regulatory examinations. • Manage payroll systems administration and identify opportunities to improve workflows, reporting accuracy, and overall processing efficiency, including support for system upgrades when needed. • Supervise, coach, and develop payroll staff to maintain strong service levels, accountability, and operational consistency. • Work closely with Human Resources, Finance, and business leadership on compensation matters, benefits-related payroll impacts, and recurring or ad hoc reporting needs. • Address complex employee payroll concerns, investigate root causes, and ensure timely resolution of escalated issues.
2026-11-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Vancouver, WA
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Temporary / Contract
52.25 - 60.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to join our client's team in Vancouver, Washington on a Contract basis. This role will lead complex payroll operations across multiple locations and states, ensuring accurate, timely processing for both clinical providers and administrative staff. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll compliance knowledge, a process-minded approach, and the ability to strengthen controls, documentation, and team output in a growing organization. Responsibilities:• Oversee end-to-end payroll administration for a large, multi-location workforce across several states, with particular attention to California and Washington requirements.• Manage recurring payroll cycles for different employee groups, ensuring all payments are processed accurately and within established deadlines.• Partner with the external payroll provider to resolve issues, maintain service quality, and support ongoing payroll operations.• Review the work produced by payroll specialists, provide guidance on best practices, and help elevate overall accuracy and efficiency.• Evaluate current payroll workflows, identify opportunities for improvement, and create clear process documentation to support consistency and scalability.• Perform payroll tax reconciliations, including oversight of quarterly and annual filings such as 940 and 941 reporting.• Support retirement-related payroll activities, including 401(k) deductions, reconciliation, and coordination with relevant stakeholders.• Assist with financial year-end audit preparation by supplying payroll records, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.• Contribute to special projects and operational initiatives, including payroll-related work tied to organizational growth or acquisitions when needed.
2026-11-09T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Milwaukee, WI
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Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for a Milwaukee, Wisconsin area organization. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate, timely payroll processing across multiple states while maintaining compliance with wage and tax regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership skills, deep knowledge of end-to-end payroll administration, and the ability to improve processes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Responsibilities:• Direct end-to-end payroll processing for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and confidentiality.• Oversee multi-state payroll activities, including earnings, deductions, garnishments, and other payroll adjustments in accordance with applicable regulations.• Manage bi-monthly payroll cycles and verify that all payments are completed correctly and on schedule.• Lead payroll tax administration by reviewing filings, supporting reconciliations, and helping ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.• Supervise and support payroll staff, providing guidance, accountability, and day-to-day operational leadership.• Review payroll records and reports to identify discrepancies, resolve issues promptly, and strengthen internal controls.• Partner with HR, finance, and related teams to ensure employee data changes are reflected accurately in payroll processing.• Maintain payroll procedures and support continuous improvement efforts to increase efficiency and service quality.
2026-10-08T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Riviera Beach, FL
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Temporary / Contract
52.25 - 60.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to support payroll, benefits, and HR operations for a transport organization in Riviera Beach, Florida. This Long-term Contract position will play a key role in maintaining accurate payroll processing, strengthening compliance practices, and improving reporting across payroll and HR functions. The role also contributes to implementation-related activities, including testing, validation, documentation, and post-launch support, while partnering closely with HR, Finance, and other internal teams. Responsibilities: • Manage end-to-end payroll processing for a large, multi-state employee population, ensuring timely and accurate pay results. • Review payroll outputs such as taxes, earnings, deductions, garnishments, and accruals, and resolve discrepancies before finalization. • Work with internal stakeholders and external implementation partners to support configuration reviews, testing cycles, validation efforts, and issue tracking. • Analyze existing payroll, timekeeping, benefits, and HR workflows to identify operational gaps and recommend process improvements. • Participate in data conversion activities involving employee records, payroll history, and benefits information to help maintain data accuracy. • Support user acceptance testing and parallel payroll runs to confirm system readiness and reduce risk prior to launch. • Partner with Finance on payroll reconciliations, accounting support, and month-end close activities related to payroll transactions. • Assist with benefits administration by reviewing eligibility, enrollment details, and payroll deduction accuracy while addressing employee questions with HR. • Prepare and maintain payroll, HR, and benefits reporting, while promoting strong data integrity and audit readiness across related systems. • Contribute to year-end processing, audit support, policy documentation, and post-go-live stabilization for payroll and HR operations.
2026-11-11T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

South Attleboro, RI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee a high-volume payroll function supporting both salaried staff and union employees in South Attleboro. This position leads weekly payroll operations across multiple entities and several states, ensuring accurate processing, compliance, and strong coordination with internal stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of union payroll, certified payroll requirements, and multi-state regulations, with prior exposure to construction or a similarly complex payroll environment. Responsibilities:• Direct weekly payroll processing for a workforce that includes office employees and a large union population across multiple states and business entities.• Manage end-to-end payroll activities, including earnings, deductions, taxes, garnishments, and final validation to ensure timely and accurate pay.• Oversee payroll administration for numerous collective bargaining agreements, applying union rules, rates, fringe calculations, and related reporting requirements.• Ensure compliance with certified payroll obligations and maintain accurate records to support audits, reporting, and regulatory reviews.• Supervise payroll team members, providing day-to-day guidance, reviewing work quality, and helping prioritize deadlines across the department.• Partner with finance, human resources, and operational leaders to resolve payroll issues, improve accuracy, and support employee pay inquiries.• Monitor adherence to federal, state, and local payroll laws in each operating location and implement updates when requirements change.• Utilize Sage 300 and Sage Timberline to maintain payroll records, produce reports, and support ongoing payroll administration needs.
2026-11-10T00:00:00Z

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