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HR/Payroll Specialist

Salem, MA
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Temporary / Contract
30.0865 - 34.837 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an HR/Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations and employee relations activities for a dynamic workforce in Salem, Massachusetts. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage high-volume, multi-state payroll while also contributing to benefits administration and labor relations support. The role requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively across HR and payroll functions. Responsibilities: • Process accurate multi-state payroll for a large employee population, ensuring compliance with applicable wage and hour regulations. • Maintain payroll records, review earnings and deductions, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner. • Support employee relations matters by responding to payroll and HR-related questions with professionalism and discretion. • Assist with labor relations activities, including maintaining documentation and coordinating information needed for HR processes. • Administer benefits-related payroll inputs such as deductions, adjustments, and employee enrollment changes. • Use ADP Workforce Now to manage payroll transactions, audits, and reporting activities. • Partner with HR and leadership to help ensure payroll practices align with company policies and collective labor requirements when applicable. • Prepare payroll reports and support audits by validating data accuracy and researching exceptions.
2026-10-08T00:00:00Z

Payroll/HR Specialist

Honolulu, HI
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Temporary to Hire
26 - 32 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll/Human Resources Specialist to support human resources operations for an organization in Honolulu, Hawaii. This permanent position is ideal for someone who can manage payroll accurately while also contributing to employee support and day-to-day HR administration. The role offers the opportunity to handle a broad range of responsibilities, from payroll processing to benefits coordination and record maintenance. Responsibilities:• Administer end-to-end biweekly payroll for employees, ensuring timely and accurate pay processing.• Provide support across human resources activities, including employee-related matters and routine HR administration.• Coordinate benefits-related tasks and assist employees with benefit documentation and general questions.• Help address workplace concerns by supporting employee relations activities in a discreet and confidential manner.• Assist with workers’ compensation administration, including tracking cases and maintaining related documentation.• Manage incoming and outgoing mail and support general office workflow as needed.• Prepare payroll, HR, and operational reports for internal review and recordkeeping purposes.• Maintain organized employee files, logs, and other records to support compliance and daily operations.• Perform a variety of administrative duties to support the payroll and HR functions effectively.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

HR Payroll Administrator

Boynton Beach, FL
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an HR Payroll Administrator to support payroll, benefits, and core HR operations for our team in Florida. This position is well suited for an individual with strong attention to detail who can manage payroll activities accurately while also contributing to employee administration and reporting needs. The role works closely with Finance and HR partners to help maintain compliant processes, reliable data, and a strong employee experience. Responsibilities: • Administer bi-weekly payroll from start to finish, ensuring earnings such as overtime, incentive pay, bonus amounts, and employee reimbursements are processed correctly and on schedule. • Oversee payroll adjustments, withholdings, and benefit-related deductions while maintaining accurate records across each pay cycle. • Coordinate employee benefit administration, including health and retirement programs, and assist team members with questions related to coverage and payroll impacts. • Prepare payroll, headcount, and labor cost information for recurring reports, and support analysis tied to staffing expenses and compensation trends. • Assist with budget preparation, personnel cost forecasting, and payroll reconciliations during month-end and year-end close activities. • Maintain organized employee files and HR documentation, ensuring records remain current, complete, and aligned with company requirements. • Support onboarding activities by preparing new employee paperwork, collecting required documentation, and helping create a smooth start for incoming employees. • Draft and process employment-related documents such as offer letters, compensation updates, and other HR communications. • Provide administrative support for recruiting efforts by coordinating interviews and assisting with hiring logistics. • Act as a day-to-day resource for employees and managers by responding to questions related to payroll, benefits, leave, and general HR matters.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

HR & Benefits Specialist

Escondido, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 34 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with a growing healthcare organization in Escondido to find an HR & Benefits Specialist who can deliver dependable employee support while keeping HR processes organized and compliant! This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being a go-to resource for employees, coordinating benefits and leave requests, and ensuring that important employment documentation is handled accurately.You'll work closely with HR leadership, payroll, and department managers to support employees throughout the employment lifecycle. The team is looking for someone who can balance employee questions with detail-heavy administrative work, maintain confidentiality, and follow through on issues from beginning to resolution. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Respond to employee questions regarding benefits, eligibility, enrollment, and policy procedures.</li><li>Coordinate new-hire benefits enrollment, qualifying life events, and employee status changes.</li><li>Maintain accurate employee records, digital personnel files, and HRIS information.</li><li>Assist with leave-of-absence administration, including tracking documentation and deadlines.</li><li>Support onboarding and offboarding, including required forms, system updates, and orientation scheduling.</li><li>Partner with payroll to verify employee changes, deductions, and benefits-related updates.</li><li>Monitor benefit enrollment deadlines and communicate reminders to employees.</li><li>Assist with open enrollment preparation, employee communications, and benefits presentations.</li><li>Track required training, certifications, and employment documentation.</li><li>Support HR audits by gathering records and identifying missing or outdated information.</li><li>Help maintain employee handbooks, policy acknowledgments, and compliance records.</li><li>Escalate sensitive employee relations matters to HR leadership as appropriate.</li></ul>
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Charlotte, NC
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to oversee accurate and timely payroll operations for employees in Charlotte, North Carolina. This position plays a key role in maintaining payroll records, validating time and pay data, and supporting compliance with applicable wage, tax, and reporting requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll administration experience, sharp attention to detail, and the ability to manage sensitive information with professionalism. Responsibilities: • Manage end-to-end payroll processing on scheduled cycles, ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time. • Examine timesheets, attendance records, and overtime details to confirm payroll data is complete and accurate before processing. • Update employee payroll information such as new hires, separations, compensation changes, and recurring or one-time deductions. • Administer required withholdings and court-ordered deductions, including garnishments, child support, and tax levies. • Reconcile payroll registers and related reports, identify variances, and resolve discrepancies in collaboration with internal teams. • Produce payroll reports for leadership, finance, and human resources to support planning, audits, and recordkeeping needs. • Contribute to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end payroll activities, including tax reporting and annual wage statement preparation. • Address employee questions related to pay, deductions, and payroll records with timely and accurate follow-up. • Work closely with HR and Accounting to maintain accurate employee data and strengthen payroll procedures and compliance efforts.
2026-10-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Cary, NC
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Temporary to Hire
24 - 28 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a construction-focused organization in Cary, North Carolina. This contract position with potential for a permanent role is fully onsite and offers the opportunity to manage high-volume weekly payroll processing in a fast-paced environment. The role is ideal for someone who is confident handling multi-state payroll, supporting a large field workforce, and ensuring payroll is completed accurately and on schedule. Responsibilities: • Process weekly payroll for a large hourly employee population, ensuring timely and accurate pay distribution. • Manage end-to-end payroll activities for employees working across multiple states while maintaining compliance with applicable regulations. • Review timekeeping, earnings, deductions, and adjustments to resolve discrepancies before payroll is finalized. • Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality. • Use ADP Workforce Now to administer payroll transactions, updates, and reporting activities. • Partner with internal teams to address payroll questions, investigate issues, and provide clear resolution. • Support overtime calculations and other variable pay components for field-based employees. • Assist with payroll-related audits, reconciliations, and process updates as needed.
2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

New York, NY
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Temporary to Hire
25 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to manage weekly pay activities for a busy banquet operation in New York, New York. This fully onsite role supports a high-volume hospitality team and is ideal for someone who is comfortable handling payroll for hourly staff, gratuity-related earnings, and attendance records with precision. This is a contract opportunity with the potential to become permanent, offering the chance to contribute in a fast-paced environment while partnering closely with banquet leadership to keep payroll accurate, timely, and aligned with event staffing. Responsibilities: • Administer weekly payroll for a large banquet workforce, ensuring employees are paid correctly and on schedule. • Audit payroll entries and make necessary corrections before final submission to reduce errors and delays. • Track payroll activity during the week, with concentrated processing responsibilities at the start of each workweek. • Compute and enter gratuity payments tied to banquet functions and confirm proper allocation to eligible staff. • Investigate payroll variances, reconcile discrepancies, and resolve compensation issues based on shifts and events worked. • Perform bank-related payroll reconciliations and complete supporting payroll utility tasks as needed. • Maintain accurate timekeeping and attendance information using Unifocus and related payroll systems. • Use Evention to support payroll processing, including event-based earnings and gratuity calculations. • Work closely with banquet management to match payroll records with staffing levels and event schedules. • Provide knowledge-sharing support during employee handoff periods to help maintain continuity in payroll operations.
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Poughkeepsie, NY
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 35 USD / Hourly
About the RoleWe are seeking a detail‑oriented and highly organized Payroll Specialist to join our team on a contract basis. This role is responsible for ensuring timely, accurate payroll processing and supporting related compliance and reporting activities. The ideal candidate brings strong technical skills, deep payroll knowledge, and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining confidentiality and precision. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process payroll accurately and on time for hourly and salaried employees.</li><li>Review, validate, and audit payroll data, including timesheets, earnings, deductions, bonuses, and adjustments.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and work with HR, Finance, and managers to resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Manage employee payroll inquiries and provide timely support.</li><li>Maintain payroll records and documentation for audit readiness.</li><li>Assist with payroll tax reporting, year‑end activities (W‑2s, 1099s), and system updates.</li><li>Support process improvements and contribute to enhancing payroll accuracy and efficiency.</li></ul>
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Grand Rapids, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced payroll specialist to support accurate, compliant payroll operations for a workforce of more than 300 employees in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This position plays a key role in delivering dependable payroll processing, maintaining precise records, and serving as a reliable resource for employees, internal teams, and external partners. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and a commitment to improving payroll workflows and system performance. Responsibilities: • Manage end-to-end biweekly payroll processing for a multi-employee population, ensuring pay is delivered correctly and on schedule. • Investigate and resolve payroll issues such as deduction inconsistencies, payment errors, and off-cycle check requests with attention to detail and urgency. • Monitor payroll activities for adherence to tax regulations, benefit withholdings, and company policies related to compensation and time off. • Review employee payroll data, benefit elections, and supporting records through routine audits to maintain accuracy and compliance. • Maintain organized and current payroll documentation, including transaction records and employee-related payroll files. • Produce payroll-related reports that support verification, auditing, workforce analysis, and management decision-making. • Respond to payroll questions from employees and partner contacts, providing clear guidance and timely resolution to concerns. • Train new users on timekeeping and benefits platforms to promote a smooth onboarding experience and effective system usage. • Partner with the broader team to enhance payroll processes, support system updates and testing, and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reliability.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Somerset, NJ
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Temporary / Contract
33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for an organization in Somerset, New Jersey. This Contract position requires someone who can manage end-to-end payroll processing across multiple states while maintaining compliance and employee confidence. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with high-volume payroll environments and hands-on knowledge of UKG platforms. Responsibilities:• Process full-cycle payroll for a large employee population, ensuring wages, deductions, taxes, and adjustments are calculated correctly and delivered on schedule.• Administer payroll activity across multiple states while following applicable tax regulations, wage laws, and reporting requirements.• Use ADP Workforce Now, UKG Pro, and UKG Ready to enter, validate, reconcile, and maintain payroll data with a high level of accuracy.• Review timekeeping, earnings, garnishments, benefits, and other payroll inputs to identify discrepancies and resolve issues before payroll is finalized.• Prepare payroll reports, audit supporting records, and maintain documentation needed for internal controls and compliance reviews.• Respond to employee and management questions related to pay, deductions, and payroll records in a timely and courteous manner.• Partner with HR, finance, and related teams to ensure personnel changes, compensation updates, and tax information are reflected correctly in payroll systems
2026-09-18T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Summit, NJ
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Temporary / Contract
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations. This Contract position will manage end-to-end payroll processing across multiple states, helping ensure employees are paid correctly and in compliance with applicable regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with payroll systems, careful attention to detail, and the ability to handle complex payroll activity in a fast-paced environment. Payroll Specialist Responsibilities:• Process full-cycle payroll for employees, ensuring pay is calculated accurately and delivered on schedule.• Administer multi-state payroll activities while maintaining compliance with varying tax, wage, and reporting requirements.• Use ADP Workforce Now to manage payroll records, review payroll data, and support routine payroll administration.• Audit earnings, deductions, taxes, and time-related inputs to identify discrepancies and resolve issues before payroll is finalized.• Respond to employee and internal payroll inquiries by researching issues and providing clear, timely resolutions.• Maintain payroll documentation and records in accordance with company policies and regulatory standards.• Support payroll-related updates, adjustments, and reconciliations as needed to ensure data integrity and reporting accuracy.
2026-10-08T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Virginia Beach, VA
remote
Temporary to Hire
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support a nonprofit organization with accurate and timely payroll operations for a multi-state workforce. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for a detail-focused individual who can manage payroll processing, benefits-related coordination, and compliance activities in a mission-driven environment. The role requires strong payroll knowledge, comfort working with HR systems, and the ability to provide dependable support to employees and internal stakeholders. Responsibilities: • Process end-to-end biweekly payroll for approximately 190 employees while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and adherence to established deadlines. • Administer payroll activities for employees working in multiple states and ensure proper application of tax withholdings, wage laws, and related regulatory requirements. • Review payroll data, audit earnings and deductions, and resolve discrepancies before final submission to reduce errors and support smooth processing. • Coordinate benefit-related payroll changes such as deductions, enrollments, updates, and reconciliations to keep employee records current. • Maintain payroll records, reporting documentation, and supporting files in accordance with organizational standards and compliance expectations. • Partner with HR and internal stakeholders to address employee questions related to pay, deductions, time records, and benefits information. • Support system maintenance and process improvements within payroll platforms, including assisting with updates or changes when needed. • Prepare payroll reports and provide accurate data to leadership, finance, and other internal teams for planning and reconciliation purposes.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Hendersonville, NC
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are seeking an organized, dependable, and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist / HR Coordinator to support daily business operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This contract role combines office coordination, payroll administration, and human resources support, making it ideal for someone who can effectively manage administrative processes while also handling employee-facing responsibilities. The ideal candidate will play a key role in keeping the office running smoothly, supporting payroll functions, and helping maintain a well-organized and compliant workplace. Strong communication skills, the ability to multitask, and advanced Excel expertise are essential for success in this role. Based on general knowledge. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Coordinate and manage the onboarding process for new employees, ensuring all required documentation and setup steps are completed accurately and on time. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Process employee requisitions for temporary agencies, including entering and loading data into multiple systems and ensuring security badges are created and distributed. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Maintain OSHA logs and complete all required reporting for the North Carolina Department of Labor (NCDOL). Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Report and track workers’ compensation claims, including associated documentation, communication, and follow-up tasks. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Assist with benefits administration, including rolling over and setting up new benefit plans and managing the open enrollment process. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Post job openings on Indeed and other job boards as needed to support hiring efforts. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Support payroll-related activities and ensure accurate processing and recordkeeping. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Help maintain employee records, HR documentation, and administrative files in an organized and confidential manner. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Provide general office and HR coordination support to help ensure efficient day-to-day operations. Based on general knowledge.</li></ul>
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Jeffersontown, KY
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Temporary / Contract
22.8 - 26.4 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support a Contract assignment in Jeffersontown, Kentucky. This role will manage end-to-end payroll operations for a large employee population, ensuring timely and accurate pay across multiple states. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll expertise, hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now, and a careful approach to compliance and record accuracy. Responsibilities: • Process full-cycle payroll for a workforce of more than 500 employees while maintaining accuracy and meeting established deadlines. • Administer multi-state payroll activities, applying appropriate wage, tax, and deduction rules across jurisdictions. • Use ADP Workforce Now to enter, review, and validate payroll data, employee updates, and recurring changes. • Audit payroll registers, earnings, withholdings, and benefit deductions to identify and correct discrepancies before final submission. • Partner with HR, finance, and management to resolve payroll questions, investigate variances, and support employee pay inquiries. • Maintain payroll records and documentation in accordance with company standards and applicable regulatory requirements. • Support payroll-related reporting, reconciliations, and other operational tasks tied to ongoing payroll processing needs.
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Kansas City, MO
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a fast-paced, multi-entity environment in Kansas City, Missouri. This position plays an important role in ensuring employees are paid correctly each week while meeting certified payroll and prevailing wage obligations across active projects. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll processing experience, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work closely with operations and project stakeholders to resolve issues efficiently. Responsibilities: • Manage end-to-end weekly payroll processing for multiple business entities, ensuring each payroll cycle is completed accurately and on schedule. • Review imported time records, investigate discrepancies, and confirm hours, job assignments, and cost coding align with supporting totals before payroll is finalized. • Maintain payroll data such as earnings, deductions, benefit elections, garnishments, stipends, and pay differentials with a high level of precision. • Process special payroll transactions, including manual payments, off-cycle runs, and adjustments needed to correct prior payroll issues. • Prepare and submit certified payroll documentation, including WH-347 and related state forms, in accordance with Davis-Bacon and prevailing wage requirements. • Verify proper wage rates, fringe allocations, and labor classifications based on project specifications and jurisdictional rules. • Support labor compliance reporting through AASHTOWare and other required agency or contractor portals, and provide documentation during audits or inquiries. • Perform regular payroll reconciliations to validate changes in pay rates, hours, deductions, taxes, and related liabilities against source records and control reports. • Maintain accurate employee, project, rate, and deduction records across payroll and operational systems, while contributing to process documentation as additional entities are brought into shared service workflows.
2026-10-08T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Bolingbrook, IL
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Temporary / Contract
40 - 45 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a workforce in Bolingbrook, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings strong Paychex expertise, thrives in a detail-driven environment, and can manage multiple payroll schedules with confidence. The role focuses on full-cycle payroll processing across salaried and plant employee groups while maintaining compliance and precision in every pay cycle. Responsibilities: • Process end-to-end payroll accurately for employees across different pay groups, including biweekly salaried staff and weekly plant teams. • Manage payroll activities within Paychex, ensuring employee records, earnings, deductions, and tax details are maintained correctly. • Review payroll data for completeness and accuracy, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues before payroll is finalized. • Support a highly manual payroll environment by organizing payroll inputs, validating calculations, and maintaining strong documentation. • Administer payroll for a multi-state employee population while following applicable wage, tax, and reporting requirements. • Coordinate with internal teams to gather timekeeping and compensation information needed for timely payroll submission. • Produce payroll-related reports and assist with audits, reconciliations, and other recordkeeping requirements. • Contribute to payroll process continuity and support system-related payroll activities as needed within the department.
2026-10-07T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Minneapolis, MN
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join a manufacturing organization in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In this role, you will manage payroll activities for a workforce of more than 100 employees across U.S. and international operations while also providing administrative support to key human resources programs. This position is ideal for someone who can balance accuracy, confidentiality, and service as they support payroll processing, employee lifecycle tasks, benefits administration, and day-to-day HR coordination. Responsibilities:• Administer bi-monthly payroll for U.S. employees and coordinate with an external provider to ensure accurate pay processing for staff.• Maintain employee payroll data, including compensation updates, deductions, garnishments, benefit elections, new employee entries, and employer contributions to support compliant and accurate payroll records.• Research payroll discrepancies, respond to employee questions, and resolve issues in a timely manner.• Prepare recurring and ad hoc payroll reports for internal review and recordkeeping.• Support employee onboarding and separation activities by handling documentation, updating systems, verifying employment details, and establishing payroll records.• Assist with HR compliance activities and audits related to retirement plans, workers' compensation, and other required reporting.• Oversee benefit-related vendor administration for medical, dental, vision, and life plans, including invoice review and reconciliation as needed.• Provide administrative support for recruiting and internal operations by helping post openings, coordinate interviews, arrange meetings, prepare non-disclosure agreements, and assist with employee events and service award tracking.• Contribute to annual benefits enrollment activities by helping organize materials, answer routine questions, and support process coordination. This is an onsite role, with onsite parking available. 4+ years of full cycle payroll processing in ADP is required. Beginning pay for this opportunity is $60-75k, depending upon qualifications. Benefits are offered including health, dental, 401k, and PTO. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly for consideration.
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Boise, ID
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are continuing to look for an experienced Payroll Specialists to help assist local clients with their ongoing needs on a contract basis. The ideal candidate is someone who has experience for managing a company's payroll system, ensuring that all employees are paid accurately and on time. If you have a strong background in payroll administration and are looking for a dynamic work environment, we would love to speak with you. Key ResponsibilitiesProcessing payroll for employees in the company, including checks and transfers.Updating employee payroll records as necessary, including changes in salary, benefits, tax withholdings and more.Working closely with the Human Resources department to ensure accurate employee data.Resolving payroll discrepancies through information collection and analysis.Preparing and maintaining accurate reports and records of payroll transactions.Ensuring compliance with state and federal tax laws and standards.Addressing employee queries relating to payroll issues.Implementing payroll best practices.
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Chehalis, WA
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Temporary / Contract
31.6635 - 36.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a large employee population in Chehalis, Washington. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage end-to-end payroll processing across multiple states while maintaining compliance with company policies and applicable regulations. The role requires strong attention to detail, confidence working with ADP Workforce Now, and the ability to resolve payroll issues with professionalism and efficiency. Responsibilities: • Process full-cycle payroll for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring each payroll run is completed accurately and on schedule. • Administer multi-state payroll activities, applying state-specific wage, tax, and reporting requirements correctly. • Maintain and update employee payroll records in ADP Workforce Now, including earnings, deductions, taxes, and other payroll-related changes. • Review payroll data for discrepancies, investigate variances, and correct issues before final submission. • Coordinate with HR, finance, and management to gather needed payroll information and ensure alignment across departments. • Respond to employee questions related to pay, deductions, tax withholdings, and payroll adjustments in a timely manner. • Prepare payroll reports, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for internal review and audit needs. • Support payroll process improvements and assist with system-related updates or changes when needed.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Burlingame, CA
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Temporary / Contract
40 - 50 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a talented Payroll Specialist with hands-on experience processing payroll for 200+ employees and proficiency across ADP, Workday, and QuickBooks. This opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes ownership of the full payroll cycle, and enjoys solving problems while delivering an exceptional employee experience.If you are a payroll professional who values accuracy, efficiency, confidentiality, and continuous improvement, this is an opportunity to showcase your skills and grow with the organization.What You'll DoFull-Cycle Payroll Processing<ul><li>Process end-to-end payroll for a workforce of 200+ employees, ensuring accurate and timely payroll delivery.</li><li>Review and validate employee timecards, timesheets, overtime, PTO, bonuses, commissions, deductions, and other payroll adjustments.</li><li>Audit payroll entries and resolve discrepancies before payroll submission.</li><li>Reconcile payroll registers, earnings, deductions, taxes, and other payroll-related accounts.</li><li>Maintain accurate employee payroll records and ensure payroll changes are properly documented.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll questions and resolve discrepancies in a timely, professional manner.</li></ul>Payroll Systems & Reporting<ul><li>Utilize ADP, Workday, and QuickBooks to process payroll, maintain employee information, and generate payroll reports.</li><li>Review payroll data across systems to ensure accuracy and consistency.</li><li>Prepare payroll reports, maintain supporting documentation, and assist with payroll-related reconciliations.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline payroll workflows, improve data integrity, and increase processing efficiency.</li></ul>Payroll Systems & Reporting<ul><li>Utilize ADP, Workday, and QuickBooks to process payroll, maintain employee information, and generate payroll reports.</li><li>Review payroll data across systems to ensure accuracy and consistency.</li><li>Prepare payroll reports, maintain supporting documentation, and assist with payroll-related reconciliations.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline payroll workflows, improve data integrity, and increase processing efficiency.</li></ul>Compliance & Benefits Administration<ul><li>Ensure payroll is processed in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.</li><li>Maintain compliance with wage and hour requirements, payroll tax regulations, and company policies.</li><li>Support payroll tax filings, quarterly and year-end reporting, W-2 preparation, and payroll audits.</li><li>Assist with benefits-related payroll deductions, including medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, and other employee benefits.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee compensation, tax, and personal information.</li></ul>
2026-10-12T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Mountain View, CA
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Temporary / Contract
32 - 42 USD / Hourly
Primary Responsibilities<ul><li>Process payroll on a regular schedule using Workday.</li><li>Maintain payroll records including deductions, taxes, and direct deposit changes.</li><li>Review payroll data for accuracy and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll questions.</li><li>Support payroll tax filings, audits, and year-end reporting.</li><li>Ensure compliance with payroll laws and internal policies.</li></ul>
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Sacramento, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
30 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to support a high-volume healthcare organization in San Ramon, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a payroll specialist with strong attention to detail who can independently assess payroll issues, investigate discrepancies, and help drive timely resolution in a fast-moving environment. The role requires strong analytical judgment, deep functional payroll knowledge, and the ability to work across systems, stakeholders, and testing activities with accuracy and urgency. Responsibilities: • Investigate payroll defects across Workday Payroll and related enterprise applications, document findings, and help move issues through to closure. • Support future-state tenant activities, data conversion efforts, and catch-up payroll transactions while partnering with impacted teams to resolve payroll data issues. • Review payroll outcomes during parallel testing, reconcile variances, determine root causes, and recommend appropriate corrective actions. • Manage defect intake by assessing severity, setting priorities, assigning next steps, and escalating critical risks or blockers when needed. • Coordinate testing efforts by organizing plans, timelines, execution steps, and issue follow-up across multiple systems and business workstreams. • Work with internal partners and external vendors to validate and resolve integration-related issues affecting inbound and outbound payroll data flows. • Confirm that fixes are successful by coordinating retesting activities and validating that corrective actions fully address identified problems. • Track testing results and defect patterns to identify recurring concerns, highlight emerging risks, and provide actionable updates to project leadership. • Prepare reports, dashboards, and summary materials that communicate defect status, testing progress, key decisions, and outstanding follow-up items. • Maintain complete documentation of test results, issue histories, resolutions, and lessons learned to support future testing cycles and continuous improvement.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Tucson, AZ
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Temporary / Contract
22 - 28 USD / Hourly
Our client, a non-profit organization, is in need for a contract-to-hire Payroll Specialist to join their team! This role involves processing payroll for a multi-state workforce and ensuring accuracy and compliance for over 1,500 employees (you will be on a team of 4). If you are detail-oriented and experienced in full cycle payroll, we encourage you to apply today! Responsibilities:• Process full cycle payroll for a multi-state workforce, ensuring accuracy and compliance.• Utilize ADP to manage payroll operations efficiently.• Maintain accurate records and prepare payroll reports for internal and external stakeholders.• Ensure timely and accurate payment to over 500 employees, adhering to all relevant regulations.• Address payroll-related inquiries and resolve discrepancies promptly.• Stay updated on payroll laws and regulations to ensure compliance.• Collaborate with HR and finance teams to streamline payroll processes.• Assist with audits by providing necessary payroll documentation and reports.• Identify areas for improvement within payroll systems and implement best practices.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Lisle, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is looking for a detail-oriented Sr. Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a client in Lisle, Illinois. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, handles sensitive information with discretion, and brings strong experience in multi-state payroll administration. The position also supports corporate card programs and works closely with payroll, human resources, and finance teams to keep processes accurate, compliant, and on schedule. Responsibilities:• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for a large employee population, ensuring timely and accurate completion of each pay cycle.• Prepare payroll-related cash activity and general ledger support, and verify figures before final submission.• Coordinate payroll activities across multiple employee groups, including salaried, hourly, and union populations.• Review employee setup details such as tax withholding and direct deposit information to confirm records are complete and correct.• Examine payroll calculations, accrual balances, and final payments for departing employees to ensure proper payout amounts.• Process special payroll runs when needed, following established approval procedures and documentation standards.• Administer multi-state tax withholdings and wage garnishments in compliance with applicable regulations.• Partner with internal teams and external tax service providers to address tax notices, reporting questions, and year-end form balancing.• Manage the company travel card and purchasing card programs, including monthly audits, approval review, and employee issue resolution.• Contribute to reporting, reconciliations, and other special assignments that support payroll and accounts payable functions.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Campbell Hall, NY
onsite
Temporary / Contract
30 - 40 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join the team in Campbell Hall, NY on a Contract basis. This role is ideal for someone who can independently oversee payroll activities, provide reliable day-to-day support, and help maintain accuracy in a fast-moving environment. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to both routine payroll operations and key process-related initiatives during a period of organizational growth. Responsibilities:• Administer end-to-end weekly payroll for approximately 100 to 150 employees, with a strong focus on hourly team members and accurate, timely pay processing.• Manage payroll-related employee transactions, including employee setup, pay updates, deductions, and ongoing maintenance of payroll records.• Act as the primary point of contact for payroll questions, resolving issues promptly and providing dependable support across the organization.• Maintain payroll operations with minimal oversight, ensuring compliance with internal procedures and established deadlines.• Partner with internal stakeholders to support payroll system conversion efforts, including validation, testing, and implementation activities.• Work closely with project leadership and external partners to help ensure a smooth transition to ADP Workforce Now.• Review payroll data for accuracy, reconcile discrepancies, and address inconsistencies before final submission.• Contribute to broader payroll process improvements as the organization expands and refines its payroll function.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

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