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Payroll/HR Specialist

Truckee, California
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 33 USD / Hourly
Robert Half Contract Finance and Accounting is looking for a Payroll/HR Specialist to support both people operations and payroll administration for a growing organization in California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing employee support with accurate payroll execution in a hands-on environment. The role will contribute across the full employee lifecycle while helping maintain reliable records, timekeeping accuracy, and consistent pay practices. Responsibilities:• Manage a blended workload across human resources and payroll functions, providing day-to-day support in both areas.• Process biweekly payroll for the workforce, ensuring pay data is complete, accurate, and submitted on schedule.• Audit employee time records in the timekeeping system and follow up on discrepancies before payroll is finalized.• Coordinate onboarding and separation activities, including paperwork, system updates, and employee documentation.• Maintain personnel files, compensation information, and benefits-related records with a high level of accuracy.• Use Excel, Word, and related tools to track HR and payroll information, reconcile data, and prepare supporting documentation.• Work with supervisors and project leaders to confirm approved timesheets and resolve payroll-related questions.• Support HR administration such as orientation for new employees, employee record maintenance, and termination processing.• Assist with payroll and HR process improvements, including contributing to the rollout of updated systems that connect with accounting platforms. If interested please apply today and for immediate consideration call Keisha at 775-828-0969
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Payroll And Human Resources Specialist

Albany, New York
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Permanent / Full Time
58000 - 68000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll and Human Resources Specialist to join a well-established organization in Albany, New York. This permanent position blends payroll administration with core human resources support, making it a strong fit for someone who is highly organized, detail-focused, and comfortable handling sensitive employee information. The role will contribute to accurate payroll processing, benefits coordination, employee record management, and day-to-day HR operations while helping the organization maintain compliance and a positive employee experience. Responsibilities: • Manage biweekly payroll activities from start to finish, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule. • Examine time entries, compensation updates, deductions, and related payroll data to identify and correct discrepancies before processing. • Address employee payroll inquiries promptly and work through pay-related issues with professionalism and accuracy. • Partner with finance and accounting contacts to align payroll information, reporting, and related documentation. • Maintain complete payroll files and support compliance with applicable wage, tax, and recordkeeping requirements. • Oversee onboarding and separation tasks, including employee documentation and updates to personnel records. • Coordinate benefit enrollment activities, status changes, and employee communications related to available plans. • Assist with hiring support such as scheduling interviews, communicating with candidates, and preparing HR paperwork. • Provide guidance on workplace policies and procedures while supporting employee relations matters with discretion. • Prepare HR reports, assist with audits, and contribute to ongoing administrative or compliance-focused projects.
2026-09-16T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Emigsville, Pennsylvania
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Temporary / Contract
24 - 28 USD / Hourly
Because every great company needs someone who can make payday happen!Are you the person who catches the one number that's out of place? Do spreadsheets make you smile? Does balancing details and deadlines sound like your kind of challenge? If so, we want to meet you!We're looking for a Payroll Specialist who can keep payroll running smoothly, accurately, and on time. In this role, you'll be the behind-the-scenes hero ensuring employees get paid correctly while supporting a collaborative and friendly team environment. Why You'll Love It Here✅ Competitive pay and benefits✅ Supportive team culture✅ Stable and growing organization✅ Opportunity to learn and develop new skills✅ A role where your work truly matters every payday What You'll Be Doing<ul><li>Process payroll for employees with a high level of accuracy</li><li>Review and verify timesheets, earnings, deductions, and payroll changes</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records and update information as needed</li><li>Respond to payroll-related questions and provide excellent customer service</li><li>Reconcile payroll data and assist with reporting activities</li><li>Support compliance with payroll policies, procedures, and regulations</li><li>Assist with audits, year-end processing, and special payroll projects</li><li>Partner with HR and Accounting to ensure accurate employee information</li></ul>
2026-09-10T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Somerset, New Jersey
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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

Lebanon, Pennsylvania
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Temporary / Contract
22 - 24 USD / Hourly
Join a team where accuracy, organization, and attention to detail make a direct impact!We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to oversee payroll processing and support employee compensation activities. This role is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate payroll administration, maintaining payroll records, responding to employee inquiries, and supporting compliance with company policies and payroll regulations. Why Join Us?:• Competitive compensation and benefits package.• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement.• Collaborative and supportive team environment.• Stable organization with a commitment to employee success. Responsibilities:• Process weekly, biweekly, or semi-monthly payroll for employees.• Review and validate timesheets, payroll changes, deductions, and benefit elections.• Ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, bonuses, commissions, and other compensation.• Maintain employee payroll records and update information as needed.• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries.• Process garnishments, tax withholdings, direct deposits, and other payroll deductions.• Reconcile payroll reports and assist with month-end reporting activities.• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.• Prepare payroll-related reports for management, audits, and internal departments.• Partner with Human Resources and Accounting to support employee onboarding, terminations, and payroll changes.• Assist with payroll process improvements and system updates.
2026-09-18T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Indianapolis, Indiana
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a large, multi-location workforce in Indianapolis, Indiana. This role is responsible for managing recurring payroll cycles, reviewing employee data changes, and ensuring reporting is completed after each pay run. The ideal candidate is responsive, detail-oriented, and confident handling payroll questions from both employees and leadership. Responsibilities: • Administer biweekly payroll processing and additional off-cycle payments for a workforce of over 1,000 employees, ensuring each run is completed accurately and on schedule. • Complete post-payroll reporting after each transmission and confirm required payroll records are properly prepared and shared. • Deliver payroll reports to leaders across multiple store locations to support visibility into pay activity and related updates. • Coordinate with management on a regular basis to address timekeeping issues, missed entries, and outstanding time-off approvals before payroll deadlines. • Create payroll-related reports for executive leadership, general managers, and accounting stakeholders to support business oversight and decision-making. • Review and validate new employee setup information in the payroll system to help maintain accurate records from the start of employment. • Process employee separations in the payroll system and ensure final pay is handled in accordance with established procedures. • Respond promptly to payroll inquiries from employees and managers, researching discrepancies and resolving issues with professionalism and accuracy.
2026-09-08T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Dallas, Texas
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Temporary / Contract
29 - 31 USD / Hourly
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Payroll Specialist to join their team. This role is responsible for processing payroll accurately and on time, maintaining payroll records, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and supporting employees with payroll-related questions. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, excellent organizational abilities, and experience working with payroll systems.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process multi-state payroll for employees accurately and on schedule</li><li>Review and audit timekeeping records for completeness and accuracy</li><li>Maintain payroll records, deductions, garnishments, benefits, and tax withholdings</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner</li><li>Coordinate with Human Resources and Accounting teams regarding employee changes, compensation updates, and benefits deductions</li><li>Respond to employee inquiries related to pay, taxes, deductions, and direct deposit</li><li>Assist with year-end processing, including W-2 preparation and payroll reconciliations</li><li>Support payroll system updates, reporting, and process improvements</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee and payroll information</li></ul>
2026-09-21T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Boise, Idaho
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Temporary / Contract
23 - 26 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.
2026-09-11T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Palatine, Illinois
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $100,000 - $110,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]. Job Description:· Assist in processing the full payroll cycle for all entities including data input, transmission, auditing, reporting, balancing, and reconciliation.· Prepare regular reports such as quarterly 401k matching, benefit billing summaries, and overtime· Manage state-specific tax/insurance reporting and billing.· Partner with internal Tax and Accounting departments for payroll account and G/L reconciliations, and regular reporting· Provide information to third-parties including vendors and audit teams· Answer manager and employee questions, and resolve payroll issues· Maintain employee payroll files
2026-09-09T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Minneapolis, Minnesota
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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

Concord, California
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Temporary to Hire
32 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a reliable Payroll Specialist to join a stone, glass, and concrete manufacturing organization in Concord, California. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who can oversee weekly payroll with precision while also supporting core human resources activities. The position plays an important role in maintaining accurate employee records, coordinating benefit and leave administration, and helping the HR team stay aligned with compliance requirements in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Manage end-to-end weekly payroll processing for employees, ensuring wages, deductions, and adjustments are completed accurately and on schedule. • Verify payroll data by reviewing hours, taxes, benefit withholdings, retirement contributions, and other earnings or deduction entries before each pay cycle is finalized. • Prepare and submit required payroll tax payments and related filings, and administer wage garnishments and other mandatory deductions. • Investigate payroll issues, respond to employee questions, and resolve discrepancies through careful research and documentation. • Maintain secure payroll files and support reporting and reconciliation activities to help ensure clean and accurate records. • Assist with benefits administration by reconciling insurance invoices, updating enrollment information, and coordinating with carriers when issues arise. • Track leave activity and maintain organized documentation for absences and employee support matters tied to payroll and benefits. • Support human resources operations by preparing employment documentation, coordinating interviews, assisting with onboarding, and maintaining personnel records. • Monitor employment eligibility documentation, help conduct periodic audits, and contribute to HR compliance efforts while protecting confidential employee information.
2026-09-21T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Concord, California
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 37 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support a long-term contract assignment in Contra Costa County. This role focuses on payroll and timekeeping functions in a healthcare setting, including reviewing time records, validating hours worked, auditing time results, and making adjustments based on documented rules and policies. The ideal candidate will help ensure accurate payroll processing for hourly employees while working closely with internal teams to resolve discrepancies and maintain accurate records. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Support payroll and timekeeping functions for large company </li><li>Review, audit, and validate time records and hours worked</li><li>Make adjustments based on documented payroll and timekeeping rules</li><li>Use Excel for data review, reporting, and analysis</li></ul>
2026-09-21T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Oakland, California
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
Payroll SpecialistAre you a detail-oriented payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Robert Half is seeking a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our client’s team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, maintaining compliance with payroll regulations, and supporting employees with payroll-related inquiries.
2026-09-25T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Piscataway, New Jersey
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Part Time Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a company in the North Brunswick, New Jersey area. This position will focus on accurate wage processing and payroll administration. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll expertise, a solid understanding of New Jersey payroll practices, and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Process end-to-end payroll activities with a high level of accuracy and timeliness for employee populations that include certified payroll workers.• Prepare and submit certified payroll records.• Administer payroll for prevailing wage assignments and verify that wage rates and related documentation align with job-specific requirements.• Ensure payroll practices remain aligned with New Jersey regulations and other applicable payroll requirements.• Review payroll data in Workday, troubleshoot discrepancies, and resolve issues before final processing.• Collaborate with internal teams to confirm hours, earnings, classifications, and other payroll inputs needed for accurate payment.
2026-09-25T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Canton, Ohio
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a large manufacturing workforce in Canton, Ohio. This Long-term Contract position will manage end-to-end payroll activities for approximately 1,500 employees, including union and non-union populations across hourly and salaried pay groups. The role requires strong attention to detail, accuracy in multi-state payroll processing, and the ability to work effectively with bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll schedules. Responsibilities: • Process complete payroll cycles for approximately 1,500 employees, ensuring accurate and timely pay for hourly and salaried team members. • Administer payroll for union and non-union employee groups while applying contract terms, payroll rules, and company policies correctly. • Manage multi-state payroll activities and verify compliance with applicable wage, tax, and regulatory requirements. • Review timekeeping records, earnings, deductions, garnishments, and tax withholdings to resolve discrepancies before payroll submission. • Coordinate bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll runs and perform audits to maintain payroll accuracy and data integrity. • Use payroll and timekeeping systems such as UKG Ready, Kronos, and SAP to maintain employee payroll records and support payroll processing. • Prepare payroll reports, reconcile payroll data, and assist with inquiries from employees, managers, and internal stakeholders. • Support payroll-related system updates or process changes as needed while helping maintain continuity in day-to-day payroll operations.
2026-08-31T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Newport, Rhode Island
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to manage end-to-end payroll operations for our client in Newport, Rhode Island. This position plays a key role in ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time while maintaining accurate records and supporting regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll knowledge, careful attention to detail, and hands-on experience working with ADP Workforce Now. Responsibilities:• Manage the complete weekly payroll cycle, ensuring all payments are processed accurately and within established deadlines.• Examine timesheets, attendance details, and payroll entries to verify accuracy before finalizing each payroll run.• Compute employee compensation elements such as regular earnings, overtime, shift premiums, incentive pay, and other variable payments.• Apply required withholdings and deductions, including taxes, benefit contributions, and garnishment orders, with a high degree of accuracy.• Maintain organized payroll records and confirm that all payroll activity is properly approved, supported, and recorded.• Uphold compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including wage and hour requirements across multiple jurisdictions.• Complete payroll tax-related activities, including filings, remittances, and related reconciliations in line with applicable deadlines.• Assist with year-end payroll tasks such as wage statement preparation, account balancing, and issue resolution.• Produce payroll reports, reconciliations, and audit support materials for Human Resources, Finance, and external reviewers
2026-09-16T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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Temporary to Hire
32 - 35 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is looking for a Payroll Specialist opportunity to join a healthcare organization based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on a contract basis with the potential for long-term. This Payroll Specialist position focuses on delivering accurate and timely payroll support while serving as a dependable resource for employees and internal stakeholders. The Payroll Specialist ideal candidate brings strong payroll experience, attention to detail, and the ability to manage high-volume processing in a fast-paced environment. Click the apply button today and become integral part of a team. If you have any questions, please contact Robert Half at 215.568.4580 and mention job reference #03720-0013510536. As a Payroll Specialist your responsibilities will include but are not limited to• Process bi-weekly payroll accurately and on schedule for a large employee population across multiple states. • Serve as a key point of coordination between the payroll function and organizational stakeholders to support smooth communication and issue resolution. • Maintain payroll files and related documentation with a high level of accuracy, organization, and confidentiality. • Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions, tax withholdings, and direct deposit matters in a timely and attentive manner. • Enter and update W-4 information and direct deposit changes within the payroll system while ensuring data accuracy. • Perform consistent data entry and payroll record updates to support day-to-day payroll operations. • Review payroll information for completeness and identify discrepancies before final processing. • Assist with payroll-related administrative tasks and support ongoing operational needs as assigned. Click the apply button today and become integral part of a team. If you have any questions, please contact Robert Half at 215.568.4580 and mention job reference #03720-0013510536.
2026-09-21T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Memphis, Tennessee
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Permanent / Full Time
52000 - 62000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations in Memphis, Tennessee. In this role, you will help manage recurring payroll activities, resolve payment-related issues, and ensure employee records are maintained with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll knowledge, a service-focused mindset, and the ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities: • Manage weekly and semi-monthly payroll activities by reviewing time, pay, and deduction data to confirm accuracy before processing deadlines. • Perform audit checks before and after payroll runs, correct routine variances, and elevate complex discrepancies that could affect compliance or timeliness. • Enter and update payroll-related changes such as direct deposit details, tax elections, deductions, employee updates, transfers, and authorized supplemental payments. • Examine timecards and payroll reports for incomplete or conflicting information and coordinate with managers, employees, Human Resources, and internal partners to secure corrections promptly. • Address day-to-day payroll inquiries with professionalism, document research and actions taken, and monitor issues through final resolution. • Support exception processing by handling off-cycle checks, reversals, voids, stop payments, and overpayment reviews in line with approval guidelines. • Maintain organized payroll files, audit documentation, and tracking records while safeguarding sensitive employee information. • Apply federal, state, local, and company payroll requirements consistently and report unusual transactions or potential compliance concerns as they arise. • Contribute to team effectiveness by participating in training, cross-functional support, workload balancing, and improvement efforts that strengthen payroll accuracy and service. • Identify repeated issues or unclear procedures and recommend practical changes that improve efficiency, consistency, and employee support.
2026-09-10T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Coppell, Texas
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Temporary / Contract
26 - 34 USD / Hourly
<ul><li>Process weekly, biweekly, or semi-monthly payroll</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records</li><li>Process deductions, garnishments, and benefit changes</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports</li><li>Ensure compliance with payroll regulations</li><li>Resolve payroll discrepancies</li></ul>
2026-09-21T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Downers Grove, Illinois
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Temporary to Hire
29.6875 - 34.375 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our team in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position supports accurate semi-monthly payroll processing across a multi-state workforce while also contributing to select accounting activities. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll compliance knowledge, a service-focused mindset, and the ability to manage sensitive information with accuracy and care. Responsibilities:• Review timekeeping records submitted by multiple locations, validate accuracy, and coordinate with managers to correct missing or inconsistent entries before payroll is finalized.• Administer semi-monthly payroll for salaried, hourly, and commission-based employees in a high-volume, multi-state environment using ADP Workforce Now or a comparable payroll platform.• Apply and maintain correct withholdings and deductions, including federal, state, and local taxes, benefit elections, wage garnishments, and other payroll-related adjustments.• Investigate payroll variances, reconcile payroll-related accounts, and resolve issues that affect employee pay or payroll balancing.• Respond to employee questions related to earnings, deductions, direct deposit, accruals, and payroll transactions in a timely and attentive manner.• Manage garnishment activity from setup through ongoing processing, while communicating required information to employees, agencies, and internal stakeholders.• Research tax registration requirements in new jurisdictions and gather documentation needed to establish employer payroll tax accounts.• Partner with government agencies and internal teams to resolve payroll tax discrepancies, support filings, and help maintain compliance with applicable laws and regulations.• Generate payroll and accounting reports, complete employment verification requests, and assist with general accounting tasks such as accounts payable support and reconciliations as needed. The salary range for this position is $27/hr to $31.25/hr. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Portland, Oregon
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Temporary to Hire
29 - 32 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join one of our clients based in Portland, Oregon in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, brings strong attention to detail, and can manage complex payroll activity across multiple states with confidence. The role supports a sizable employee population and requires a proactive, detail-focused individual who can balance accuracy, responsiveness, and excellent service. Responsibilities:• Process end-to-end payroll for a designated group of employees while maintaining accuracy and timeliness.• Administer payroll across numerous U.S. states, researching state-specific rules as needed to resolve pay questions and ensure compliance.• Review earnings such as hourly pay, salaries, commissions, and bonus payments, verifying calculations and investigating discrepancies before finalizing payroll.• Track payroll exceptions, follow up on outstanding items, and maintain organized records in a high-volume environment.• Provide responsive support to employees and internal stakeholders by addressing payroll inquiries with care and courtesy.• Adapt to unique payroll scenarios and varied processing requirements, applying sound judgment when standard procedures do not fully apply.
2026-09-22T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Santa Rosa, California
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Permanent / Full Time
37 - 40 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support weekly payroll operations for a construction-focused organization in Santa Rosa, California. This role works closely with the payroll team to help ensure accurate employee pay, maintain payroll records, and address discrepancies in a timely manner. The ideal candidate brings hands-on payroll experience, understands union payroll practices, and can manage multiple deadlines while contributing to a cooperative team environment. Responsibilities: • Support weekly payroll processing by reviewing time records, preparing payroll data, and helping finalize pay runs with a high degree of accuracy. • Examine timecard and change reports, identify inconsistencies, and confirm information is correct before entering or uploading it into payroll systems. • Assist with certified payroll activities and help maintain compliance with union agreements and payroll-related regulations. • Process electronic wage payments and help ensure transactions are completed on schedule. • Partner with field supervisors and internal team members to investigate payroll questions and resolve timekeeping or pay discrepancies promptly. • Provide backup coverage for essential payroll tasks, including union reporting and other time-sensitive payroll functions. • Maintain organized payroll documentation and records to support audits, reporting needs, and internal controls. • Contribute to process improvement efforts by assisting payroll leadership with initiatives that increase efficiency and accuracy.
2026-09-09T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Concord, California
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Temporary / Contract
28.5 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support a long-term contract assignment in Contra Costa County. This role focuses on payroll and timekeeping functions including reviewing time records, validating hours worked, auditing time results, and making adjustments based on documented rules and policies. The ideal candidate will help ensure accurate payroll processing for hourly employees while working closely with internal teams to resolve discrepancies and maintain accurate records Payroll Representative is responsible for performing daily timekeeping and payroll tasks to support the organization’s workforce and payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing in compliance with state and federal requirements Duties:<ul><li>Support payroll and timekeeping functions for large company</li><li>Review, audit, and validate time records and hours worked</li><li>Make adjustments based on documented payroll and timekeeping rules</li><li>Use Excel for data review, reporting, and analysis</li></ul>
2026-09-21T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Martinez, California
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
Job Posting: Payroll SpecialistEmployment Type: Contract to Hire About the Role Robert Half is partnering with a dynamic and growing organization to find an experienced Payroll Specialist. 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. Key Responsibilities<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>
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Walnut Creek, California
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
Payroll SpecialistContract-to-Hire OpportunityAbout the RoleRobert Half is partnering with a well-established construction company seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their team. This role will be responsible for processing payroll for field and office employees while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely payment. The ideal candidate will have experience handling high-volume payroll in a construction or project-based environment and be comfortable working with multiple pay rates, certified payroll, prevailing wage requirements, and union payroll where applicable. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process weekly and biweekly payroll for field and office employees accurately and on time.</li><li>Maintain payroll records, including new hires, terminations, wage changes, deductions, garnishments, and benefit elections.</li><li>Review and reconcile payroll registers, labor reports, and payroll-related general ledger accounts.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including prevailing wage and certified payroll requirements when applicable.</li><li>Process and audit employee timecards and labor allocations for job costing purposes.</li><li>Prepare certified payroll reports and supporting documentation for public works projects.</li><li>Coordinate with HR and project teams to ensure accurate employee and project information is reflected in payroll.</li><li>Assist with payroll tax reporting, year-end processing, W-2s, and other payroll-related filings.</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, benefits, and payroll discrepancies.</li><li>Support payroll audits and maintain accurate payroll documentation.</li></ul>
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z