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Payroll Specialist

Boca Raton, FL
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Temporary / Contract
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a Contract position based in Boca Raton, Florida. This role is responsible for delivering accurate and timely payroll processing, addressing employee pay-related questions, and helping maintain compliance across a multi-state environment. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, sound judgment, and the professionalism needed to work effectively with employees, facility contacts, and leadership. Responsibilities: • Process recurring payroll cycles accurately and on schedule for assigned employee groups. • Investigate payroll questions and work directly with facility teams to resolve discrepancies involving pay, deductions, taxes, or employee records. • Review payroll data, validate adjustments, and reconcile balances before final submission. • Enter and confirm compensation changes, special earnings, and other payroll updates with a high degree of accuracy. • Prepare off-cycle, periodic, and requested check payments, including pay period, monthly, and quarterly requests as needed. • Generate and distribute payroll checks and related notifications in accordance with location-specific requirements. • Support the handling of garnishments, tax levies, and child support orders to help ensure timely and accurate processing. • Maintain organized payroll records by filing supporting documentation in employee files and payroll folders. • Partner with the Payroll Supervisor on complex tax, processing, reporting, or system-related issues and contribute to special projects as assigned.
2026-08-04T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Kensington, MD
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Temporary to Hire
26.125 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a large employee population. This opportunity is ideal for someone who is confident managing end-to-end payroll activities across multiple states and ensuring compliance with applicable payroll regulations. The role requires strong attention to detail, hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now, and the ability to maintain a consistent, high-quality payroll process in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Process complete payroll cycles for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and proper documentation.• Administer payroll for employees working in multiple states while applying relevant tax, wage, and compliance requirements.• Use ADP Workforce Now to enter, review, and validate payroll data, including earnings, deductions, adjustments, and employee updates.• Audit payroll information before final submission to identify discrepancies and resolve issues that could affect employee pay.• Partner with internal teams to address payroll questions, research exceptions, and provide clear resolution to payroll-related concerns.• Maintain payroll records and reporting to support compliance, reconciliations, and internal review needs.• Monitor payroll practices and assist with process updates or system-related changes when needed as part of ongoing operations.
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Southport, CT
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 35 USD / Hourly
Payroll SpecialistLocation: Stamford/Norwalk areaWork Arrangement: OnsiteJob SummaryWe are hiring a CONTRACT (possibly Contract to hire) Payroll Specialist to support payroll processing, employee record maintenance, and payroll-related compliance activities. This role is responsible for helping ensure timely and accurate payroll while responding to employee inquiries and supporting reporting needs. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, discreet, and able to manage confidential information professionally.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process payroll and review payroll data for accuracy</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records and updates</li><li>Assist with timekeeping review and payroll adjustments</li><li>Respond to employee questions related to payroll</li><li>Support payroll reconciliations and reporting</li><li>Help ensure compliance with internal policies and payroll procedures</li><li>Coordinate with internal teams on payroll-related matters</li><li>Assist with audits and year-end payroll activities</li></ul>
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Rockford, MI
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Temporary / Contract
26 - 32 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a well-known organization on a Contract, potential contract to permanent basis in Rockford, Michigan. This position focuses on delivering accurate weekly payroll for a large employee population while supporting employee lifecycle activities and benefits-related coordination. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound knowledge of payroll practices, and the ability to work effectively with HR and accounting partners. Responsibilities:• Administer weekly payroll for more than 500 employees, ensuring each cycle is completed accurately and on schedule.• Update payroll records to reflect hires, separations, pay adjustments, bonuses, and benefit or deduction changes.• Verify payroll activity against company guidelines and applicable wage and hour requirements to maintain compliance.• Investigate and resolve payroll questions, discrepancies, and record issues in a timely and thorough manner.• Support onboarding and offboarding tasks by coordinating employee documentation and maintaining accurate system information.• Assist with benefits administration and respond to employee inquiries related to pay, deductions, and available benefit programs.• Work closely with human resources and accounting teams to confirm employee data integrity and support payroll reporting needs.• Contribute to payroll audits, recurring reports, and special projects that improve payroll operations and accuracy.
2026-08-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Indianapolis, IN
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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.
2026-07-31T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Tonawanda, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half Permanent Placement is partnering with a modern construction company in the Buffalo, NY area on their search for a skilled Payroll Coordinator. In this role you will be the point person managing payroll and expense reimbursement for a successful company – they have 90+ employees and are growing fast! This is a hybrid position (after training) with a starting salary of $60,000 - $65,000 and an excellent benefits package. Responsibilities include but not limited to: <ul><li>Manage full-cycle weekly payroll processing for construction employees, ensuring accurate and timely payroll in compliance with company policies and deadlines</li><li>Review and audit employee timesheets, certified payroll records, and job costing data to ensure accuracy, proper coding, and prevailing wage compliance</li><li>Administer prevailing wage payroll requirements, including certified payroll reporting and adherence to federal, state, union, client, and project-specific regulations</li><li>Maintain payroll records related to deductions, reimbursements, per diem, bonuses, allowances, wage adjustments, and employee benefit contributions</li><li>Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, timekeeping issues, and employee inquiries related to pay, benefits, and prevailing wage classifications</li><li>Collaborate with Human Resources, Accounting, project managers, and field supervisors to ensure payroll accuracy and alignment with labor compliance requirements</li><li>Support internal and external payroll audits by preparing documentation, reviewing compliance reports, and implementing corrections when necessary</li><li>Prepare payroll-related reports including labor distribution, certified payroll, general ledger reconciliations, and ad hoc reporting to support operational and financial decision-making</li></ul>
2026-08-03T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

New York, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
Expanding Brooklyn based firm is currently seeking a Payroll Specialist to oversee accurate and timely payroll operations. This position plays an important role in maintaining payroll records, reviewing pay data, and ensuring employees are paid correctly across each semi-monthly cycle. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll administration experience, sound knowledge of compliance requirements, and the ability to respond effectively to payroll questions and reporting needs. Responsibilities:• Administer semi-monthly payroll for hourly and salaried employees, including updates related to compensation changes, incentive pay, and other earnings adjustments.• Review timekeeping records for completeness and accuracy, and coordinate with supervisors and HR when corrections or clarifications are needed.• Maintain payroll and employee data by recording new hires, separations, tax elections, benefit deductions, overtime, retroactive pay, and other status changes.• Apply federal, state, and local payroll regulations to ensure proper handling of taxes, withholdings, and garnishments.• Reconcile payroll-related accounts and benefit deductions, investigating and correcting variances in a timely manner.• Produce routine and on-demand payroll, budget, and benefit reports to support management decision-making and operational needs.• Prepare documentation and reporting required for financial and retirement plan audits.• Respond to employee questions regarding earnings, deductions, and payroll tax forms with professionalism and accuracy.Expanding
2026-08-03T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Whitmore Lake, MI
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Temporary / Contract
29.45 - 34.1 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a workforce of roughly 400 employees in Whitmore Lake, Michigan. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage multistate payroll with precision, maintain compliance with payroll tax and deduction requirements, and respond effectively to employee questions. The role also calls for strong coordination across internal teams to help keep payroll and timekeeping processes accurate, efficient, and well aligned. Responsibilities: • Administer payroll for employees working across multiple states, ensuring timely and accurate processing for an employee population of about 400. • Review earnings, taxes, garnishments, and other deductions carefully to confirm each payroll cycle meets current legal and company requirements. • Organize payroll records and workflows in a way that improves consistency, efficiency, and overall processing accuracy. • Investigate payroll discrepancies, resolve issues promptly, and recommend practical improvements to strengthen day-to-day operations. • Perform routine checks on payroll data to maintain high quality standards and reduce the risk of errors before final submission. • Partner with internal departments to support smooth coordination between payroll systems and timekeeping inputs. • Respond to employee payroll questions with professionalism and a strong customer service approach. • Use payroll platforms and manual procedures effectively to complete processing tasks and maintain reliable records. • Keep current with payroll legislation and tax updates to help ensure ongoing compliance across all payroll activities. • Provide payroll assistance in both English and Spanish when needed to support a broader employee population.
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Biddeford, ME
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Temporary / Contract
22 - 25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a university environment in Biddeford, Maine. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is confident managing end-to-end payroll activities, handling multi-state employee populations, and ensuring compliance with applicable payroll regulations. The role requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and hands-on experience using ADP Workforce Now in a high-volume setting. Responsibilities: • Process complete payroll cycles for a large employee population with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, and compliance. • Administer payroll for employees working in multiple states, applying appropriate tax withholdings and jurisdictional requirements. • Use ADP Workforce Now to maintain payroll records, review transactions, and resolve processing issues efficiently. • Audit payroll data such as earnings, deductions, taxes, and time-related inputs to identify and correct discrepancies before finalization. • Respond to payroll-related questions from employees and internal partners, providing clear guidance on pay, deductions, and payroll adjustments. • Maintain organized payroll documentation and support reporting needs for internal review, reconciliation, and compliance purposes. • Partner with relevant departments to validate employee updates that affect pay, including new hires, status changes, and terminations. • Support payroll process improvements and assist with operational changes or system-related updates when needed.
2026-07-30T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Saint Paul, MN
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Temporary / Contract
25.346 - 29.348 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join an organization in Saint Paul, Minnesota for a 2–3 month Contract assignment. This position will play a key role in keeping payroll operations accurate, timely, and well organized for a large employee population. The role combines hands-on payroll processing with process review and practical recommendations to strengthen day-to-day workflows, while working in a hybrid schedule with three days onsite and two days remote. Responsibilities:• Process biweekly payroll for approximately 650 employees, ensuring wages, deductions, and tax withholdings are completed accurately and on schedule.• Administer payroll activities across multiple states while maintaining compliance with applicable wage, tax, and reporting requirements.• Support payroll-related modules and systems by resolving issues, validating data, and helping maintain smooth operational performance.• Examine existing payroll procedures, identify inefficiencies, and recommend improvements that enhance accuracy, consistency, and turnaround time.• Provide informed guidance on responsibilities and best practices that could help shape the position toward a more senior payroll leadership scope.• Reconcile payroll information, review exceptions, and investigate discrepancies to ensure complete and reliable records.• Partner with internal stakeholders to answer payroll questions and support timely resolution of employee and administrative concerns. *Please note that all candidates are required to provide 2 recent supervisor or manager references in order to be considered for employment. Please submit your resume and call 651-293-3973 for review and consideration.
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Greenville, TX
remote
Temporary / Contract
28 - 32.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support overpayment review and recovery activities for active employees in Texas. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who combines strong analytical ability with clear communication and can navigate sensitive payroll matters with accuracy and professionalism. The role focuses on examining payroll records, identifying the source and scope of overpayments, and coordinating with cross-functional partners to resolve each case from initial review through recovery. You will play an important part in ensuring accurate documentation, timely follow-up, and a positive employee experience throughout the process. Responsibilities:• Examine employee payroll records, time data, and work history to confirm overpayment situations and determine the amount owed.• Work closely with payroll, human resources, benefits, leave, and timekeeping teams to gather information and align on appropriate recovery steps.• Communicate payment details to employees in a clear and respectful manner while discussing repayment options within established guidelines.• Maintain thorough case records, including correspondence, calculations, status updates, and supporting documentation for each recovery file.• Oversee recovery cases from initial research through final resolution, ensuring actions are tracked accurately and completed on time.• Prepare and process recovery-related payroll adjustments and labor accounting entries as needed.• Investigate underlying causes of payroll discrepancies and escalate complex issues when additional review is required.• Use Excel and payroll-related systems to manage large volumes of employee data and support accurate reporting.
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Dallas, TX
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Temporary / Contract
31.6635 - 36.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our team on a Contract basis in Dallas, Texas. This position is ideal for someone who can quickly take ownership of payroll operations, work with limited oversight, and deliver accurate, timely results. The role supports payroll administration for a large multi-entity workforce and partners closely with internal teams to maintain compliance and resolve pay-related issues. Responsibilities: • Administer end-to-end payroll processing for more than 200 employees across six automotive dealership locations using ADP Workforce Now. • Review and enter payroll information with precision, including personnel updates, pay changes, benefit deductions, commissions, and special adjustments. • Process payroll for a blended employee population that includes salaried, hourly, and commission-based team members. • Audit payroll records before submission to confirm accuracy, completeness, and alignment with company guidelines and applicable payroll regulations. • Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, responding to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, and other payroll matters. • Coordinate with human resources and accounting teams to support smooth payroll cycles and ensure deadlines are consistently met. • Prepare and upload payroll data in ADP Workforce Now while maintaining organized and reliable payroll documentation. • Work on-site Monday through Friday and manage payroll priorities effectively in a fast-paced business environment.
2026-08-04T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Palatine, IL
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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
2026-08-05T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Lindon, UT
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Temporary / Contract
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate, timely payroll operations for a diverse group of client accounts in Lindon, Utah. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can manage complex payroll activity across multiple schedules, and values precision in every cycle. The role calls for strong client service skills, sound judgment, and a solid understanding of multi-state payroll compliance. Responsibilities: • Oversee complete payroll processing for multiple client organizations, ensuring payroll is completed correctly across weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and monthly cycles. • Maintain employee payroll data by updating hires, separations, compensation changes, garnishments, deductions, and benefit-related adjustments with a high level of accuracy. • Review and reconcile payroll batches before final submission to identify discrepancies and prevent pay errors. • Handle special payroll situations such as off-cycle runs, manual payments, check reversals, and voided transactions when required. • Address questions from clients and employees related to earnings, tax withholding, direct deposit, and year-end payroll documents in a timely and thorough manner. • Apply federal, state, and local payroll tax rules across multiple jurisdictions to support compliant payroll administration. • Work closely with HR, benefits, and tax partners to investigate issues, correct inconsistencies, and maintain smooth account operations. • Preserve organized payroll records and assist with quarter-end and year-end activities, including preparation related to W-2 processing.
2026-07-31T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Lake Oswego, OR
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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.
2026-07-30T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
33 - 38 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with a growing corporate organization to identify a High-Volume Payroll Specialist for a contract-to-hire opportunity. This role is ideal for an experienced payroll professional who is comfortable processing a high volume of payroll transactions in a fast-paced corporate environment. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to transition into a permanent position based on performance and business needs. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process accurate and timely high-volume weekly, biweekly, or semi-monthly payroll</li><li>Review and verify large volumes of timekeeping, earnings, deductions, and employee changes</li><li>Process new hires, terminations, promotions, salary changes, and other payroll updates</li><li>Calculate and process bonuses, commissions, PTO, deductions, and other special payments</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and identify and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Maintain accurate employee payroll records</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding payroll, deductions, benefits, and tax withholdings</li><li>Assist with payroll tax filings and payroll-related compliance requirements</li><li>Partner with HR and Finance to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing</li><li>Assist with year-end payroll activities, including W-2 preparation and reconciliation</li><li>Support payroll audits and other special projects as needed</li></ul>
2026-07-24T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Torrance, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a healthcare organization in Torrance, California on a Contract basis. This role supports payroll and people operations by managing compensation data, maintaining accurate employee records, and delivering dependable reporting for internal stakeholders. The position is ideal for someone who brings strong payroll experience, sharp analytical skills, and a high level of discretion when handling sensitive employee information. Responsibilities: • Administer payroll activities from data review through final validation to help ensure employees are paid correctly and on schedule. • Maintain employee information in ADP Workforce Now and related digital files, including updates to compensation, status changes, and personal records. • Investigate payroll variances, correct discrepancies, and coordinate with system support teams when technical issues affect payroll accuracy. • Develop and update Excel-based trackers and reports to monitor payroll activity, HR metrics, and audit-ready records. • Produce payroll summaries, data exports, and supporting documentation for leadership review and operational decision-making. • Review onboarding paperwork for completeness and accuracy so new employee records and pay details are properly established. • Respond to employee questions regarding pay, tax forms, deductions, and related HR matters in a clear and thorough manner. • Support offboarding activities by coordinating final pay processing and preparing required benefits-related documentation. • Assist with benefits administration by helping complete enrollments for new hires and qualifying life events within required timelines. • Protect confidential payroll and personnel information while escalating material errors or concerns to People Operations leadership as needed.
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Vancouver, WA
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Temporary / Contract
30.4 - 35.2 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a Contract assignment supporting payroll operations for a multi-state employee population in Vancouver, Washington. This part-time opportunity is expected to run for 12 weeks and focuses on accurate payroll administration, employee support, and timely record maintenance. The role is well suited to someone who is highly organized, comfortable working remotely, and experienced with full-cycle payroll processing in ADP Workforce Now. Responsibilities: • Manage bi-weekly payroll processing for a workforce of more than 450 employees using ADP Workforce Now. • Examine timekeeping records to confirm accuracy and resolve discrepancies before payroll is finalized. • Enter payroll changes, corrections, and updates while maintaining precise employee data. • Administer deductions and withholdings, including benefit-related payroll entries and employer contributions. • Handle employment verification requests in a timely and confidential manner. • Prepare and maintain payroll trackers, reports, and supporting documentation using Excel formulas and spreadsheets. • Update payroll records for new hires, status changes, and employee separations to ensure complete and current information. • Respond to employee questions related to pay, deductions, and payroll records with professionalism and accuracy. • Assist with payroll reporting and documentation needs to support compliance and internal recordkeeping.
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

San Francisco, CA
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Temporary / Contract
38 - 44 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support a non-profit organization in San Francisco, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can manage end-to-end payroll with accuracy, work confidently in a mid-sized employee population, and contribute in a hands-on hybrid environment. The position requires strong experience with payroll processing, benefits-related allocations, and financial reconciliation while partnering closely with payroll leadership. Responsibilities: • Process semi-monthly payroll for an employee population of approximately 500 staff members, with a large share of non-exempt employees, ensuring timely and accurate pay. • Administer full-cycle payroll activities using Paycom, including payroll validation, review of earnings and deductions, and resolution of discrepancies before finalization. • Prepare payroll-related benefit allocations and support accounting entries tied to payroll activity to maintain accurate financial records. • Generate and review journal entry exports from the payroll system, including large-volume transaction files, and assist with reconciliations as needed. • Coordinate manual check processing on-site when required and help address urgent payroll matters in a timely manner. • Partner with the payroll supervisor and provide additional team support during a period of limited internal coverage. • Help maintain compliance with multi-state payroll requirements, wage and hour rules, and standard payroll practices across the workforce. • Support payroll administration needs related to workforce changes, including evolving union-related payroll considerations when applicable.
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Indianapolis, IN
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Temporary / Contract
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a real estate property and facilities management organization in Indianapolis, Indiana. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who thrives in a deadline-driven environment and can manage payroll activities with precision across multiple jurisdictions. The person in this role will help ensure employees are paid accurately, records remain current, and payroll practices align with applicable regulations while providing responsive support to internal teams and staff. Responsibilities: • Administer payroll cycles on a weekly, biweekly, or semimonthly basis, ensuring timely and accurate employee compensation. • Examine timekeeping entries, pay adjustments, and attendance details to confirm payroll data is complete and correct before processing. • Update and maintain payroll information for employee status changes, compensation revisions, deductions, and separations. • Apply federal, state, and local payroll requirements to support ongoing compliance across multi-state payroll activity. • Review payroll registers and related reports, resolve inconsistencies, and document corrections as needed. • Manage withholdings and deductions such as garnishments, child support, benefit elections, and tax-related items. • Work closely with human resources and accounting partners to address payroll issues, reporting needs, and employee record changes. • Contribute to month-end close activities, audit preparation, management reporting, and year-end tasks including W-2 support. • Respond to employee payroll questions regarding earnings, taxes, deductions, and established payroll procedures.
2026-08-05T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Newport, RI
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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
2026-08-05T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Hauppauge, NY
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 38 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support payroll and benefits operations for a large organization in Hauppauge, New York. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage end-to-end payroll processing with accuracy, maintain compliance across multiple states, and partner closely with internal stakeholders on employee compensation and benefits matters. Responsibilities:• Process full-cycle payroll for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring timely and accurate pay distribution.• Administer payroll activities across multiple states while maintaining compliance with applicable wage and tax regulations.• Prepare and submit certified payroll reports with careful attention to documentation standards and reporting deadlines.• Coordinate payroll-related benefits changes, including deductions and employee status updates, to keep records current.• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies by partnering with finance, human resources, and employees as needed.• Support compensation and benefits administration by maintaining accurate records and assisting with related payroll adjustments.
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Cambridge, MA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
Our client in Cambridge is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their team on a contract-to-hire basis. This position is ideal for someone with payroll processing experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process weekly, biweekly, or semi-monthly payroll for employees</li><li>Review and audit timesheets for accuracy and approval</li><li>Process payroll adjustments, bonuses, reimbursements, and deductions</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records and ensure compliance with company policies</li><li>Assist with new hire, termination, and leave of absence payroll changes</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries in a timely manner</li><li>Generate payroll reports and support month-end activities</li></ul>
2026-07-28T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Minneapolis, MN
remote
Temporary / Contract
31.6635 - 36.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to oversee accurate and compliant payroll operations for employees across multiple countries from Minneapolis, Minnesota. This contract position will play a key role in delivering timely bi-weekly payroll, coordinating with external partners, and maintaining reliable payroll records that align with HR and Finance. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in international payroll administration, regulatory compliance, and process improvement within fast-paced environments. Responsibilities:• Administer end-to-end bi-weekly payroll for a workforce of roughly 360 employees across several international locations.• Coordinate payroll activities across multiple countries, including handling more intricate processing requirements in designated regions.• Monitor payroll tax obligations, statutory filings, and required remittances to help ensure adherence to local regulations in each jurisdiction.• Update and maintain employee payroll information within payroll and HR platforms, ensuring consistency with internal records used by HR and Finance.• Work closely with third-party payroll providers to support accurate calculations, timely submissions, and issue resolution.• Prepare payroll reconciliations, reporting summaries, and accounting-related entries in partnership with the Finance team.• Assist with audits, pay changes, payroll system updates, and special projects tied to payroll operations.• Recommend and support enhancements that improve efficiency, accuracy, and standardization across global payroll processes.• Safeguard sensitive employee and compensation information in accordance with privacy and confidentiality standards.
2026-08-04T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Lakeville, MN
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Temporary / Contract
29 - 40 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist / Accounting Specialist to manage payroll processing while supporting core accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations. This role will play a key part in ensuring accurate payroll, maintaining financial records, and supporting month-end close activities. Responsibilities: Payroll<ul><li>Process weekly, biweekly, or semi-monthly payroll accurately and on time.</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records, earnings, deductions, and tax withholdings.</li><li>Process payroll changes including new hires, terminations, garnishments, and benefit deductions.</li><li>Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries.</li><li>Assist with payroll reporting, tax filings, and year-end processing.</li></ul>Accounts Payable<ul><li>Review and process vendor invoices.</li><li>Perform two-way and three-way matching.</li><li>Prepare and process check runs, ACH, and electronic payments.</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Maintain vendor files and payment records.</li></ul>Accounts Receivable<ul><li>Generate and distribute customer invoices.</li><li>Apply customer payments and maintain accurate AR records.</li><li>Monitor aging reports and assist with collections efforts.</li><li>Research and resolve customer billing issues.</li></ul>Bank Reconciliations & Accounting<ul><li>Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations.</li><li>Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations.</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.</li><li>Maintain accurate general ledger records.</li><li>Support audits and financial reporting activities.</li></ul>
2026-08-05T00:00:00Z