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Payroll Specialist

Cincinnati, OH
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Temporary to Hire
26 - 31 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a transport organization in Cincinnati, Ohio in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role supports accurate and timely payroll operations for a large employee population while helping resolve pay-related questions with care and consistency. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll processing experience, comfort working with union-related pay rules, and the ability to investigate discrepancies across timekeeping, deductions, and tax records. Responsibilities: • Examine timekeeping and attendance records, identify discrepancies, and escalate unresolved concerns to leadership when needed. • Investigate payroll questions related to employee pay, time entries, system data, and exception items to support accurate compensation. • Maintain payroll records by entering and updating tax withholdings, direct deposit details, wage garnishments, and child support deductions. • Support hourly employees by explaining paycheck components, pay calculations, progression steps, and other compensation-related topics. • Prepare, issue, and monitor manual payroll payments, and provide reporting to management on all off-cycle check activity. • Reconcile under-collected employee deductions through arrears processing and verify that contractual vacation-related payments are issued correctly. • Contribute to year-end payroll reporting accuracy, including W-2-related data and required retirement or benefits reporting. • Administer sick pay activity by reviewing claims, calculating amounts due, maintaining eligibility records, and preparing bi-weekly accrual files for upload. • Provide cross-functional coverage for other payroll team members and assist with initiatives that improve departmental service, compliance, and performance goals. • Deliver responsive customer service while fostering a respectful, inclusive, and supportive workplace experience for employees and stakeholders.
2026-08-21T00:00:00Z

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>
2026-08-13T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Washington, DC
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
A growing organization is seeking a Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations and ensure employees are paid accurately and on time. This role will work closely with accounting, HR, and management teams to process payroll, maintain employee records, and assist with payroll-related reporting and compliance activities. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and process payroll while ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures</li><li>Review timesheets, earnings, deductions, and payroll adjustments for accuracy</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records and update payroll information as needed</li><li>Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, deductions, and pay discrepancies</li><li>Reconcile payroll-related accounts and assist with month-end activities</li><li>Support payroll tax filings and compliance requirements</li><li>Prepare payroll reports and assist with audits as needed</li><li>Partner with HR and accounting teams to ensure accurate employee and payroll data</li></ul>
2026-08-14T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-08-19T00:00:00Z

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

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
2026-08-21T00:00:00Z

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

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

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
2026-08-18T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Boca Raton, FL
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Temporary / Contract
28.5 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support payroll specialist 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.
2026-08-21T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

New York, NY
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Temporary to Hire
35.15 - 40.7 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a consulting firm on a contract-to-permanent basis in New York, New York. This position is ideal for someone who can manage complex payroll operations across multiple jurisdictions and legal entities while maintaining accuracy, timeliness, and compliance. The role supports high-volume payroll activity and requires strong familiarity with established payroll platforms and related accounting processes. Responsibilities: • Administer payroll cycles for a large employee population, ensuring employees are paid correctly and on schedule. • Manage payroll activity across multiple states and entities while applying jurisdiction-specific rules and company policies. • Review payroll records, earnings, deductions, and tax withholdings to confirm complete and accurate processing. • Resolve payroll discrepancies, investigate exceptions, and make timely corrections when needed. • Support compliance with payroll regulations, garnishment requirements, benefits deductions, and retirement-related withholdings. • Partner with accounting and internal stakeholders to reconcile payroll data and maintain accurate financial records. • Utilize payroll systems such as ADP Workforce Now, ADP payroll solutions, Ceridian, and Dayforce to process and validate payroll transactions. • Assist with audits, reporting needs, and documentation related to payroll, benefits, and employee compensation records.
2026-08-21T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-08-21T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

West Haven, CT
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Temporary / Contract
26 - 30 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with a growing manufacturing company in West Haven, CT, to identify a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist for a contract assignment. This role is responsible for processing payroll accurately and efficiently while ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable payroll regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong payroll processing experience, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage confidential information in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities<ul><li>Process weekly, biweekly, or semimonthly payroll for hourly and salaried employees.</li><li>Review and verify employee time records, attendance data, and payroll adjustments.</li><li>Calculate wages, overtime, bonuses, shift differentials, and other earnings accurately.</li><li>Ensure payroll deductions, garnishments, taxes, and benefits are processed correctly.</li><li>Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, employee inquiries, and payroll-related issues.</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records and employee payroll files.</li><li>Generate payroll reports for management and accounting teams.</li><li>Assist with year-end payroll activities, including W-2 preparation and reconciliation.</li><li>Support payroll audits and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.</li><li>Collaborate with Human Resources and Accounting to ensure employee data is current and accurate.</li></ul>
2026-08-19T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Rockford, IL
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Temporary / Contract
23 - 28 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a team in Rockford, Illinois on a Long-term Contract assignment. This position will focus on accurate payroll administration for an hourly workforce while helping maintain compliance, precision, and timely processing. The role is well suited for a detail-oriented payroll specialist who can manage sensitive information with discretion and provide dependable support during a leave coverage period. Responsibilities: • Administer biweekly payroll for approximately 150 hourly employees, ensuring pay is processed accurately and on schedule. • Review payroll data for completeness, resolve discrepancies, and confirm employee records are properly maintained. • Assist with year-end payroll activities, including reporting tasks and preparation of required documentation. • Support payroll compliance by following applicable wage, tax, and reporting guidelines. • Maintain confidentiality when working with compensation details, employee records, and other sensitive information. • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to address payroll-related questions and help keep processing workflows on track.
2026-08-18T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

San Antonio, TX
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Temporary / Contract
22 - 25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to support a healthcare organization in San Antonio, Texas through a Long-term Contract assignment. This position combines payroll ownership with broader human resources support, including onboarding coordination, recruiting assistance, and benefits administration. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment with confidential information, and the ability to keep multiple processes moving efficiently in a fast-paced setting. Responsibilities: • Manage bi-weekly payroll processing for approximately 100 employees, ensuring timely completion and a high level of accuracy. • Maintain payroll files, employee records, and supporting documentation while assisting with audits, reporting, and compliance-related activities. • Respond to employee and leadership inquiries related to pay, deductions, and payroll records in a thorough and service-oriented manner. • Coordinate onboarding tasks for new team members, including documentation, system access, and orientation support. • Keep personnel files and HR records organized, current, and aligned with internal and regulatory requirements. • Support recruiting efforts by sourcing candidates, reviewing applicant information, tracking hiring activity, and helping move openings through the recruitment process. • Assist with employee benefits administration, including enrollments, status changes, documentation, and open enrollment support. • Partner with internal stakeholders and external vendors as needed to help maintain continuity across payroll and HR operations during a leave coverage period.
2026-08-17T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Houston, TX
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 30 USD / Hourly
Our client is looking for a Payroll Specialist to process payroll and ensure accurate and timely employee compensation. The ideal candidate will have experience managing payroll for multi-state employees and handling payroll-related inquiries. Responsibilities<ul><li>Process weekly, biweekly, or semi-monthly payroll</li><li>Review and audit payroll data for accuracy</li><li>Manage timekeeping and payroll adjustments</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations</li><li>Process garnishments, benefits deductions, and tax withholdings</li><li>Reconcile payroll accounts</li><li>Respond to employee payroll questions</li></ul>
2026-08-14T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Saint Louis, MO
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
Are you detail-oriented and passionate about payroll processes? Our client is seeking a reliable and organized Payroll Administrator for their team. This role offers hands-on experience and opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic, collaborative environment. Key ResponsibilitiesExperience in Full-cycle payroll processing with multi locationsStrong knowledge in payroll taxes, garnishments, and other deductionsProcess and review employee timecards and payroll dataEnsure timely and accurate payroll processingMaintain and update payroll records
2026-08-10T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Saint Louis, MO
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with an established company in the St. Louis Metro area to hire a Payroll Administrator. This role will be responsible for managing all aspects of payroll, ensuring the accuracy of employee salary data, timely processing of payroll, and compliance with applicable regulations. The ideal candidate will oversee payroll for a multi-state and multi location using ADP, ensure the accuracy of timesheets, and manage year-end processes, including the preparation and distribution of W-2 forms in compliance with tax deadlines. This position supports a variety of employee classifications and requires strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and timeliness. Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities<ul><li>Administer payroll for hourly and salaried employees</li><li>Review and verify timesheets, including regular hours, PTO, and overtime</li><li>Resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries</li><li>Maintain and update payroll and timekeeping systems</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations</li><li>Prepare payroll reports, including headcount and audit reports</li><li>Assist with payroll-related journal entries and general ledger reconciliations</li><li>Support year-end processes, including W-2 preparation and distribution</li><li>Manage garnishments, child support payments, and employment verifications</li><li>Track and maintain employee leave balances (PTO, sick time)</li><li>Partner with HR and other departments to ensure accurate employee data</li><li>Maintain payroll records and ensure proper documentation and filing</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and efficiencies</li></ul>
2026-08-13T00:00:00Z

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

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

San Francisco, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 45 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll processing for a San Francisco organization. This hybrid contract role will manage payroll data, employee changes, reconciliations, compliance requirements, and payroll-related inquiries.Responsibilities<ul><li>Process weekly, biweekly, or semimonthly payroll for exempt and nonexempt employees.</li><li>Review timecards, payroll changes, deductions, bonuses, and benefit elections.</li><li>Process new hires, terminations, promotions, and employee status changes.</li><li>Calculate final pay, overtime, commissions, and other supplemental payments.</li><li>Audit payroll reports and resolve discrepancies before payroll submission.</li><li>Reconcile payroll registers, benefit deductions, and general ledger accounts.</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, taxes, and deductions.</li><li>Maintain payroll records in accordance with company and legal requirements.</li><li>Assist with quarterly and year-end reporting, including W-2 preparation.</li><li>Support payroll process documentation and system improvement projects.</li></ul>
2026-08-13T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-08-20T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Los Angeles, CA
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Temporary / Contract
38 - 40 USD / Hourly
An organization in Beverly Hills is hiring a Payroll Coordinator on a contract to hire basis. As the Payroll Coordinator, you will support payroll operations under the direction of the Director of People & Culture. This role is responsible for preparing payroll, maintaining payroll records, completing required reporting, and ensuring compliance with applicable wage and hour laws. The ideal candidate will have experience processing payroll in a union environment, strong Excel skills, and knowledge of California payroll regulations. Key Responsibilities:Assist with bi-weekly payroll processing for a small to mid-sized organization.Train employees and supervisors on the use of the automated timekeeping system.Run payroll reports for each pay period and on an as-needed basis.Calculate and enter data from manual timecards into the payroll system.Review and process time corrections, ensuring all changes are supported by proper authorization.Confirm payroll compensation changes have appropriate approvals before processing.Manage and update payroll system settings, including earning and deduction codes, payroll groups, and supervisor groups.Process final checks, terminations, and salary adjustments.Prepare payroll and benefits-related journal entries for accounting.Enter and track garnishments while maintaining accurate records.Prepare union dues reports and submit requests for payment after each payroll cycle.Prepare payroll-related program and contract reporting as needed.Maintain schedules for health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance premiums.Reconcile payroll system vacation and sick balances to the general ledger and related accounting schedules.Partner with department leaders to confirm employee titles, positions, allocations, locations, programs, and grants are accurate before payroll is processed.Support audits, including contract reviews, annual audits, workers’ compensation audits, and Form 5500 audits.Perform other payroll and reporting duties as assigned. Qualifications:At least 2 years of payroll processing experience in a union environment.At least 3 years of payroll processing experience for a small to mid-sized organization, or a bachelor’s degree in accounting plus 2 years of payroll processing experience.Knowledge of California payroll law and the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).Experience maintaining compliance with federal and state wage and hour laws.Experience with payroll systems such as ADP, Paylocity, or Paycom is a plus.Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, lookups, filters, sorting, and data validation.Strong attention to detail and accuracy.Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.Highly organized, self-motivated, and dependable. This is a hybrid position in Beverly Hills area and will require onsite work 3 days per week. Pay for the position is up to $40/hr, depending on experience.
2026-08-20T00:00:00Z

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

Richmond Hill, NY
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Temporary to Hire
26.9135 - 31.163 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a team in Richmond Hill, New York in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented payroll specialist who can step into a fast-paced environment, take ownership of recurring payroll activities, and work with a high level of independence. The position focuses on accurate biweekly payroll processing for a workforce of roughly 300 to 350 employees, with strong use of ADP Workforce Now and Excel in day-to-day operations. Responsibilities: • Manage the front-end processing of biweekly payroll for approximately 300 to 350 employees, ensuring information is prepared accurately and on schedule for final review. • Review employee hours and attendance records, identify discrepancies, and make appropriate updates before payroll submission. • Use ADP Workforce Now to maintain payroll records, enter changes, and support ongoing payroll administration activities. • Handle payroll-related transactions involving paycards and help ensure timely resolution of related issues. • Support full-cycle payroll tasks across regular processing periods, including data validation, adjustments, and follow-up on exceptions. • Work closely with the payroll lead by preparing payroll information for approval while independently managing daily payroll responsibilities. • Assist with multi-state payroll activities and help maintain compliance with standard payroll practices across employee populations. • Contribute to ongoing payroll operations by helping sustain efficient processes and addressing routine payroll questions as they arise.
2026-08-21T00:00:00Z