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Payroll Specialist

Okemos, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
27 - 31 USD / Hourly
Location: Okemos, MI - On-siteStarting pay: Up to $31/hour Our client is looking for a Payroll Specialist to manage their complex payroll for a mid-sized workforce in Okemos, Michigan. This position plays an important role in maintaining payroll records, applying multi-state pay rules, and supporting a smooth employee payment experience. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment with confidential information, and hands-on experience handling the full payroll cycle. Responsibilities:• Process end-to-end payroll activities for a workforce of approximately 100 to 500 employees, ensuring accuracy and on-time completion each pay period.• Administer multi-state payroll transactions while applying relevant wage, tax, and deduction requirements across jurisdictions.• Maintain payroll data, review timesheets and earnings entries, and resolve discrepancies before payroll is finalized.• Verify employee pay changes, including new hires, status updates, deductions, and other compensation-related adjustments.• Reconcile payroll records and support reporting needs by preparing payroll summaries and related documentation.• Respond to employee and internal payroll questions with professionalism, clarity, and discretion.• Partner with internal teams to help maintain compliant payroll practices and support any payroll-related process updates when needed. For immediate consideration email your resume to rochelle.carrasco@roberthalf com
2026-10-21T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Brighton, MI
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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 busy organization in Brighton, Michigan. This role is responsible for managing payroll details with precision, maintaining compliance with wage and tax requirements, and partnering with accounting, operations, and HR to resolve discrepancies. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll experience, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to handle confidential information with care while meeting recurring deadlines. Responsibilities: • Administer weekly payroll processing and any supplemental payroll runs, confirming time worked, pay calculations, overtime, leave balances, deductions, and other adjustments before final submission. • Gather and validate paper and electronic time records from field and office teams, following up with supervisors and project leadership to resolve missing or inconsistent entries. • Assign payroll hours and related labor expenses correctly across employees, jobs, departments, cost codes, and direct or indirect accounts to support accurate reporting. • Maintain union-related payroll information, including wage classifications, negotiated rates, fringe amounts, and required remittance documentation, while ensuring alignment with payroll records. • Prepare certified payroll and prevailing wage documentation for qualifying projects, including support for classification details and fringe benefit reporting. • Update and safeguard employee payroll data such as tax elections, direct deposit details, garnishments, benefit deductions, and approved compensation changes. • Reconcile payroll registers, labor allocations, benefit withholdings, and general ledger activity, researching and correcting exceptions in a timely manner. • Support payroll tax coordination, quarter-end and year-end balancing, W-2 preparation, agency correspondence, and employee status changes in collaboration with HR, the Controller, and external payroll partners. • Respond to employee payroll questions professionally, maintain confidentiality, and produce recurring payroll, overtime, labor cost, and audit support reports as needed.
2026-10-28T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Mclean, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
Part-Time Payroll Specialist - Tysons Corner, VA$29-$36/HR Our client is a growing real estate company in Tysons Corner, VA and is seeking a Part-Time Payroll Specialist to manage the semi-monthly payroll process for approximately 300 employees. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, maintaining payroll records, reconciling payroll-related accounts, and supporting employee payroll inquiries. The ideal candidate will have hands-on payroll experience, strong attention to detail, and experience with manual payroll data entry. <ul><li>Process semi-monthly payroll for approximately 300 employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Review, verify, and manually enter payroll data including hours worked, pay adjustments, bonuses, commissions, and other compensation changes.</li><li>Audit timesheets, payroll registers, and payroll reports for accuracy prior to processing.</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records, deductions, garnishments, direct deposit information, and tax withholding elections.</li><li>Respond to employee and management inquiries regarding payroll, tax withholdings, earnings statements, and payroll discrepancies.</li><li>Support quarterly and annual payroll tax reconciliations and assist with required payroll reporting.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.</li><li>Assist with year-end payroll activities including W-2 processing and audits.</li><li>Support benefit and retirement plan audits, including 401(k) and workers' compensation reporting.</li><li>Generate payroll-related reports for management and other internal stakeholders.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of employee payroll and compensation information.</li></ul>
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Bensalem, PA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 40 USD / Hourly
Our client in Bensalem, PA is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their growing team. This role will be responsible for the full-cycle processing of payroll for approximately 80 employees, with a strong focus on union payroll, compliance reporting, and contractor workforce management. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, attention to detail, and strong communication skills are essential.This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys owning the payroll function and wants to grow with an organization. Exposure to HR functions is highly preferred, as the company is expanding and additional HR responsibilities may be added over time. Responsibilities<ul><li>Process weekly payroll for approximately 80 employees using ADP Workforce Now</li><li>Manage union payroll requirements, including dues, rates, and contract compliance</li><li>Prepare and submit weekly payroll and labor reports to five different agencies</li><li>Coordinate payroll information with site contractors and project teams</li><li>Maintain accurate employee payroll records and ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and union regulations</li><li>Audit payroll data for accuracy, including hours worked, earnings, deductions, and benefit contributions</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner</li><li>Assist with onboarding paperwork and employee record maintenance</li><li>Support year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and related reporting</li><li>Collaborate with leadership on payroll reporting, workforce tracking, and compliance needs</li><li>Assist with HR-related functions as needed, including onboarding, employee relations support, benefits administration, and personnel documentation</li></ul>
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Caldwell, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
A busy company in the Caldwell area is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their growing organization. This Payroll Specialist will get the chance to join a team that offers career growth, a flexible work schedule, and the ability to collaborate with an experienced team. The ideal Payroll Specialist will have strong technical payroll expertise with analytical skills to support compensation practices and have payroll processing experience utilizing Workday. Other responsibilities of this Payroll Specialist will include but not be limited to: Payroll Specialist Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process multi-state payroll on a weekly/bi-weekly basis for hourly and salaried employees.</li><li>Ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, bonuses, commissions, deductions, and benefit contributions.</li><li>Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports, general ledger entries, and tax filings.</li><li>Coordinate payroll tax reporting, W-2 preparation, and year-end processing.</li><li>Manage garnishments, levies, and other court-ordered deductions.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries in a timely and professional manner.</li><li>Partner with Finance to ensure data accuracy and proper internal controls.</li><li>Administer salary structures, job classifications, and pay grades.</li><li>Conduct market research and benchmarking to support competitive compensation strategies.</li><li>Assist with annual merit cycles, bonus programs, and incentive plan administration.</li><li>Prepare compensation analysis reports for leadership.</li><li>Support job evaluations and internal equity assessments.</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable wage and hour laws and pay transparency requirements.</li><li>Maintain compensation documentation and audit-ready records.</li></ul>This Payroll Specialist position is paying between $100,000 and $120,000 annually depending on experience. If interested in this Payroll Specialist role, apply today
2026-11-02T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Willingboro, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 93000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team in Willingboro, New Jersey. In this role, you will handle payroll processing for a high volume of employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with tax regulations and company policies. This position also involves assisting with administrative tasks, reconciling benefit deductions, and maintaining employee records. Responsibilities: • Review and verify timesheets for accuracy before approval. • Process weekly payroll, including tax deductions, garnishments, and benefit withholdings. • Maintain and update employee records, ensuring all information is current and accurate. • Assist with tax reporting and compliance, ensuring adherence to legal requirements. • Provide administrative support to the payroll department as needed. • Handle garnishment processing and ensure proper documentation. • Review and process benefit invoices for payment. • Reconcile account discrepancies and respond to payroll-related inquiries. • Support vendor invoicing and ensure timely processing.
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Minneapolis, MN
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Temporary / Contract
22 - 26 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a Payroll Specialist in Minneapolis, MN to join our accounting team. This individual will be responsible for processing employee payroll, maintaining payroll records, ensuring compliance with payroll regulations, and providing timely resolution of payroll-related issues.The ideal candidate has strong analytical and organizational skills, enjoys working with numbers, and can maintain accurate payroll records while handling sensitive employee information with a high level of confidentiality.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process weekly, biweekly, semimonthly, or monthly payroll accurately and on time.</li><li>Review employee timesheets, attendance records, and payroll-related documentation for accuracy.</li><li>Calculate wages, overtime, bonuses, commissions, and other earnings.</li><li>Process payroll deductions, garnishments, benefit withholdings, and direct deposits.</li><li>Maintain accurate employee payroll records and ensure data integrity.</li><li>Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and investigate payroll discrepancies.</li><li>Prepare payroll reports and support accounting with payroll-related journal entries.</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, taxes, and payroll policies.</li><li>Assist with payroll tax filings, year-end processing, and W-2 preparation.</li><li>Support month-end close activities and payroll account reconciliations.</li><li>Assist with internal and external audits by providing requested payroll documentation.</li><li>Recommend process improvements to increase payroll efficiency and accuracy.</li></ul>
2026-11-04T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Burlington, MA
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Temporary / Contract
30.0865 - 34.837 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support a Contract assignment in Burlington, Massachusetts. This position will oversee end-to-end payroll processing for a large employee population across multiple states while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely completion of each payroll cycle. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with high-volume payroll operations and is comfortable working within ADP Workforce Now in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Administer complete payroll processing from data review through final submission for a large employee base. • Manage payroll activities for employees working in multiple states, ensuring proper application of applicable wage and tax requirements. • Use ADP Workforce Now to enter, validate, and maintain payroll records with a high level of accuracy. • Review payroll inputs such as earnings, deductions, adjustments, and time-related data to confirm correct payment outcomes. • Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, responding to issues in a timely and thorough manner. • Maintain compliance with company policies and payroll regulations while supporting audit-ready documentation. • Partner with internal teams to gather required payroll information and help keep each payroll cycle on schedule.
2026-11-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Otsego, MN
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Temporary / Contract
32 - 38 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for an organization based in Otsego, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for someone who is confident managing payroll activities from start to finish, maintaining compliance, and handling employee pay records with care. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, sound judgment with sensitive information, and hands-on experience processing payroll for a mid-sized workforce. Responsibilities:• Process payroll from initial data review through final submission, ensuring employees are paid correctly and on schedule.• Maintain payroll records by verifying hours, earnings, deductions, and other pay-related information for accuracy.• Administer garnishments, withholdings, and other required adjustments in accordance with applicable guidelines.• Review payroll changes such as new hires, status updates, and compensation adjustments before each pay cycle.• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies by working closely with internal contacts and supporting documentation.• Prepare payroll-related reports and assist with audits, reconciliations, and recordkeeping needs.• Help support payroll-related administrative tasks, including updates tied to process or system changes when needed.
2026-10-29T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Houston, TX
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Temporary / Contract
27.55 - 31.9 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support an established payroll team during two upcoming maternity leaves. This position will provide coverage through February 2027, with the potential for a longer-term opportunity depending on business needs. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with foundational payroll experience who is looking to expand their exposure to weekly, in-house, multi-state payroll processing. The ideal candidate is tech-savvy, dependable, and comfortable taking initiative in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Support weekly in-house payroll processing with Thursday pay dates</li><li>Review timecards and follow up on missing or incomplete approvals</li><li>Assist with payroll data entry, audits, and payroll-related adjustments</li><li>Research and resolve payroll tickets and employee inquiries</li><li>Support off-cycle payrolls, including time-sensitive termination payments</li><li>Sort, track, and assist with payroll tax notices and related documentation</li><li>Gradually assume payroll processing responsibilities for assigned multi-state business units</li><li>Identify payroll discrepancies and proactively communicate issues to the appropriate team members</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records and support compliance across multiple states</li></ul>
2026-11-04T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Lawrence, KS
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to oversee accurate and timely payroll operations for a multi-entity, multi-state workforce in Lawrence, Kansas. This role partners closely with HR, Finance, and site leadership to maintain payroll records, support compliance obligations, and ensure employees are paid correctly each cycle. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll systems experience, a detail-focused approach, and the ability to manage reporting, tax administration, and deduction activity in a fast-paced environment. This is a newly created role with a GROWING company and a phenomenal team! Reach out and apply today! Responsibilities:• Administer end-to-end payroll processing across multiple entities and states, including regular payroll runs, imported hours, special earnings, deductions, incentive payments, and off-cycle checks.• Review timekeeping records each pay period, coordinate with supervisors on missed punches or approval issues, and resolve exceptions before payroll is finalized.• Maintain paid time off and leave accrual structures in the payroll system and verify that employee balances remain accurate and up to date.• Oversee the payroll schedule by communicating key deadlines, cutoffs, and submission requirements to managers and operating locations.• Manage payroll system configuration such as earnings codes, deduction settings, job classifications, and entity-level setup while contributing to process enhancements.• Support payroll onboarding for newly acquired businesses by organizing employee data conversion, tax setup, deduction mapping, and parallel payroll validation.• Handle payroll tax administration by establishing state and local accounts, monitoring rates, reconciling filings, and responding to agency inquiries or notices.• Process garnishments, child support withholdings, and tax levies in accordance with applicable laws, while coordinating required communication with employees and agencies.• Prepare payroll-related reports for Finance and HR, including journal entry support, labor allocation details, accrual documentation, year-end reporting, compliance filings, and audit requests.• Reconcile benefit deductions and carrier invoices, assist with open enrollment updates, and process retirement plan contribution remittances accurately and on time.
2026-10-30T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Pacific Grove, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a hospitality-focused organization in Pacific Grove, California on a Contract basis. This position supports accurate pay administration and day-to-day accounting activity, with a strong emphasis on payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable. The ideal candidate brings a sharp eye for detail, works well under deadlines, and is comfortable managing financial processes in a fast-moving service environment. Responsibilities: • Administer payroll on a regular schedule, ensuring employee compensation is calculated correctly and submitted on time. • Audit time and attendance records through workforce management systems before finalizing payroll data. • Maintain payroll files, prepare related reports, and respond to questions or discrepancies involving employee pay. • Oversee accounts payable from invoice review through coding and payment completion, keeping records accurate and current. • Handle accounts receivable tasks by issuing invoices, monitoring incoming payments, following up on outstanding balances, and reconciling customer accounts. • Compare vendor statements against internal records and investigate billing issues to reach timely resolution. • Contribute to month-end accounting activities by confirming payroll, payables, and receivables are posted correctly. • Partner with operations and staffing teams to verify hours worked and help ensure timely, accurate payments. • Organize financial documentation and support adherence to established accounting practices and internal policies.
2026-11-05T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Greenwood Village, CO
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
Partnering with a great organization in Denver, CO seeking a Payroll Accountant. This is a great opportunity with hybrid work flexibility, 401k with up to 3% company match, 2+ weeks PTO, paid sick time off, paid holidays, a dog friendly office, and competitive health/vision/dental coverage. Responsibilities include: • Execute end-to-end payroll processing for multi-state U.S. operations and support international payroll activities through in-country providers and employer-of-record partners.• Review timekeeping records, audit payroll inputs, investigate discrepancies, and resolve exceptions to ensure each payroll cycle is completed accurately and on schedule.• Administer payroll-related deductions and withholdings, including taxes, garnishments, child support orders, levies, voluntary deductions, and final pay obligations.• Prepare payroll-related journal entries and reconcile payroll accounts in coordination with Accounting and Finance across multiple business entities and currencies.• Maintain complete payroll files and supporting documentation while assisting with audits, control testing, year-end reporting, and other statutory filing requirements.• Serve as a trusted point of contact for employee and manager payroll inquiries, providing timely and confidential support.• Track payroll compliance requirements across applicable jurisdictions and help implement improvements that strengthen consistency, efficiency, and standardization.• Contribute to payroll system and process enhancements that improve accuracy, reporting, and operational effectiveness across the broader payroll function.
2026-11-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Honolulu, HI
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Temporary / Contract
31.6635 - 36.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to support a high-volume payroll operation in Honolulu, Hawaii. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can manage complex payroll activities with accuracy, urgency, and strong judgment in a deadline-driven environment. The role focuses on end-to-end payroll processing, issue resolution, and payment accuracy while partnering with employees and internal teams to ensure smooth payroll operations. Preference will be given to Hawaii residents due to the onsite nature of this role. To apply, please call us at 808-531-0800. Responsibilities:• Administer biweekly payroll for a large employee population, ensuring timely and accurate processing across all required pay cycles.• Audit timekeeping and attendance information to confirm completeness, policy compliance, and proper payroll input before final processing.• Investigate payroll issues, identify root causes of discrepancies, and implement accurate corrections in a timely manner.• Complete payroll updates such as adjustments, retroactive payments, reversals, and other corrective entries while maintaining clear documentation.• Calculate and process special payments, including off-cycle checks, final pay, and other nonstandard payroll transactions.• Review underpayments and overpayments, determine appropriate corrections, and coordinate resolution steps in line with payroll practices.• Respond to payroll-related questions from employees and departments, providing clear guidance and follow-up on outstanding concerns.• Assist with payroll reporting, file preparation, and coordination of banking and related payroll support activities.• Manage a high volume of payroll requests and data entries while maintaining precision in a fast-paced work environment.
2026-11-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Downey, CA
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Temporary / Contract
36.1 - 41.8 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a school district team in California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a payroll specialist who can support payroll operations while partnering with HR, finance, IT, and other stakeholders to improve system performance and accuracy. The role focuses on payroll process configuration, compliance, data integrity, training, and ongoing user support within a complex organizational environment. Responsibilities: • Partner with district departments and cross-functional teams to gather payroll needs and translate them into effective system solutions. • Oversee payroll system setup activities, perform testing, and identify issues that affect processing accuracy or functionality. • Manage data conversion efforts by reviewing migrated records, validating results, and reconciling discrepancies before and after implementation. • Create user guides, reference materials, and training sessions to help payroll staff and end-users work confidently within the system. • Act as the primary point of coordination between the district and external software providers to address technical concerns and service issues. • Monitor payroll practices to ensure alignment with applicable regulations, internal policies, and reporting standards. • Provide ongoing support after implementation by resolving system-related problems and recommending process or functionality improvements. • Assist with payroll-related audits, benefits administration impacts, and documentation tied to accounting and reporting needs.
2026-11-05T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Salem, OR
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Temporary / Contract
22 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a dedicated Payroll Specialist who is detail-oriented, proficient in tax related regulations, and has experience utilizing an automated payroll system. The chosen candidate will play a crucial role in managing all payroll related functions including the accurate and timely payment of salaries, benefits, and taxes.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process company payroll in a timely and accurate manner.</li><li>Calculate and deduct appropriate amounts from payroll including tax deductions and benefits.</li><li>Utilize automated payroll systems similar to ADP for processing payroll and taxes.</li><li>Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal payroll tax regulations and reporting requirements.</li><li>Reconcile and verify accuracy of payroll and benefit data.</li><li>Resolve payroll discrepancies and handle employee payroll queries.</li><li>Prepare and maintain accurate payroll reports and statements.</li><li>Manage annual payroll audits.</li><li>Stay current with payroll tax requirements and relevant laws associated with the processing of employee wage data.</li></ul>
2026-10-30T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Olympia, WA
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Temporary / Contract
26 - 30 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processing and ensure compliance with labor regulations. This contract role is ideal for payroll professionals.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process bi-weekly payroll for employees.</li><li>Maintain payroll records and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Ensure compliance with tax and labor laws.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries.</li></ul>
2026-10-30T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Fairfield, NJ
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Temporary to Hire
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a fast-paced organization. This is an onsite contract opportunity with the potential to become permanent, Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, ideal for someone who can manage payroll activities accurately and respond effectively to employee and manager questions. The role focuses on end-to-end payroll processing, timekeeping review, reporting, and compliance support while maintaining a high standard of confidentiality and precision. Responsibilities: • Manage biweekly and semi-monthly payroll activities from initial review through final processing, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. • Investigate timekeeping discrepancies and coordinate with employees and supervisors to secure complete and approved records before payroll deadlines. • Review employee payroll and timekeeping profiles for new team members to confirm proper system setup and accurate pay-related information. • Provide day-to-day support to staff and managers on payroll procedures, tax-related questions, and use of payroll and timekeeping systems. • Conduct payroll validation checks and audits before and after processing to identify issues, correct errors, and reduce processing risk. • Prepare and distribute payroll, benefits, and reconciliation reports as needed to support operational and management requirements. • Process supplemental earnings such as commissions and bonuses, along with wage garnishments and federal tax levies, in a timely and compliant manner. • Support year-end payroll activities, including assistance with tax form preparation, audit documentation, and resolution of payroll-related inquiries from management.
2026-11-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

New York, NY
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 40 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to support a focused payroll tax compliance initiative for a Long-term Contract assignment based in New York, New York. In this role, you will partner closely with payroll leadership to investigate tax discrepancies, address agency notices, and strengthen payroll tax processes across a multi-entity environment. This opportunity is ideal for a candidate who brings strong analytical skills, hands-on tax reconciliation experience, and a proactive approach to reducing future compliance exposure. Responsibilities: • Investigate and bring closure to payroll tax notices issued by federal, state, and local agencies. • Compare tax filings, remittances, and agency account balances to identify and correct discrepancies. • Analyze recurring compliance problems to determine underlying causes and recommend lasting solutions. • Communicate with tax authorities and external payroll partners to clarify issues and drive timely resolution. • Review quarterly and annual payroll tax forms, including Form 941, Form W-2, and applicable state and local filings, to confirm accuracy and completeness. • Create practical control recommendations and updated procedures designed to lower the risk of penalties and future agency inquiries. • Prepare clear reconciliation summaries, issue tracking updates, and documentation outlining corrective actions and process improvements. • Support on-site collaboration with the headquarters team at least three days per week. • Contribute to the development of a forward-looking payroll tax compliance framework for the organization and its subsidiaries.
2026-11-05T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Hanover, MD
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Temporary to Hire
34 - 38 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a team in Hanover, Maryland on a contract basis with the potential to become permanent. This position will support high-volume payroll operations for a large employee population and play a key role in maintaining accurate, timely pay processing across multiple entities. The ideal candidate brings strong full-cycle payroll experience, works confidently in fast-paced environments, and is comfortable collaborating onsite. Responsibilities:• Process end-to-end payroll for a large employee population, ensuring wages, deductions, and adjustments are handled accurately and on schedule.• Manage payroll activity for Maryland operations while supporting multi-state requirements and maintaining compliance with applicable regulations.• Review timekeeping records and attendance data to confirm completeness and resolve discrepancies before payroll submission.• Partner with payroll leadership and support staff to maintain continuity of payroll operations during team changes and cross-training periods.• Investigate payroll issues, respond to employee and internal inquiries, and deliver timely resolutions with strong attention to detail.• Maintain payroll records, audit reports, and supporting documentation to promote accuracy and readiness for review.
2026-11-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

New York, NY
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Temporary / Contract
31.6635 - 36.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support a large food service organization in New York. This long-term contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented payroll specialist who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and can manage complex payroll activities with accuracy. The role focuses on end-to-end payroll administration across multiple pay groups and jurisdictions, using Workday Payroll and Microsoft Excel to ensure timely and compliant processing. Responsibilities: • Manage complete payroll processing for large employee populations, including both hourly and salaried staff across weekly and bi-weekly pay cycles. • Review employee time records and approved timesheets to confirm accuracy, completeness, and compliance before each payroll run. • Process multi-state payroll transactions while applying applicable wage, tax, and deduction requirements across jurisdictions. • Use Workday Payroll to execute payroll activities, maintain records, and resolve processing issues efficiently. • Analyze payroll data in Microsoft Excel to reconcile discrepancies, validate calculations, and support reporting needs. • Investigate and correct payroll variances, including missing hours, pay adjustments, and deduction concerns, in a timely manner. • Partner with internal stakeholders to address payroll-related questions and ensure deadlines are met in a high-volume private company setting. • Maintain accurate payroll documentation and support audit readiness through organized recordkeeping and process adherence.
2026-11-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Warrenton, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
62400 - 72800 USD / Yearly
This position serves as the primary point of coordination for payroll, benefits administration, and employee HR support. The role is responsible for managing payroll processing, timesheet review, commissions, bonus payments, garnishments, and retirement contributions while ensuring accuracy and compliance. Additionally, the position oversees employee benefits administration, including enrollments, payroll deduction audits, invoice reconciliation, and ongoing employee support. The individual will also coordinate onboarding activities, maintain employee records and calendars, monitor subcontractor insurance compliance, and support various HR and administrative functions that contribute to the efficient operation of the organization. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Coordinate onboarding and new employee setup processes.</li><li>Administer employee benefits programs, including annual open enrollment, payroll deduction audits, and benefit-related updates.</li><li>Process and maintain retirement plan contributions on a recurring basis.</li><li>Manage employee bonus payments and ensure accurate payroll adjustments.</li><li>Process child support garnishments and other payroll-related deductions.</li><li>Review and calculate weekly job costing and commission payments.</li><li>Maintain employee timesheets, attendance records, leave requests, and payroll processing activities.</li><li>Track and close commission-related projects within the AccuLynx system.</li><li>Process and reconcile in-house labor transactions in AccuLynx.</li><li>Maintain and update employee calendars and time-off schedules.</li><li>Coordinate weekly subcontractor payment processing.</li><li>Verify subcontractor insurance compliance and maintain current documentation.</li><li>Reconcile monthly benefit invoices against payroll deductions to ensure accuracy.</li><li>Review benefit provider statements and resolve discrepancies as needed, including medical, dental, vision, and other employee benefit plans.</li></ul>
2026-11-04T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Adrian, MI
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Temporary / Contract
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support payroll and human resources operations for an education organization in Adrian, Michigan. This fully onsite opportunity is a Long-term Contract position suited for someone who can manage high-volume payroll processing, maintain accurate employee records, and provide responsive support to staff on payroll and employment matters. The role also contributes to compliance reporting, onboarding activities, and day-to-day HR coordination while ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and dependable service. Responsibilities: • Administer biweekly payroll for a large employee population by entering, validating, and processing payroll data accurately and on schedule. • Maintain complete employee payroll records, including leave balances, deductions, tax updates, direct deposit changes, and other compensation-related information. • Respond to employee questions regarding pay, payroll policies, deductions, and related procedures with professionalism and clarity. • Audit payroll details before final submission to confirm that updates, corrections, and exceptions have been addressed correctly. • Prepare recurring payroll tasks and reporting activities across weekly, monthly, quarterly, and year-end cycles, including support for required tax documents and filings. • Coordinate deduction payments such as garnishments and other withholdings, and ensure related requests are documented and processed properly. • Monitor payroll and employment regulations to help maintain compliance and recommend process improvements when needed. • Support HR operations by assisting with job postings, background screening, onboarding, offboarding, employee file maintenance, and employment-related inquiries. • Contribute to campus employment and work-study administration, including oversight of student workers assigned within the HR and payroll function. • Compile records and produce data needed for audits, regulatory submissions, and internal compliance reviews.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Bensalem, PA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a growing construction organization in Pennsylvania. This position will take ownership of weekly payroll operations for an employee population of approximately 80, with particular attention to union payroll administration, reporting accuracy, and regulatory compliance. The role is well suited for someone who is detail oriented and enjoys managing payroll from start to finish while contributing to broader employee support activities as the company expands. Responsibilities: • Administer end-to-end weekly payroll processing for approximately 80 employees, ensuring timely and accurate pay distribution. • Oversee union payroll activities, including dues calculations, contract-based wage rates, benefit contributions, and adherence to labor agreement requirements. • Compile and submit payroll-related compliance and certified reporting to applicable agencies on a recurring basis. • Partner with contractors, project personnel, and internal leaders to gather, verify, and communicate payroll data. • Audit time records, earnings, deductions, and manual adjustments to maintain payroll accuracy and resolve variances before processing. • Maintain organized employee payroll records and uphold compliance with federal, state, local, and union-related regulations. • Research employee payroll questions, investigate discrepancies, and implement corrections when needed. • Assist with onboarding documentation, payroll record maintenance, year-end processing, and W-2 preparation. • Prepare payroll and workforce reports that support leadership visibility into labor tracking and compliance needs. • Provide supplemental HR assistance in areas such as benefits administration and employee documentation as business needs evolve.
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Washington, DC
onsite
Temporary / Contract
25 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processing and support payroll-related compliance, reporting, and employee inquiries. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of payroll procedures, tax regulations, and payroll systems, along with the ability to handle sensitive information with accuracy and confidentiality. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process weekly, biweekly, or semi-monthly payroll accurately and on time</li><li>Maintain payroll records, including earnings, deductions, taxes, and direct deposit information</li><li>Review and audit timesheets, wage calculations, and payroll changes</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, benefits, and tax forms</li><li>Reconcile payroll accounts and assist with month-end reporting</li><li>Prepare payroll-related reports for finance, human resources, and leadership teams</li><li>Coordinate with human resources and accounting on new hires, terminations, and compensation changes</li><li>Support year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and payroll audits</li><li>Assist with payroll system updates, testing, and process improvements</li></ul>
2026-10-22T00:00:00Z

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