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Payroll Specialist
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 35 - 42 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a part-time experienced Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a large employee population. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone who can manage end-to-end payroll processing across multiple states while maintaining compliance and precision. The role requires a detail-oriented individual who is comfortable working with ADP Workforce Now and handling complex payroll activities in a fast-paced environment. This role is expected to work 15 hours per week.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><p>• Process complete payroll cycles for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring accuracy from data review through final distribution.</p><p>• Administer payroll activities across multiple states while applying relevant wage, tax, and compliance requirements.</p><p>• Maintain and update employee payroll records, including earnings, deductions, taxes, and direct deposit information.</p><p>• Use ADP Workforce Now to enter, validate, and reconcile payroll data for regular and off-cycle payments.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, responding promptly to questions from employees and internal stakeholders.</p><p>• Review timekeeping and related payroll inputs to confirm completeness and alignment with company policies.</p><p>• Prepare payroll reports, audit findings, and supporting documentation for leadership, finance, and compliance needs.</p>
  • 2026-11-07T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • La Jolla, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 32 - 36 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our client is seeking a detail-oriented <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> to join their team. This role is ideal for a payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can manage payroll processing with accuracy, confidentiality, and efficiency. The Payroll Specialist will play a key role in ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time while maintaining compliance with company policies and payroll regulations.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Process payroll for hourly and salaried employees on a regular schedule.</li><li>Review and verify timesheets, wage calculations, and payroll deductions.</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records and ensure data accuracy in the payroll system.</li><li>Handle payroll adjustments, garnishments, bonuses, and other special payments.</li><li>Respond to employee questions related to pay, deductions, and payroll procedures.</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and support month-end and year-end payroll activities.</li><li>Assist with tax reporting, W-2 preparation, and payroll compliance requirements.</li><li>Collaborate with human resources and accounting teams to ensure accurate employee and compensation data.</li><li>Support audits and maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee information.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-11-02T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Kent, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 26 - 30 USD / Hourly
  • <p>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.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><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
  • Mount Vernon, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a large employee population in Mount Vernon, Washington. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is comfortable managing end-to-end payroll activities, maintaining compliance, and resolving payroll issues in a high-volume environment. The role calls for strong attention to detail, sound knowledge of payroll tax reporting, and the ability to work effectively with payroll records, audits, and employee inquiries.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process complete payroll cycles for a workforce of more than 3,000 employees while ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.<br>• Prepare and review payroll documents such as wage statements, tax filings, and related records to support compliant payroll operations.<br>• Administer employee garnishments, deductions, and other payroll adjustments in accordance with applicable requirements.<br>• Reconcile payroll data, investigate discrepancies, and correct errors to maintain accurate employee compensation records.<br>• Support payroll audits by gathering documentation, validating transactions, and responding to internal or external review requests.<br>• Complete and review quarterly payroll tax reporting, including Form 941, to help ensure regulatory compliance.<br>• Generate and distribute year-end payroll records, including W-2 forms, with careful attention to accuracy and timing.<br>• Use Microsoft Excel to analyze payroll data, prepare reports, and track payroll-related trends or exceptions.
  • 2026-11-09T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Norfolk, VA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 24.7 - 28.6 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support a non-profit organization in Norfolk, Virginia. This position will oversee accurate and timely payroll processing for a large employee population across multiple states while helping maintain compliance with applicable wage, tax, and reporting requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on payroll expertise, experience with ADP Workforce Now, and the ability to manage high-volume payroll operations with precision.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process end-to-end payroll for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and proper documentation.</p><p>• Administer multi-state payroll activities and apply federal, state, and local payroll regulations to maintain compliance.</p><p>• Use ADP Workforce Now to manage payroll entries, review calculations, validate deductions, and finalize payroll runs.</p><p>• Audit payroll data such as hours worked, earnings, garnishments, benefits, and tax withholdings to resolve discrepancies before payroll submission.</p><p>• Investigate payroll questions from employees and internal stakeholders, providing clear and timely issue resolution.</p><p>• Prepare payroll-related reports and support recordkeeping requirements for internal review, compliance, and reconciliation purposes.</p><p>• Coordinate with HR and finance teams to ensure employee changes, compensation updates, and deductions are reflected correctly in payroll.</p><p>• Support payroll process improvements and assist with payroll-related system updates or workflow changes when needed.</p>
  • 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Sunny, FL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Payroll Specialist – Sunny Isles Beach</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Sunny Isles Beach, FL</p><p><br></p><p>Sunny Isles Beach is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to process payroll accurately and efficiently while ensuring compliance with applicable payroll regulations and municipal policies. The ideal candidate will have experience with municipal or government payroll and proficiency in <strong>Tyler Munis</strong> software.</p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Process biweekly or scheduled payroll for municipal employees.</li><li>Review and verify timesheets, hours worked, overtime, leave balances, and payroll adjustments.</li><li>Calculate and process payroll deductions, tax withholdings, benefits, and other employee payments.</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records and employee information in Tyler Munis.</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and investigate discrepancies.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.</li><li>Assist with payroll reporting, audits, and year-end processing, including W-2s.</li><li>Respond to employee inquiries regarding paychecks, deductions, and payroll discrepancies.</li><li>Maintain the confidentiality of employee payroll and personnel information.</li><li>Collaborate with Human Resources, Finance, and other municipal departments as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-27T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Wayne, PA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 28 - 28 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support a high-volume payroll operation for a six-month contract position based in Wayne, Pennsylvania. This role will manage payroll activities for a large multi-state employee population, ensuring pay is processed accurately and on schedule for both hourly and salaried staff. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on payroll experience, attention to detail, and confidence working within enterprise payroll platforms in a fast-paced remote environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process bi-weekly payroll for approximately 1,000+ employees across multiple states, maintaining accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with applicable regulations.</p><p>• Administer end-to-end payroll activities for both exempt and non-exempt employees, including earnings, deductions, adjustments, and final pay processing.</p><p>• Review and manage payroll-related deductions such as garnishments, tax withholdings, and other required withholdings to ensure proper calculation and remittance.</p><p>• Maintain employee payroll records by entering new employees, updating status changes, and processing employee terminations in payroll systems.</p><p>• Investigate payroll discrepancies, resolve issues efficiently, and partner with internal stakeholders to address employee pay questions.</p><p>• Use payroll platforms such as Dayforce, Workday, and ADP Workforce Now to support accurate data management and payroll execution.</p><p>• Assist with managing payroll workloads associated with high-volume processing needs and operational backlogs while meeting established deadlines.</p>
  • 2026-10-30T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Greensboro, NC
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 23 - 26 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our team in Greensboro, North Carolina on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This position is ideal for someone who can manage end-to-end payroll operations with accuracy, maintain compliance across multiple states, and support a high-volume employee population. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process complete payroll cycles for a large employee base, ensuring timely and accurate wage calculations, deductions, and distributions.</p><p>• Administer payroll for employees working in multiple states while applying applicable tax rules, wage laws, and compliance requirements.</p><p>• Use payroll platforms such as Workday and ADP Workforce Now to review records, validate entries, and complete payroll processing tasks.</p><p>• Audit payroll data on a regular basis to identify discrepancies, resolve errors, and maintain accurate employee compensation records.</p><p>• Coordinate with internal teams to gather timekeeping, earnings, and deduction information needed for each payroll run.</p><p>• Respond to payroll-related questions from employees and stakeholders, providing clear guidance on payments, withholdings, and adjustments.</p><p>• Prepare payroll reports and supporting documentation for leadership, audits, and compliance reviews.</p><p>• Maintain current knowledge of payroll regulations and apply updates to processes as needed to support ongoing compliance.</p>
  • 2026-11-03T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Wayne, PA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 35 - 38 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for an organization in Wayne Pennsylvania. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone who is confident managing end-to-end payroll activities across multiple states while maintaining compliance and precision. The right candidate will bring strong experience with high-volume payroll processing and the ability to work effectively within ADP Workforce Now.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process full-cycle payroll from data review through final distribution for a workforce of more than 500 employees.</p><p>• Administer multi-state payroll activities while applying federal, state, and local payroll regulations accurately.</p><p>• Review payroll records, earnings, deductions, taxes, and adjustments to ensure complete and error-free processing.</p><p>• Use ADP Workforce Now to maintain employee payroll information, execute payroll runs, and generate supporting reports.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, responding to questions from employees and internal partners in a timely manner.</p><p>• Reconcile payroll-related data and confirm accuracy between timekeeping, employee records, and payroll outputs.</p><p>• Support compliance with internal controls, reporting requirements, and payroll documentation standards.</p><p>• Assist with payroll-related process updates or system-related changes as needed within the scope of ongoing operations.</p>
  • 2026-10-30T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Mt. Laurel, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 60000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We have partnered with a non-profit on their search for a Payroll Specialist with proven expertise processing payroll for 300+ individuals and the ability to resolve payroll tax inquires. As the Payroll Specialist, you will process bi-weekly payroll accurately and timely, review timekeeping administration, prepare journal entries, maintain client records, reconcile payroll, process garnishments/deductions, prepare payroll adjustments, coordinate with HR department as needed, assist with benefits enrollment, and join in the audit process. This candidate must have knowledge of payroll, wage and tax laws, and have the ability to prepare filings for federal and state quarterly and annual payroll reports.</p><p> </p><p>How you will make an impact</p><p>·      Enter and process payroll data</p><p>·      Adjust payroll errors</p><p>·      Assist with general accounting tasks</p><p>·      Handle incoming payroll call inquiries</p><p>·      Perform payroll audits</p><p>·      Complete payroll journal entries</p><p>·      Respond to payroll inquiries</p><p>·      Tax Reporting</p><p>·      Process year end tax documents</p><p>·      Prepare weekly/monthly payroll reports</p>
  • 2026-10-16T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 50000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a busy organization in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, attentive to detail, and comfortable balancing multiple priorities in a deadline-driven setting. The successful candidate will contribute to payroll accuracy, maintain reliable records, and provide responsive support to employees and internal stakeholders.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Maintain payroll and timekeeping records by entering and updating employee data with a high degree of accuracy<br>• Review payroll registers and supporting reports to identify discrepancies and ensure records are complete before processing<br>• Execute regular payroll cycles on schedule, confirming employees are paid correctly and on time<br>• Record deduction arrears, monitor outstanding balances, and help keep related payroll information current<br>• Prepare and support payroll tax filings as well as reporting tied to fringe benefits and other required withholdings<br>• Assist with related accounting and administrative activities that support day-to-day department operations<br>• Respond to payroll-related questions from employees and internal teams with professionalism and clarity<br>• Carry out additional assignments and special projects as directed by leadership
  • 2026-10-09T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Newark, NJ
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 27 - 30 USD / Hourly
  • A well-established nonprofit organization in Newark is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist for a contract-to-permanent opportunity. This role is ideal for a payroll detail oriented with hands-on ADP Workforce Now experience who wants to make an impact at a mission-driven organization. The selected candidate will own the end-to-end payroll process and serve as a key resource for employees on pay-related questions. Key Responsibilities Process accurate and timely bi-weekly or semi-monthly payroll using ADP Workforce Now Enter and maintain employee data including new hires, terminations, pay changes, deductions, and garnishments Review timecards and reconcile hours, overtime, PTO, and accruals before payroll submission Reconcile payroll registers and prepare payroll journal entries for the general ledger Allocate payroll costs across grants, programs, and funding sources in accordance with nonprofit requirements Process benefit deductions, 403(b) retirement contributions, and related remittances Ensure compliance with federal, state (NJ), and local payroll tax regulations Support quarterly and year-end reporting, including W-2 preparation and review Respond to employee payroll inquiries professionally and confidentially Assist with annual audits by preparing payroll schedules and documentation Partner with HR and Finance on onboarding, benefits, and process improvements
  • 2026-11-05T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Canton, OH
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 25 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a large manufacturing workforce in Canton, Ohio. This Long-term Contract position will manage end-to-end payroll activities for approximately 1,500 employees, including union and non-union populations across hourly and salaried pay groups. The role requires strong attention to detail, accuracy in multi-state payroll processing, and the ability to work effectively with bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll schedules.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process complete payroll cycles for approximately 1,500 employees, ensuring accurate and timely pay for hourly and salaried team members.<br>• Administer payroll for union and non-union employee groups while applying contract terms, payroll rules, and company policies correctly.<br>• Manage multi-state payroll activities and verify compliance with applicable wage, tax, and regulatory requirements.<br>• Review timekeeping records, earnings, deductions, garnishments, and tax withholdings to resolve discrepancies before payroll submission.<br>• Coordinate bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll runs and perform audits to maintain payroll accuracy and data integrity.<br>• Use payroll and timekeeping systems such as UKG Ready, Kronos, and SAP to maintain employee payroll records and support payroll processing.<br>• Prepare payroll reports, reconcile payroll data, and assist with inquiries from employees, managers, and internal stakeholders.<br>• Support payroll-related system updates or process changes as needed while helping maintain continuity in day-to-day payroll operations.
  • 2026-10-26T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • St Marys City, MD
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 31.825 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support weekly payroll operations for a higher education environment in Maryland. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who can balance precision, confidentiality, and strong collaboration while managing payroll activities for a diverse employee population. The role works closely with human resources leadership to maintain compliant payroll practices, support reporting needs, and help ensure employees are paid accurately and on time.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Administer end-to-end weekly payroll processing for multiple employee groups, ensuring accurate calculations, timely submission, and adherence to applicable policies and regulations.<br>• Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation for permanent, contingent, and student employees, keeping files organized, current, and audit-ready.<br>• Coordinate salary updates, stipends, contract pay changes, promotions, and other compensation adjustments with the appropriate internal and external stakeholders.<br>• Manage year-end payroll activities and prepare required information for audits, serving as a key point of contact for external and legislative reviewers.<br>• Update and maintain employee data within payroll and HR systems, ensuring information integrity across contracts, status changes, and personnel actions.<br>• Partner with HR leadership to support policy administration, employee training needs, and feedback processes that improve workforce operations.<br>• Act as a liaison with central payroll and budget-related agencies to resolve payroll issues, submit required transactions, and support compensation administration.<br>• Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports, including weekly, monthly, quarterly, annual, and compliance-related personnel and payroll reporting.<br>• Support payroll-related onboarding and offboarding activities, and assist employees with questions related to pay, timekeeping, and attendance.<br>• Serve in designated compliance and employee-relations support functions, including campus security authority responsibilities and backup participation in unemployment hearings when needed.
  • 2026-11-09T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Hackensack, NJ
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 27.7115 - 32.087 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a healthcare organization in New Jersey in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This onsite role supports a high-volume payroll function for a large hourly workforce and is ideal for someone who is accurate, organized, and confident working with detailed payroll data. The position will play an important part in ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time while partnering closely with internal payroll leadership.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage end-to-end biweekly payroll processing for approximately 500 hourly employees, ensuring timely and accurate pay distribution.<br>• Review timekeeping records, validate hours worked, and resolve discrepancies before each payroll cycle is finalized.<br>• Maintain payroll data in applicable systems and update employee records as needed to support accurate processing.<br>• Use advanced Excel functions, including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables, to reconcile payroll information and prepare reporting.<br>• Partner with payroll and administrative team members to address employee pay questions and investigate payroll-related issues.<br>• Ensure payroll activities align with applicable New Jersey wage and hour requirements and internal controls.<br>• Support payroll operations within current timekeeping and payroll platforms, including exposure to payroll systems when applicable.
  • 2026-10-27T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Rochester, NY
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 24 - 28 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Job Description</strong></p><p>Robert Half is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist for a contract-to-hire opportunity with one of our clients. This role is ideal for a payroll professional with experience processing payroll accurately and efficiently, maintaining employee records, and supporting compliance with payroll regulations.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process weekly, biweekly, or semi-monthly payroll for employees accurately and on time</li><li>Review timekeeping records and resolve payroll discrepancies</li><li>Maintain payroll records, deductions, garnishments, and tax withholdings</li><li>Assist with payroll reconciliations and reporting</li><li>Support compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations</li><li>Respond to employee payroll questions in a professional and timely manner</li><li>Partner with HR and accounting teams to ensure accurate employee and compensation data</li><li>Assist with year-end payroll activities, including W-2 preparation and related reporting</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-11-04T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Stamford, CT
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 28 - 40 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Job Summary</strong></p><p>We are hiring a 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.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><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><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-23T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Lawrence, KS
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>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! </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• 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.</p><p>• Review timekeeping records each pay period, coordinate with supervisors on missed punches or approval issues, and resolve exceptions before payroll is finalized.</p><p>• Maintain paid time off and leave accrual structures in the payroll system and verify that employee balances remain accurate and up to date.</p><p>• Oversee the payroll schedule by communicating key deadlines, cutoffs, and submission requirements to managers and operating locations.</p><p>• Manage payroll system configuration such as earnings codes, deduction settings, job classifications, and entity-level setup while contributing to process enhancements.</p><p>• Support payroll onboarding for newly acquired businesses by organizing employee data conversion, tax setup, deduction mapping, and parallel payroll validation.</p><p>• Handle payroll tax administration by establishing state and local accounts, monitoring rates, reconciling filings, and responding to agency inquiries or notices.</p><p>• Process garnishments, child support withholdings, and tax levies in accordance with applicable laws, while coordinating required communication with employees and agencies.</p><p>• 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.</p><p>• Reconcile benefit deductions and carrier invoices, assist with open enrollment updates, and process retirement plan contribution remittances accurately and on time.</p>
  • 2026-10-30T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Houston, TX
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 27.55 - 31.9 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> 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.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for someone with foundational payroll experience who is looking to expand their exposure to <strong>weekly, in-house, multi-state payroll processing</strong>. The ideal candidate is tech-savvy, dependable, and comfortable taking initiative in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><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><p><br></p>
  • 2026-11-04T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 22 - 26 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking a <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> 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.</p><p>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.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><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
  • Otsego, MN
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 32 - 38 USD / Hourly
  • <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process payroll from initial data review through final submission, ensuring employees are paid correctly and on schedule.</p><p>• Maintain payroll records by verifying hours, earnings, deductions, and other pay-related information for accuracy.</p><p>• Administer garnishments, withholdings, and other required adjustments in accordance with applicable guidelines.</p><p>• Review payroll changes such as new hires, status updates, and compensation adjustments before each pay cycle.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies by working closely with internal contacts and supporting documentation.</p><p>• Prepare payroll-related reports and assist with audits, reconciliations, and recordkeeping needs.</p><p>• Help support payroll-related administrative tasks, including updates tied to process or system changes when needed.</p>
  • 2026-10-29T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Concord, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 32 - 40 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Contract </p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a dynamic and growing organization to find an experienced <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong>. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring employees are compensated accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with payroll regulations. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your payroll career while working closely with a supportive and collaborative team.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process semi-monthly, biweekly, or weekly payroll for employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Maintain payroll records, including wage adjustments, benefit deductions, and tax withholding.</li><li>Review and reconcile payroll reports to ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations.</li><li>Respond promptly to employee inquiries about payroll, deductions, or tax issues.</li><li>Assist with annual reporting requirements, including W-2 and 1099 processing.</li><li>Calculate and process bonuses, overtime, and commissions where applicable.</li><li>Collaborate with HR to ensure accurate onboarding of employee information.</li><li>Stay updated on payroll laws and regulations, including applicable state or regional requirements.</li><li>Assist with audits and liaise with external auditors or agencies when necessary.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-26T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 60000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a construction company in Las Vegas, Nevada. This position focuses on managing union payroll with accuracy, maintaining compliance across multiple jurisdictions (NV, UT, ID &amp; CA), and supporting related reporting obligations. The role also contributes to accounting and project administration tasks after core payroll work is completed.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process weekly payroll for union employees within a construction environment, ensuring timely and accurate pay distribution.</p><p>• Prepare and submit certified payroll records and prevailing wage documentation in accordance with project and regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Complete monthly union fringe benefit reporting and verify contributions are recorded correctly.</p><p>• Monitor payroll practices for compliance with multi-state wage, tax, and labor regulations.</p><p>• Coordinate payroll activities involving Laborers, Cement Masons, and Carpenters unions while maintaining proper documentation.</p><p>• Review garnishments, deductions, and other payroll adjustments to ensure they are applied correctly.</p><p>• Support accounting and project management administrative work during periods outside of payroll processing.</p><p>• Use payroll and reporting systems such as Deltek ComputerEase, LCPtracker, eComply, and Excel to maintain records and prepare required submissions.</p>
  • 2026-10-28T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Eugene, OR
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 22 - 30 USD / Hourly
  • <p>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.</p><p>Responsibilities:</p><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><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-23T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 28.5 - 30 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our team in Santa Barbara, California on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent role. This position will manage payroll operations for a large employee population across multiple states, ensuring accurate and timely processing while maintaining compliance with applicable regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on experience with end-to-end payroll administration and is comfortable working with systems such as ADP Workforce Now and Paylocity.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage complete payroll processing from time collection through final distribution for a workforce of more than 500 employees.<br>• Review employee timesheets for accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and ensure payroll data is approved within established deadlines.<br>• Administer multi-state payroll activities while applying appropriate wage and hour rules, tax requirements, and other regulatory standards.<br>• Maintain payroll records, deductions, garnishments, and related updates in payroll systems with a high level of accuracy.<br>• Use ADP Workforce Now, Paylocity, and other payroll applications to process recurring bi-monthly payroll cycles efficiently.<br>• Calculate earnings, adjustments, taxes, and withholdings and verify that all payroll transactions are properly recorded.<br>• Respond to payroll-related questions from employees and internal partners with clear, timely, and effective communication.<br>• Support payroll-related system or process updates as needed while helping maintain continuity and compliance in daily operations.
  • 2026-10-30T00:00:00Z
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