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Payroll Specialist

Columbia, SC
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Temporary to Hire
25 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a collaborative finance team in Columbia, South Carolina in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position supports payroll operations for a workforce of approximately 600 employees and is ideal for someone who can manage recurring deadlines with accuracy and professionalism. The role offers standard hours and works closely with the Controller in a remote-friendly environment that values flexibility, teamwork, and respectful communication. Responsibilities: • Administer end-to-end payroll processing across three monthly payroll cycles, including exempt and non-exempt employee groups. • Review payroll data for accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and ensure timely completion of each pay run. • Manage multi-state payroll activities in compliance with applicable wage, tax, and reporting requirements. • Process payroll-related adjustments such as returns, corrections, and follow-up items that arise between scheduled cycles. • Maintain payroll records within Paycom and support ongoing use of HR and payroll systems to keep employee information current. • Partner with the Controller and internal stakeholders to address payroll questions, research issues, and provide dependable operational support. • Monitor payroll deadlines and help sustain consistent service levels in a fully remote team setting. • Contribute to payroll continuity by documenting processes and assisting with coverage during absences or shifting business needs.
2026-05-26T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

New York, NY
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Temporary to Hire
29.2885 - 33.913 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a healthcare organization in New York, New York in a contract capacity with the potential for a long-term opportunity. This position is ideal for a payroll specialist who can manage complex, high-volume payroll operations with accuracy, discretion, and strong attention to deadlines. The role will support multi-state payroll processing and help ensure employees are paid correctly and on time while maintaining compliance with applicable payroll regulations. Responsibilities:• Process end-to-end payroll for a large employee population of more than 500 team members across multiple states.• Review payroll data for accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and ensure timely completion of each payroll cycle.• Administer payroll activities using ADP Workforce Now and ADP Enterprise to maintain reliable employee and compensation records.• Monitor payroll-related deductions, taxes, garnishments, and benefit withholdings to support compliant processing.• Partner with HR, finance, and internal stakeholders to address payroll questions and research employee pay issues.• Prepare payroll reports, reconcile payroll totals, and maintain documentation needed for audits and internal review.• Support payroll updates, configuration changes, or process-related system activities as needed within the payroll environment.• Stay current on federal, state, and local payroll requirements to help maintain compliance across jurisdictions
2026-06-03T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Indianapolis, IN
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to manage accurate and timely payroll operations for a mid-sized workforce in Indianapolis, Indiana. This position supports end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring employee pay, deductions, and garnishment activity are handled in compliance with company policies and applicable regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, solid payroll knowledge, and the ability to maintain confidentiality while working in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Process full-cycle payroll, ensuring each pay run is completed accurately and on schedule.• Review timesheets, earnings, deductions, and adjustments to confirm payroll data is complete and correct before final submission.• Administer payroll-related deductions, including garnishments, tax withholdings, and benefit contributions, in accordance with legal and company requirements.• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies by working with employees, managers, and internal partners to correct issues promptly.• Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation with a high level of accuracy, organization, and confidentiality.• Prepare payroll reports and assist with audits, reconciliations, and other payroll-related reviews as needed.• Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and apply updates to payroll processing practices when necessary.
2026-06-03T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Chatham, NJ
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Temporary / Contract
27.7115 - 32.087 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a team of approximately 300 employees. This is a Long-term Contract position offering a stable opportunity for a highly organized candidate with recent hands-on Paylocity experience and advanced Excel skills. The ideal candidate will manage recurring payroll activities with accuracy, maintain organized records, and help ensure timely processing for both salaried and hourly staff. Responsibilities: • Administer end-to-end payroll processing for a workforce of roughly 300 employees, including both exempt and non-exempt team members. • Complete semi-monthly payroll cycles with a strong focus on timeliness, compliance, and data accuracy. • Review payroll data, validate earnings and deductions, and resolve discrepancies before final submission. • Use Paylocity to maintain payroll records and execute regular payroll-related tasks based on current employee information. • Prepare payroll-related spreadsheet files and support journal entry imports into QuickBooks using Excel-based templates. • Reconcile payroll figures and assist with documentation needed for reporting, audits, and internal recordkeeping. • Collaborate with relevant internal stakeholders to address payroll questions and support smooth day-to-day operations. • Track payroll changes such as compensation updates, hour adjustments, and other employee payment details to ensure accurate processing.
2026-06-02T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Charleston, SC
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Temporary to Hire
19.7885 - 22.913 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a workforce of more than 400 employees in Charleston, South Carolina. This contract opportunity offers a part-time schedule of approximately 10 to 15 hours per week, with flexibility to increase hours after training and a typical onsite commitment of about two days each week. The ideal candidate will bring strong payroll expertise, accuracy, and confidence managing multi-state processing in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Process end-to-end payroll accurately and on schedule for a multi-state employee population of more than 400 team members. • Review payroll records, earnings, deductions, taxes, and time data to ensure each pay cycle is complete and compliant. • Maintain and update employee payroll information in ADP Workforce Now and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner. • Partner with internal contacts to answer payroll-related questions and provide clear follow-up on payment issues or corrections. • Support payroll audits, reporting, and documentation to help maintain organized and reliable payroll records. • Assist with payroll-related process updates and system changes as needed while helping ensure continuity in day-to-day operations.
2026-06-03T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Lebanon, NH
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Permanent / Full Time
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a dependable Payroll Specialist to manage payroll operations for an organization in Lebanon, New Hampshire. This position supports a workforce of approximately 150 employees and plays an important role in ensuring pay is processed accurately, on time, and in compliance with applicable regulations. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-focused, and comfortable working independently while collaborating closely with finance and human resources. Hybrid - 4 days WFH, 1 day onsite in Lebanon, NH4 weeks PTO Responsibilities:• Manage the full payroll cycle for roughly 150 employees, ensuring weekly payroll is completed accurately and within established deadlines.• Review time records, confirm leave balances, and apply pay-related updates such as earnings adjustments, overtime, shift differentials, and manual payments when needed.• Maintain payroll data throughout the employee lifecycle, including onboarding updates, status changes, compensation adjustments, tax withholding elections, and direct deposit information.• Prepare retirement contribution funding each pay period and reconcile related amounts to support accurate 403(b) administration.• Complete required federal, state, and local payroll tax deposits and filings in accordance with reporting deadlines.• Reconcile payroll-related ledger accounts, post journal entries, and help ensure payroll figures align with financial records each month.• Monitor payroll liabilities such as garnishments, benefit deductions, and tax withholdings to support accurate account balances.• Work closely with HR and finance to verify benefit deductions, resolve discrepancies, and support overall payroll accuracy and compliance.
2026-06-03T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Laurens, SC
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Temporary to Hire
29.45 - 34.1 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a power distribution organization in Laurens, South Carolina on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This position will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing across a multi-state workforce while supporting payroll-related financial and compliance activities. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with full-cycle payroll, strong analytical ability, and confidence working with payroll systems in a high-volume environment. Responsibilities: • Administer end-to-end payroll processing for weekly and bi-weekly pay cycles, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule. • Manage multi-state payroll activities by applying current federal and state wage, tax, and compliance requirements. • Review payroll data for completeness and accuracy, including time records, earnings, deductions, and manual adjustments when needed. • Maintain payroll records and support internal control practices by verifying entries, reconciling discrepancies, and documenting changes appropriately. • Use payroll and accounting systems, including ADP Workforce Now or similar platforms, to process transactions and generate payroll-related reports. • Partner with HR, accounting, and other internal teams to resolve payroll questions, support billing or pay-related items, and maintain accurate employee information. • Analyze payroll issues and recommend appropriate solutions by exercising sound judgment and attention to detail in a fast-paced setting.
2026-06-03T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

New York, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our team in New York, New York. This hybrid role requires a detail-oriented individual with significant experience in managing payroll operations and ensuring compliance with regulations. You will play a key role in overseeing payroll processes while working closely with other departments to maintain efficiency and accuracy. Responsibilities: • Manage end-to-end payroll operations for employees, ensuring timely and accurate processing. • Handle payroll for garnishments and other deductions in compliance with legal requirements. • Utilize Workday software to execute payroll tasks and maintain records effectively. • Collaborate with internal teams to address payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies. • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations. • Maintain accurate documentation of payroll activities and employee records. • Process payroll for a workforce ranging from 101 to 500 employees. • Review and verify payroll reports for accuracy before submitting final payments. • Stay updated on changes in payroll laws and implement necessary adjustments. • Provide support during audits by preparing required payroll documentation.
2026-06-02T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Charlotte, NC
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Temporary / Contract
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and compliant payroll operations for a high-volume, multi-state workforce in Charlotte, North Carolina. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings strong full-cycle payroll expertise, works confidently in ADP Workforce Now, and can partner effectively across payroll, HR, and accounting functions. The right candidate will help maintain reliable payroll processing, address employee questions, and contribute to reporting, reconciliations, and regulatory compliance. This is a Part-Time opportunity approximately 10 hours weekly. Responsibilities:• Administer end-to-end payroll processing for a large employee population, ensuring timely and accurate pay for multi-state teams.• Maintain organized payroll documentation and produce reports related to earnings, withholdings, benefit deductions, and other payroll activity.• Prepare and submit payroll tax documentation, including recurring filings and year-end forms such as W-2s and 1099s.• Research payroll variances, identify root causes, and resolve issues promptly to minimize disruption to employees and the business.• Monitor payroll practices for alignment with applicable tax rules, labor requirements, and internal standards.• Work closely with HR and accounting partners to support payroll procedures, data integrity, and consistent policy application.• Review payroll records through routine audits and reconciliations to confirm completeness, accuracy, and compliance.• Assist with payroll account balancing and provide support during month-end and year-end close activities.• Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, and compensation-related matters in a timely and clear manner.
2026-06-02T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Chicago, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $90,000-$95,000 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]. The best way to beat the cold is in a new role that pays more! Key Responsibilities: o Process payroll for nine entities within ADP Workforce Now, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.o Review and validate timekeeping, earnings, deductions, benefits, and adjustments prior to final submission.o Maintain payroll records and support payroll onboarding/offboarding activities.o Reconcile the payroll sub-ledger to the general ledger for all entities. o Prepare and post payroll-related journal entries.o Investigate and resolve discrepancies in partnership with the Accounting/Finance team.o Remit federal, state, and local payroll taxes accurately and on schedule.o Prepare and submit government reporting and ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies.o Ensure compliance with all payroll laws, tax regulations, and company policies.o Set up payroll in new states, if required.o Prepare and distribute monthly, quarterly, and year-end payroll statements, including W-2s and other payroll-related filings.o Prepare annual W-2 reconciliations for tax workpapers.o Generate customized payroll reports for Finance, HR, and leadership as needed.o Maximize functionality and efficiency within ADP Workforce Now.o Identify opportunities for process enhancements that improve payroll accuracy, controls, and operating efficiency.o Administer Concur and ensure efficient processing of employee reimbursements.o Support audits and special projects as needed.
2026-05-07T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Houston, TX
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our client in downtown Houston, Texas. This onsite role involves supporting payroll operations for a prominent energy sector organization. The position is offered as a contract opportunity, with potential for long-term conversion based on performance and business needs. Responsibilities:• Utilize Workday software to manage payroll operations efficiently and accurately.• Process payroll taxes and garnishments while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.• Upload payroll data into SmartCompliance systems to facilitate reporting and processing.• Oversee biweekly, weekly, and monthly payroll cycles, including the administration of six annual bonus payouts.• Perform payroll adjustments and handle offshore payroll tasks as necessary.• Gradually take ownership of the entire payroll process to ensure seamless operations and team support.
2026-05-28T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Smithville, TN
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Temporary to Hire
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team in Smithville, Tennessee in a contract capacity with permanent potential. This role is ideal for someone who can manage high-volume payroll activities with precision while supporting employees and partnering with accounting and HR teams. The position focuses on accurate payroll administration, benefits-related deductions, compliance reporting, and timely resolution of payroll questions in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Manage weekly and semi-monthly payroll cycles for a large employee population, ensuring pay is processed accurately, on schedule, and in line with regulatory and company requirements. • Prepare and deliver payroll journal information to the accounting team and support accurate financial reporting tied to payroll activity. • Submit retirement contribution files on a weekly basis and coordinate related deductions to maintain accurate benefit funding. • Administer wage garnishment activity, maintain payroll data within company systems, and keep employee records current, complete, and confidential. • Produce recurring payroll reports for monthly, quarterly, and year-end deadlines, including support for annual tax document preparation and filing. • Track paid time off balances, review sick and vacation usage, and calculate accruals to ensure leave records remain accurate. • Monitor timekeeping records and review benefit deductions, including health insurance contributions and weekly invoice-related payroll impacts. • Process employee expense reimbursements through payroll and work closely with HR on terminations, deduction changes, garnishments, and other sensitive pay matters. • Assist internal and external audit requests by gathering payroll documentation and contribute to improvements in payroll procedures, policies, and system efficiency. • Respond to employee questions regarding pay, benefits, and deductions with timely and accurate guidance.
2026-06-01T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Franklin, TN
remote
Temporary / Contract
30.875 - 35.75 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support complex payroll operations for a large workforce in Franklin, Tennessee. This Long-term Contract position focuses on accurate payroll processing across U.S. jurisdictions, with added responsibility for union construction payroll, certified payroll reporting, Canadian payroll support, and workers’ compensation coordination. The ideal candidate brings strong technical payroll knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage detailed compliance requirements in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Manage end-to-end payroll processing for a high-volume employee population, ensuring timely and accurate payment across multiple states. • Administer specialized union construction payroll covering multiple trades and a wide range of collective bargaining agreements with distinct pay rules and reciprocity considerations. • Calculate, track, and remit union-related obligations, including dues and benefit contributions such as retirement, health and welfare, and vacation funds based on applicable agreement terms. • Prepare and submit certified payroll reports for client projects and government-related work, maintaining compliance with required wage, hour, and payment documentation standards. • Support external reviews and audits connected to union funds, certified payroll activity, and project-specific payroll records by organizing documentation and responding to inquiries. • Assist with Canadian payroll activities, including payroll processing considerations tied to federal and provincial requirements and related statutory deductions. • Partner with internal stakeholders to maintain accurate workers’ compensation cost allocation, support annual estimates and true-up activity, and help ensure payroll charges align with job-level reporting. • Use ADP Workforce Now and other payroll tools to maintain employee payroll data, validate earnings and deductions, and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
2026-05-27T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Hopkins, MN
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Permanent / Full Time
56000 - 63000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support accurate and compliant payroll operations for a multi-state workforce in Minnesota. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with data, solving discrepancies, and partnering with internal teams to keep payroll processes running smoothly. The Payroll Clerk will play an important part in reporting, audit support, and ongoing process improvements while delivering responsive service to employees and stakeholders. Responsibilities:• Administer payroll for employees across multiple states, ensuring each pay cycle is completed accurately, on schedule, and in accordance with applicable regulations.• Review payroll records and validate earnings, deductions, taxes, and other entries to detect and correct issues before final processing.• Maintain adherence to federal, state, and local payroll requirements as well as organizational payroll standards and procedures.• Partner with cross-functional teams to investigate payroll-related data or system concerns and help resolve processing challenges efficiently.• Prepare payroll reports, evaluate trends in payroll data, and contribute to efforts that strengthen reporting consistency and data accuracy.• Assist with audit requests by compiling payroll documentation, completing reconciliations, and providing supporting records for internal and external reviews.• Contribute to quarter-end and year-end payroll activities, including tasks related to balancing, reporting, and final review.• Provide coverage and operational support for payroll leadership when needed to help maintain continuity within the department.• Respond to employee and stakeholder payroll questions with professionalism, clear communication, and a strong customer service mindset.• Help improve payroll operations by identifying opportunities to streamline workflows, increase standardization, and support accurate benefits-related deductions and reporting.
2026-05-20T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Houston, TX
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Temporary / Contract
31 - 38 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support a fast-paced organization in Houston, Texas within the Oil & Gas field services sector. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings strong experience across payroll and benefits administration and can manage a high-volume, multi-state payroll environment with accuracy and consistency. The role will focus on ensuring timely bi-weekly payroll processing for a large employee population while helping maintain compliance with applicable union, tax, and benefits requirements. Responsibilities: • Process end-to-end bi-weekly payroll for more than 500 employees across multiple locations, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance. • Administer payroll activities for employees working in up to nine states, including proper handling of state-specific tax and wage requirements. • Review payroll data, earnings, deductions, and adjustments to identify and resolve discrepancies before final submission. • Support benefits-related payroll functions by coordinating deductions, enrollments, changes, and reconciliations with accuracy. • Manage union payroll components, including applicable pay rules, deductions, and reporting obligations. • Maintain employee payroll records in ADP Workforce Now and ensure updates are entered correctly for new hires, status changes, and terminations. • Respond to payroll and benefits inquiries from employees and internal stakeholders in a thorough and timely manner. • Partner with internal teams to reconcile payroll reports, support audits, and assist with compliance documentation as needed.
2026-06-02T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Chicago, IL
remote
Temporary to Hire
38 - 44 USD / Hourly
Our client is undergoing a major payroll transformation and is seeking a highly analytical, self-sufficient payroll professional to help stabilize and improve U.S. payroll operations. This is a critical hire for a team in transition, with an immediate need for someone who can step in, assess current processes, and drive payroll accuracy and compliance with minimal training.This is not a payroll data entry role. The ideal candidate will bring recent, hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now (WFN), strong systems aptitude, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to identify issues, improve workflows, and support a broader payroll modernization effort. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process end-to-end payroll for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule.</li><li>Administer payroll activities across multiple states while applying applicable wage, tax, and compliance requirements.</li><li>Support and help streamline U.S. payroll operations during a period of transition</li><li>Ensure payroll processes align with tax compliance requirements and payroll regulations</li><li>Partner on payroll remediation efforts tied to audit findings, tax notices, and compliance gaps</li><li>Work across payroll systems including ADP Workforce Now, UKG, SAP, and SAP SuccessFactors</li><li>Analyze payroll data for accuracy, trends, discrepancies, and process improvement opportunities</li><li>Use advanced Excel functions to transform, validate, and reconcile payroll data</li><li>Support union payroll considerations and multi-state payroll compliance</li><li>Quickly learn new systems and adapt to changing processes and priorities</li><li>Help create structure and stability within a team that is evolving rapidly</li></ul>
2026-05-13T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Decatur, AL
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Temporary / Contract
33 - 38 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a chemicals manufacturing organization in Decatur, Alabama. This contract opportunity with the potential to go permanent is ideal for a detail-oriented payroll specialist who can manage high-volume processing with accuracy and consistency across multiple jurisdictions. The role will support timely employee compensation, maintain payroll records, and help ensure compliance with company policies and applicable regulations. Responsibilities:• Process end-to-end payroll for a large employee population, ensuring wages, deductions, and adjustments are completed accurately and on schedule.• Administer multi-state payroll activities while following applicable tax, wage, and reporting requirements in each jurisdiction.• Use ADP Workforce Now to enter, review, validate, and finalize payroll data for regular and off-cycle runs.• Audit payroll records to identify discrepancies, resolve errors, and maintain complete documentation for each pay period.• Partner with HR, finance, and site leadership to address payroll questions, employee changes, and compensation updates.• Reconcile payroll-related reports and support compliance with internal controls, policies, and regulatory requirements.• Assist with payroll administration during periods of increased workload and provide dependable coverage for ongoing business needs.
2026-06-01T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Houston, TX
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Temporary to Hire
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
Our client is looking for a payroll specialist to join their team. This role will be 100% remote but will need to be based in Houston. Responsibilities:• Manage biweekly payroll processing across multiple states in ADP Workforce Now for several company codes, ensuring employees are paid correctly and on schedule.• Oversee high-volume payroll activity for both salaried and hourly populations, including payroll calculations, earnings review, deductions, and final validation before release.• Apply California payroll rules accurately, including state-specific pay practices, garnishment administration, and child support order processing.• Support employee reimbursement activity through Concur and help coordinate recurring wire payments required for designated employee groups.• Maintain payroll tax and compliance records by tracking state registrations, reviewing tax notices, and updating payroll data as needed across jurisdictions.• Enter and verify payroll-related information with a high level of accuracy while keeping supporting documentation organized and audit-ready.• Work closely with the payroll team to address compliance issues, share updates, and ensure continuity across day-to-day payroll operations.• Provide dependable support to field employees and internal partners by responding to payroll questions and promoting clear, consistent communication.• Adjust work hours during payroll cycles when needed to meet critical deadlines and preserve payroll accuracy.• Report to the office weekly to manage incoming mail, review physical documentation, and complete administrative payroll tasks.
2026-06-03T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Nampa, ID
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Temporary / Contract
23 - 26 USD / Hourly
We are continuing to look for an experienced Payroll Specialists to help assist local clients with their ongoing needs on a contract basis. The ideal candidate is someone who has experience for managing a company's payroll system, ensuring that all employees are paid accurately and on time. If you have a strong background in payroll administration and are looking for a dynamic work environment, we would love to speak with you.
2026-05-29T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

San Diego, CA
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Temporary to Hire
30.4 - 35.2 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a mission-driven non-profit organization in San Diego, California. This Contract to Permanent opportunity is ideal for a payroll specialist who can manage accurate payroll administration, maintain employee data integrity, and provide responsive support to internal stakeholders. The role partners closely with payroll and human resources leadership to help ensure timely processing, reliable reporting, and compliance with established procedures. Responsibilities: • Manage semi-monthly payroll cycles from data collection through final submission, and complete additional off-cycle payments or manual checks when required. • Prepare separation payments accurately, including eligible accrued time payouts and applicable benefit deductions for departing employees. • Maintain employee payroll records and update personnel data to support accurate pay, deductions, and reporting. • Research payroll questions, identify the source of discrepancies, and resolve issues in a timely and effective manner. • Review timekeeping records for accuracy, including hours worked, leave coding, meal period compliance, allocations, multiple pay rates, and approved adjustments. • Audit payroll results and produce reconciliations and reports for human resources, finance, accounting, and audit requests. • Review personnel action documentation and ensure system updates are completed correctly and in alignment with internal procedures. • Administer wage garnishments and support retirement plan processing, including enrollments, updates, terminations, and related deduction transfers. • Reconcile benefit invoices, investigate billing variances, and confirm payroll deductions align with enrolled benefit plans. • Process invoices related to payroll services and retrieve supporting documentation requested by internal teams or external auditors.
2026-05-28T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Foster City, CA
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Temporary / Contract
40.86 - 44.23 USD / Hourly
Full-Time Engagement Professional (FTEP) – Payroll Specialist Position Summary:We are seeking a Full-Time Engagement Professional (FTEP) with strong end-to-end payroll experience to support client projects and interim needs. This role is ideal for a payroll professional who has processed high-volume, multi-state payroll and can quickly adapt to new environments while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process high-volume payroll for up to 4,500 employees across multiple pay cycles</li><li>Manage multi-state payroll with specific experience handling Quick Pay requirements in California, Colorado, and Oregon</li><li>Administer payroll activities in ADP Workforce Now (WFN), including audits, maintenance, reporting, and issue resolution</li><li>Review and validate payroll data for accuracy, including earnings, deductions, taxes, garnishments, and benefit withholdings</li><li>Ensure payroll compliance with federal, state, and local regulations</li><li>Support payroll adjustments, off-cycle payments, final pay, and special payroll runs as needed</li><li>Partner with HR, finance, and internal stakeholders to resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries</li><li>Process and reconcile employee expense reports using Concur</li><li>Review submitted expenses for policy compliance, coding accuracy, and proper approvals</li><li>Assist with month-end reporting, payroll reconciliations, and audit support</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of payroll and employee information at all times</li></ul>
2026-06-02T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

South San Francisco, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
PLEASE CONTACT CHRISTINA TRAN AT ROBERT HALF FOR MORE DETAILS PAYROLL SPECIALIST - HYBRID 2 DAYS ONSITE90K-100K We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our expanding team. This role is vital to ensuring accurate and compliant payroll processing while supporting employees and managers with payroll-related inquiries. As a senior member of the payroll team, you will manage key aspects of payroll administration, reporting, and system maintenance. Responsibilities:• Process payroll accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and company policies.• Handle payroll transactions such as manual checks, pay adjustments, bonuses, reimbursements, leave processing, and garnishments.• Ensure timely and correct payment of payroll taxes and other deductions.• Conduct audits and reconcile payroll data, including reconciling balance sheets and preparing tax compliance schedules.• Assist in the preparation and validation of W-2 forms and maintain alignment with the general ledger.• Provide guidance to employees and managers on complex payroll issues, offering solutions and support.• Respond to inquiries from federal, state, and local agencies regarding payroll matters.• Maintain payroll systems by updating cost centers, codes, and ensuring system functionality.• Generate payroll reports and perform detailed data analysis for business insights.• Develop and document payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls to improve efficiency and compliance.
2026-06-02T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Los Angeles, CA
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Temporary / Contract
27 - 36 USD / Hourly
A company in Los Angeles is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to manage end-to-end bi-weekly payroll processing for approximately 500 employees using ADP. The Payroll Specialist will have strong payroll administration experience, a high level of accuracy, and the ability to ensure timely and compliant payroll operations. Based on general knowledge.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process bi-weekly payroll for 500 employees accurately and on time using ADP. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Maintain payroll records and ensure data integrity for wages, deductions, taxes, and direct deposits. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Review and audit payroll changes including new hires, terminations, benefits deductions, and compensation updates. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Respond to employee inquiries related to pay, taxes, deductions, and timekeeping. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and assist with month-end and year-end payroll activities. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Partner with HR and Accounting to support payroll accuracy and reporting. Based on general knowledge.</li></ul>
2026-05-18T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Salem, OR
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a dedicated Payroll Specialists who are detail-oriented, proficient in tax related regulations, and have experience utilizing an automated payroll system. The chosen candidates 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>
2026-05-21T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Chattanooga, TN
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Temporary to Hire
27 - 29 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a growing organization in Chattanooga, Tennessee on a contract-to-permanent basis. This position supports payroll operations for a large, multi-state workforce and plays a key role in keeping employee pay accurate, timely, and well-documented. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll processing experience, sound judgment when resolving pay-related questions, and confidence working with payroll data and reporting tools. Responsibilities:• Process bi-weekly payroll for a large employee population across numerous locations in multiple states, ensuring timely and accurate pay for hourly and salaried team members.• Review timesheet submissions, identify missing approvals or discrepancies, and coordinate with field teams to resolve outstanding payroll items before each pay cycle is finalized.• Enter and validate variable compensation details such as commissions, bonuses, deductions, and other earnings adjustments within the payroll system.• Investigate and respond to employee payroll concerns, including direct deposit changes, deduction questions, and other issues that affect paycheck accuracy.• Support garnishment administration by helping track, update, and maintain related payroll records in accordance with established procedures.• Prepare recurring payroll reports and share key data with leadership to support visibility into payroll activity, exceptions, and follow-up items.• Monitor payroll tax-related reporting and tracking needs while working within Paycom, which manages filing activity.• Generate and maintain scheduled files and exports, including monthly workers’ compensation reporting and payroll data downloads for analysis in Excel.• Assist with payroll maintenance activities between processing cycles, including audits, reconciliations, and updates that improve data quality and readiness for the next run. If you are interested in this role, please apply and then call (423)244-0726.
2026-06-01T00:00:00Z

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