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Payroll Manager

Ridgefield, WA
remote
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
Charlie Gilmur with Robert Half is searching for an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee end-to-end payroll operations for a multi-state workforce. This position plays a key role in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule while maintaining compliance with applicable wage and tax regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership skills, deep payroll expertise, and the ability to collaborate effectively with accounting, benefits, and HR teams. Responsibilities:• Direct full-cycle payroll processing across multiple states, business entities, and locations to ensure timely and accurate employee compensation.• Manage the payroll schedule from timekeeping approvals through final validation, funding coordination, and post-payroll balancing activities.• Review compensation changes, incentive payments, deductions, garnishments, overtime, final pay, and manual entries, resolving discrepancies before payroll submission.• Reconcile payroll results by entity and location and work closely with accounting on journal entries, accruals, and payroll-related liability accounts.• Oversee payroll tax payments, filings, and year-end reporting in partnership with the payroll provider, including compliance with W-2 and 1099 requirements.• Lead, coach, and support the payroll team by maintaining documented procedures, ensuring cross-coverage, and addressing recurring processing issues.• Monitor audit reports and exception findings, investigate errors promptly, and implement corrective actions to improve payroll accuracy.• Coordinate retirement contribution matching, support retirement plan audits, and assist with workers’ compensation and financial audit requests.• Partner with internal stakeholders to support the onboarding and payroll integration of newly acquired practices into Paylocity when needed. Please reach out to Charlie Gilmur with Robert Half to review this position. Job Order: 03600-0013541373
2026-11-11T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Chino, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
65 - 75 USD / Hourly
Our client is seeking a hands-on Payroll Manager / Consultant with experience in Workforce Software (WFS) and SAP Payroll to lead the end-to-end payroll function. This individual will also play a key role in payroll accounting, including general ledger reconciliations, payroll accruals, and month-end close activities. The ideal Payroll Consulting candidate combines strong payroll operations knowledge with solid accounting experience to ensure payroll accuracy, compliance, and financial reporting integrity. This project will be located onsite in Chino, CA. Responsibilities-Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing (400+ employees), tax withholdings, deductions, garnishments, and benefits administration-Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations-Coordinate year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and tax reporting-Reconcile payroll, benefits, taxes, and accrued compensation accounts within the general ledger-Monitor payroll accruals including PTO, bonus, commission, and incentive compensation liabilities
2026-11-09T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable & Payroll Specialist

Brunswick, ME
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
45760 - 58240 USD / Yearly
Robert Half has partnered with a locally owned construction company to locate an Accounts Payable - Payroll Specialist with administrative skills for a full time position with benefits. This is an on-site position, must live in Maine. The ideal AP- Payroll candidate will have the following skills and experience:<ul><li>1+ year Accounts Payable including check runs</li><li>Payroll experience for small company</li><li>Administrative skills for some office work</li><li>Pleasant communication skills to answer phone</li><li>Intermediate Excel skills</li><li>Some accounting coursework preferred </li></ul> Employer offers benefits including: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k with match, paid vacation and holidays. For consideration, please apply online with resume.If you're already working with a RH recruiter, please reach out to us directly.Jennifer Thompson Robert Half Finance & Acccounting - Permanent Placement
2026-11-10T00:00:00Z

Part-Time Payroll Specialist

Concord, NH
onsite
Temporary / Contract
22.8 - 27.4 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Part-Time Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a financial services organization in Concord, New Hampshire. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage payroll activities accurately and efficiently across a large employee population while maintaining compliance with multi-state requirements. The right candidate will bring hands-on experience with full-cycle payroll processing, strong familiarity with Paylocity, and the ability to contribute to benefits-related payroll support. Responsibilities:• Administer end-to-end payroll processing for employees, ensuring timely and accurate pay each cycle.• Manage payroll activities across multiple states while applying current tax, wage, and compliance requirements.• Maintain and audit payroll records for a workforce of more than 50 employees to verify accuracy and completeness.• Use Paylocity to enter, review, and reconcile payroll data, deductions, taxes, and adjustments.• Partner with internal stakeholders to address payroll discrepancies, respond to employee questions, and resolve issues efficiently.• Support benefits-related payroll entries, including deductions, updates, and related reconciliations.• Review payroll reports and perform quality checks to identify variances before final submission.• Assist with payroll-related process updates or system-related changes as needed to maintain smooth operations.
2026-11-06T00:00:00Z

Sr. Payroll Specialist

Cranbury, NJ
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
98000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
benefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>dental insurance</li><li>paid vision insurance</li><li>paid life insurance</li><li>long-term disability insurance</li><li>Discretionary performance bonus</li><li>Paid parental leave</li><li>Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), including holidays, vacation, and sick pay</li><li>Flexible work hours</li></ul>This role is highly hands-on and responsible for the full end-to-end payroll process, managing accurate and compliant multi-state payroll from data entry through reconciliation, reporting, and payroll tax compliance. The position requires extensive experience with Workday and ADP, maintaining employee payroll records, processing benefits and leave transactions, reconciling payroll to the general ledger, preparing accruals and journal entries, and partnering with HR and Accounting to resolve payroll issues. Additional responsibilities include administering complex compensation transactions such as RSUs/equity awards, supporting audits, ensuring regulatory compliance, driving payroll process improvements and system enhancements, and leveraging Workday and other HRIS platforms to streamline payroll operations in a public company environment.
2026-10-29T00:00:00Z

Certified Payroll Specialist

Martinez, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
30 - 40 USD / Hourly
Position Summary:The Certified Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing payroll accurately and on time, maintaining payroll records, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, and supporting audits, reporting, and employee payroll inquiries. This role typically requires strong knowledge of payroll systems, tax withholding, garnishments, benefits deductions, and certified payroll reporting requirements. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process weekly, biweekly, semimonthly, or monthly payroll for employees</li><li>Prepare and submit certified payroll reports as required</li><li>Maintain payroll records, earnings, deductions, taxes, and direct deposit information</li><li>Ensure compliance with prevailing wage, union, and government contract payroll requirements</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports, general ledger entries, and tax filings</li><li>Administer wage garnishments, benefit deductions, and payroll adjustments</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, taxes, and deductions</li><li>Support payroll audits and year-end processing, including W-2 preparation</li><li>Partner with HR, finance, and project teams to validate employee and labor data</li><li>Monitor changes in payroll laws and regulations to maintain compliance</li></ul>
2026-10-30T00:00:00Z

Certified Payroll Specialist

Walnut Creek, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
30 - 40 USD / Hourly
Position Summary:The Certified Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing payroll accurately and on time, maintaining payroll records, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, and supporting audits, reporting, and employee payroll inquiries. This role typically requires strong knowledge of payroll systems, tax withholding, garnishments, benefits deductions, and certified payroll reporting requirements. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process weekly, biweekly, semimonthly, or monthly payroll for employees</li><li>Prepare and submit certified payroll reports as required</li><li>Maintain payroll records, earnings, deductions, taxes, and direct deposit information</li><li>Ensure compliance with prevailing wage, union, and government contract payroll requirements</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports, general ledger entries, and tax filings</li><li>Administer wage garnishments, benefit deductions, and payroll adjustments</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, taxes, and deductions</li><li>Support payroll audits and year-end processing, including W-2 preparation</li><li>Partner with HR, finance, and project teams to validate employee and labor data</li><li>Monitor changes in payroll laws and regulations to maintain compliance</li></ul>
2026-10-30T00:00:00Z

Certified Payroll Specialist

Concord, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
30 - 40 USD / Hourly
Position Summary:The Certified Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing payroll accurately and on time, maintaining payroll records, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, and supporting audits, reporting, and employee payroll inquiries. This role typically requires strong knowledge of payroll systems, tax withholding, garnishments, benefits deductions, and certified payroll reporting requirements. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process weekly, biweekly, semimonthly, or monthly payroll for employees</li><li>Prepare and submit certified payroll reports as required</li><li>Maintain payroll records, earnings, deductions, taxes, and direct deposit information</li><li>Ensure compliance with prevailing wage, union, and government contract payroll requirements</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports, general ledger entries, and tax filings</li><li>Administer wage garnishments, benefit deductions, and payroll adjustments</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, taxes, and deductions</li><li>Support payroll audits and year-end processing, including W-2 preparation</li><li>Partner with HR, finance, and project teams to validate employee and labor data</li><li>Monitor changes in payroll laws and regulations to maintain compliance</li></ul>
2026-10-30T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist Multi-State Payroll & Employee Support

Carlsbad, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
27 - 34 USD / Hourly
A growing professional services organization is looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist who enjoys keeping payroll organized, accurate, and running smoothly. This role is ideal for someone who understands the importance of deadlines, enjoys working with employee data, and can confidently troubleshoot payroll discrepancies.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process biweekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees across multiple states.</li><li>Review timecards, PTO, overtime, bonuses, commissions, and employee pay adjustments.</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records and employee compensation information.</li><li>Research and resolve payroll discrepancies, missed punches, and wage inquiries.</li><li>Assist with payroll tax reporting, garnishments, deductions, and benefit-related changes.</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and assist with month-end accounting support.</li><li>Partner with HR and accounting regarding onboarding, terminations, and employee changes.</li></ul>
2026-11-05T00:00:00Z

Payroll Analyst

Baton Rouge, LA
onsite
Temporary to Hire
31 - 38 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Analyst to join a Baton Rouge, Louisiana team in a Contract to permanent role. This position focuses on strengthening payroll and workforce program compliance by reviewing data, supporting audits, and helping maintain accurate reporting across compensation, timekeeping, tax, and programs. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, a solid understanding of payroll regulations, and the confidence to work across departments to reduce risk and improve operational performance. Responsibilities:• Examine payroll, compensation, timekeeping, and workforce program information to identify trends, exceptions, and areas requiring corrective action.• Produce reports, scorecards, and dashboard insights that help leaders monitor compliance exposure and improve process effectiveness.• Perform internal reviews of payroll activity, compensation-related data, work authorization arrangements, education assistance programs, and eligibility for forgiveness initiatives.• Track updates to federal, state, and local requirements affecting payroll, tax treatment, and employee assistance programs, then help translate those changes into practical controls and procedures.• Maintain organized audit support, reconciliations, compliance records, and reporting documentation to support governance and financial accuracy.• Collaborate with Payroll, Human Resources, Finance, Talent Acquisition, and operational teams to validate data integrity and resolve discrepancies.• Provide guidance and training materials for managers and stakeholders on payroll compliance expectations, policy requirements, and program administration.• Recommend and support process improvements that enhance accuracy, strengthen internal controls, and reduce compliance risk across payroll operations.
2026-11-02T00:00:00Z

Payroll Analyst

Reno, NV
onsite
Temporary / Contract
38 - 40 USD / Hourly
Robert Half Contract Finance and Accounting is seeking a a Payroll/HRIS Analyst to join a team in Reno, Nevada on a Long-term Contract basis. This position is ideal for someone with payroll experience and strong Workday expertise who can resolve system-related inquiries, support reporting needs, and help keep project deliverables on track. The role will also contribute to training, compliance, and process improvement efforts that support accurate employee data and payroll operations. Responsibilities:• Resolve payroll and Workday-related service tickets, investigate issues, and provide timely, accurate solutions.• Partner with the project manager to track deadlines, maintain momentum on key milestones, and support overall project execution.• Evaluate project and operational challenges, raise potential risks early, and recommend practical corrective actions.• Develop and support communication activities, including planning outreach, monitoring effectiveness, and coordinating with stakeholders.• Assess training needs for employees and administrators, create learning materials, and help deliver payroll and system education sessions.• Coordinate with internal communication partners to organize events, select delivery approaches, and support successful engagement efforts.• Review employee data processes and related business rules to improve accuracy, consistency, and operational efficiency.• Support audit readiness by maintaining proper documentation, promoting compliant practices, and assisting the team with record retention standards.• Oversee payroll-related data activities such as cleansing, validation, migration support, integration coordination, and adherence to data security expectations. If interested please apply today and for immediate consideration call Keisha White at 775-828-0969
2026-11-03T00:00:00Z

Payroll Analyst

Port Jefferson Station, NY
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
Certified Payroll Administrator, Port Jefferson Station, NYAnna Parson at Robert Half is working with a growing construction-related company is seeking a Certified Payroll Administrator to join its accounting team. The Certified Payroll Administrator focuses primarily on payroll compliance, reporting, audits, and reconciliations rather than day-to-day payroll processing. Candidates with strong payroll processing experience who are interested in learning certified payroll are encouraged to apply. The company is willing to train the right individual on certified payroll reporting and prevailing wage requirements.As the Certified Payroll Administrator, you will:<ul><li>Prepare and maintain certified payroll and compliance-related reports.</li><li>Review payroll, timekeeping, and labor records for accuracy and regulatory compliance.</li><li>Reconcile payroll data, investigate discrepancies, and support reporting deadlines.</li><li>Partner with field and office personnel to obtain required documentation and resolve payroll issues.</li><li>Maintain accurate records, spreadsheets, and supporting schedules.</li></ul>What We're Looking For<ul><li>A proactive, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a deadline-driven environment.</li><li>Someone who can confidently follow up on missing information and keep reporting processes on track.</li><li>A team player who is comfortable working in a collaborative office supporting both accounting and field operations.</li></ul>Apply confidentially through Anna Parson at Robert Half or Apply Now!!!
2026-10-30T00:00:00Z

Payroll Analyst

Rochester, NY
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
62000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Analyst to join a manufacturing organization in Rochester, New York. This role is responsible for delivering accurate and timely payroll across multiple employee groups while ensuring compliance with tax, wage, and reporting requirements. The position works closely with Finance, Human Resources, and external partners to support payroll operations, resolve issues, and strengthen process reliability. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Oversee end-to-end payroll operations for approximately 600 employees across multiple U.S. entities, managing different pay schedules for manufacturing and corporate personnel.</li><li>Administer payroll for U.S. employees across three companies, ensuring accurate calculations, timely disbursements, and adherence to established payroll procedures.</li><li>Coordinate Canadian payroll operations on a bi-weekly schedule, ensuring employee compensation is processed accurately and in accordance with applicable requirements.</li><li>Apply prevailing wage guidelines and other specialized wage requirements to ensure proper employee compensation and regulatory compliance.</li><li>Manage payroll tax activities, including tax filings, invoice reconciliation, garnishment administration, and required quarterly and annual submissions.</li><li>Maintain the integrity of Workday payroll functionality by overseeing system settings, troubleshooting configuration issues, and supporting payroll-related integrations.</li><li>Review payroll-related benefit deductions, retirement plan contributions, disability payments, and leave-related adjustments to ensure accurate employee compensation.</li><li>Analyze payroll data, reconcile discrepancies, and generate reports to support financial accuracy, audit readiness, and internal reporting needs.</li><li>Partner with Human Resources, Finance, and third-party providers to address payroll inquiries, resolve processing issues, and ensure consistency across payroll operations.</li><li>Evaluate existing payroll workflows and system capabilities to identify opportunities for greater efficiency, improved controls, and continued compliance with changing regulations.</li></ul>
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Payroll Analyst

Houston, TX
remote
Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Analyst to join a contract opportunity supporting payroll operations for a major organization in Houston, Texas. This role is ideal for a payroll specialist who can manage complex pay activities, support workforce management processes, and help maintain accuracy across a large employee population. The position will work closely with payroll, HR, and operations stakeholders to strengthen compliance, improve process execution, and provide dependable support during critical payroll events. Responsibilities: • Direct payroll cycle conversion efforts for multiple employee groups, overseeing setup activities, test execution, results review, and launch readiness for a smooth transition to a new pay schedule. • Coordinate alignment of an additional pay group with the updated biweekly payroll calendar, ensuring accurate integration across impacted teams and employee records. • Act as the internal resource for UKG Pro Workforce Management and Time & Attendance, confirming system settings, reviewing updates, and validating payroll-related data flows. • Perform detailed payroll testing and reconciliation to identify discrepancies, confirm data integrity, and support stable payroll processing for a workforce of more than 500 employees. • Assist with year-end payroll administration by preparing reconciliations, supporting compliance-related reporting, and validating required employer documentation such as 1094-C and 1095-C filings. • Collaborate with payroll, human resources, and operations partners to create clear process documentation, deliver user guidance, and provide follow-up support after implementation activities. • Contribute to training and adoption efforts by helping end users understand payroll and workforce management processes, including support for learning-related initiatives where needed.
2026-11-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Analyst

Los Angeles, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
Payroll Analyst – Full-TimeLocation: Los Angeles, CASchedule: Full-TimeWe are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Analyst for a full-time opportunity with a well-established retail organization in Los Angeles, California.The ideal candidate will have strong full-cycle payroll experience, including processing multi-state payroll for a workforce of 500+ employees. This role requires exceptional accuracy, organization, confidentiality, and knowledge of payroll compliance and regulations.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process biweekly payroll from start to finish for 500+ employees.</li><li>Review timekeeping, earnings, deductions, and tax information to ensure payroll accuracy.</li><li>Manage multi-state payroll activities in compliance with applicable wage and tax regulations.</li><li>Maintain and update employee payroll records in ADP Workforce Now and related systems.</li><li>Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee pay issues.</li><li>Prepare payroll reports, reconcile payroll data, and assist with audits.</li><li>Handle confidential payroll information with professionalism and discretion.</li><li>Collaborate with HR and Finance to ensure accurate payroll changes, approvals, and records.</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Previous experience processing full-cycle payroll.</li><li>Strong multi-state payroll experience.</li><li>Experience supporting payroll for 500+ employees preferred.</li><li>Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now.</li><li>Knowledge of payroll regulations, tax requirements, and wage and hour laws.</li><li>Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet strict payroll deadlines.</li></ul>This is a full-time opportunity. If you have the payroll experience and skills we are looking for, we encourage you to apply! For confidential consideration, please email your Robert Half recruiter. If you're not currently working with anyone at Robert Half, please click "Apply" or call 562-800-3963 and ask for David Bizub. Please reference job order number 00460-0013524377. email resume to [email protected]
2026-11-04T00:00:00Z

Payroll Analyst

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
57 - 66 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Analyst to join our team on a contract basis. This role is ideal for a payroll specialist who can manage complex domestic and international payroll activities while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and strong financial controls. The position will also support equity administration, payroll accounting, and selected operational accounting tasks in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Manage complete payroll processing for U.S. and international employee populations, ensuring accurate handling of onboarding changes, separations, incentive payments, and equity-related compensation.• Administer equity transactions through Carta, including grant activity, exercises, employee exits, repurchases, and associated tax withholding and reporting obligations.• Lead monthly payroll and equity close activities by preparing accruals, reconciling payroll-related accounts, supporting stock compensation accounting, and maintaining audit-ready schedules.• Oversee payroll tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions, including registrations, employee mobility considerations, periodic filings, and year-end reporting requirements.• Create and maintain process documentation, strengthen internal controls, and identify opportunities to reduce manual effort through automation and process improvement.• Investigate payroll discrepancies independently, resolve issues in a timely manner, and ensure accurate financial reporting tied to payroll activity.• Partner with finance and external auditors by providing payroll and equity support, documentation, and testing schedules as needed.• Contribute to broader accounting operations over time, including travel and expense administration, accounts payable support, and month-end reconciliations as business needs evolve. ** If you're interested in this position, please apply to this position and contact Anabel Lopez-Horta at anabel.lopez-horta - at - roberthalf - .com with your word resume and reference job ID# 00410-0013541365**
2026-11-11T00:00:00Z

Payroll Analyst

New Albany, IN
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 82000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Analyst to support accurate and timely payroll operations for employees across the United States and Canada in Southern Indiana. This position plays a key role in maintaining payroll data, resolving pay-related discrepancies, and ensuring employees are paid correctly each cycle. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, practical payroll knowledge, and the ability to work effectively with managers, employees, and finance partners. Responsibilities:• Administer semi-monthly U.S. payroll from start to finish, ensuring all forms of compensation such as standard earnings, overtime, incentive pay, and retroactive amounts are handled correctly and submitted on time.• Manage Canadian payroll activities with accuracy and consistency, including employee earnings, taxable benefits, required deductions, and other pay elements in accordance with established schedules.• Evaluate and update employee payroll records for personnel changes such as hires, departures, compensation adjustments, internal moves, and deduction updates to keep payroll information current.• Support payroll onboarding for newly acquired employee groups by validating tax details, direct deposit information, earning codes, deductions, and other payroll data needed for a smooth transition into company systems.• Audit timekeeping entries and partner with supervisors and employees to correct missing punches, inaccurate hours, or other time record issues before payroll is finalized.• Prepare and process payroll corrections, manual payments, off-cycle checks, and back-pay adjustments when needed to address discrepancies or special situations.• Examine payroll registers and exception reporting prior to submission, identify inconsistencies, and take corrective action to reduce errors and maintain payroll accuracy.• Confirm payroll funding needs and collaborate with finance stakeholders to help ensure payroll disbursements are properly supported and delivered on schedule.• Maintain compliance with applicable payroll policies and relevant U.S. federal, state, and local laws as well as Canadian federal and provincial requirements during all payroll activities.Specialist
2026-10-22T00:00:00Z

Payroll Staff Accountant

Los Angeles, CA
onsite
Temporary to Hire
32.12 - 43.01 USD / Hourly
The Staff Accountant / Payroll Specialist supports accurate, timely, and audit-ready financial reporting by performing general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, journal-entry preparation, and payroll processing activities. This position works collaboratively with Finance and Human Resources while maintaining appropriate segregation of duties, confidentiality, internal controls, and compliance with Hillsides policies, procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local requirements.The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, dependable, and comfortable working with sensitive financial and employee information. This role requires strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy. This role will be a hybrid remote position. Employees must live with in a 30 mile radius of the site. Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesGeneral Accounting<ul><li>Perform monthly general ledger account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.</li><li>Prepare, review, and post routine and adjusting journal entries.</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.</li><li>Maintain accurate supporting documentation for accounting transactions.</li><li>Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts, and other accounting functions as needed.</li><li>Review financial transactions for accuracy, completeness, and proper account coding.</li><li>Assist with preparation of financial reports, schedules, and supporting documentation for internal and external reporting.</li><li>Support annual audits and provide requested documentation and account analysis.</li></ul>Payroll<ul><li>Process payroll accurately and timely in accordance with established payroll schedules and applicable requirements.</li><li>Review payroll information, including timekeeping records, earnings, deductions, benefits, leave balances, and other payroll-related transactions.</li><li>Coordinate with Human Resources regarding employee status changes, new hires, terminations, compensation changes, and benefit deductions.</li><li>Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts and payroll liabilities.</li><li>Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee payroll questions in coordination with Human Resources.</li><li>Prepare and maintain payroll reports and supporting documentation.</li><li>Assist with payroll tax filings, year-end reporting, W-2s, and other required payroll documentation.</li></ul>
2026-11-10T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Napa, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
31.6635 - 36.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Accountant to support payroll and accounts payable operations for a construction organization. This Long-term Contract position is centered primarily on weekly payroll administration, while also assisting with invoice processing and project-related cost allocation. The role requires strong follow-through, accuracy, and the ability to work effectively with field and office teams in a fast-paced environment. After an initial onsite training period, the position will move to a hybrid schedule with regular onsite collaboration. Responsibilities:• Manage end-to-end weekly payroll processing for employees across the organization, ensuring accurate and timely pay each cycle.• Review and monitor time entry in CMiC, following up with employees, supervisors, and field leaders to resolve missing, late, or incomplete timecards.• Administer payroll-related leave activity, including leave of absence cases, workers’ compensation situations, and balance adjustments when employees return to active status.• Maintain payroll records and coordinate the flow of payroll data between CMiC and Paylocity to support accurate processing and reporting.• Process per diem payments and employee reimbursements, helping improve turnaround times and maintain consistent payment practices.• Support accounts payable functions by entering, reviewing, and organizing invoices with careful attention to proper coding and documentation.• Assign labor and expense costs to the correct jobs and cost categories to help maintain accurate project financial records.• Partner with accounting and operational teams to address payroll discrepancies, resolve pay-related questions, and uphold internal controls.
2026-11-12T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Salt Lake City, UT
onsite
Temporary / Contract
26.6 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Accountant to support payroll and personnel accounting activities for a Contract position based in Salt Lake City, Utah. In this role, you will manage end-to-end weekly payroll operations, maintain accurate records, and prepare required reporting across multiple jurisdictions. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll accounting knowledge, sound judgment with confidential information, and the ability to keep payroll processes accurate, timely, and compliant. Responsibilities: • Manage the complete weekly payroll cycle, including reviewing hours, validating pay details, generating payroll records, and coordinating distribution of employee pay cards. • Administer certified payroll activities by examining time entries and confirming that wage rates align with job-specific requirements. • Maintain payroll data on scheduled deadlines and prepare payroll recap documentation to support accurate federal tax deposit filing. • Produce and submit recurring payroll filings and year-end documents, including weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for tax and withholding obligations. • Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts each month and ensure balances match supporting payroll reports. • Process accounts payable checks and related documentation for work performed across multiple states. • Support payroll, workers’ compensation, unemployment, and tax audits by organizing records and responding to documentation requests. • Identify opportunities to improve payroll efficiency and recommend practical process enhancements for both field and office operations. • Allocate payroll cost charges between entities and provide clear supporting details to the accounts payable team.
2026-11-11T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Latham, NY
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
58000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
A growing and highly successful organization is partnering with us to identify a Senior Staff Accountant with strong payroll accounting experience. This position is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys owning payroll-related accounting processes while working closely with finance, HR, benefits, and payroll teams. Rather than a traditional payroll processing role, this opportunity is focused on the accounting, reporting, reconciliations, analysis, and compliance aspects of payroll and employee compensation programs. The organization offers a collaborative environment, exposure to process improvement initiatives, and opportunities to support system implementations and business growth initiatives. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare payroll-related journal entries, accruals, forecasts, and account reconciliations.</li><li>Analyze payroll, tax, and compensation-related transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Reconcile payroll-related bank activity and support month-end and year-end close processes.</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, external audits, and internal reporting.</li><li>Partner with payroll providers and internal stakeholders to support payroll tax compliance and reporting.</li><li>Support travel and expense accounting, including monthly accruals, reimbursements, and audit reviews.</li><li>Generate payroll and workforce-related financial reports and analyses for management.</li><li>Participate in system implementations, process enhancements, and business integration projects.</li><li>Collaborate with accounting, finance, HR, and payroll teams to improve workflows and controls.</li><li>Provide backup support for payroll administration functions as needed.</li></ul>
2026-11-10T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Fort Worth, TX
remote
Temporary / Contract
27.227 - 31.526 USD / Hourly
Payroll Accountant | Oracle ExperienceRobert Half | Full-Time Engagement Professionals (FTEP)Location: Fort Worth, TX and surrounding areas (within a 30-mile radius)Employment Type: Full-Time, SalariedRobert Half is seeking an experienced Payroll Accountant with Oracle experience to join our Full-Time Engagement Professionals (FTEP) practice. This is a full-time, salaried opportunity with Robert Half, supporting a variety of client projects throughout Fort Worth and the surrounding areas within a 30-mile radius.Our FTEP professionals are permanent employees of Robert Half who support client engagements involving accounting operations, system implementations, reconciliations, process improvements, and financial reporting.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Perform payroll and benefits reconciliations, ensuring accuracy between payroll systems and the general ledger.</li><li>Reconcile payroll liabilities, benefits deductions, employer contributions, and related balance sheet accounts.</li><li>Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, including issues arising from system conversions and implementations.</li><li>Utilize Oracle to research transactions, validate payroll data, and support financial reporting.</li><li>Prepare payroll-related journal entries, accruals, and general ledger reconciliations.</li><li>Support payroll system implementations, post-go-live stabilization, and process improvements.</li><li>Collaborate with Payroll, Benefits, HR, and Accounting teams to resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Assist with month-end close, audit preparation, and financial reporting.</li><li>Maintain accurate documentation and strengthen payroll accounting processes and internal controls.</li></ul>
2026-11-10T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Saint Paul, MN
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Accountant to join our team in Saint Paul, Minnesota. This position is responsible for managing payroll and commission activities while contributing to accounting support, compliance efforts, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong accuracy, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively with employees, sales teams, leadership, and external partners. Responsibilities:• Administer bi-weekly multi-state payroll with a high degree of accuracy and ensure employees are paid on schedule.• Maintain payroll records and update employee information within the payroll system to keep data current and reliable.• Coordinate payroll-related funding and deductions, including retirement contributions, benefit-related payments, and other authorized withholdings.• Prepare and submit required payroll tax filings and unemployment reports in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.• Calculate sales commissions, produce payment summaries, and distribute statements to sales representatives in a timely manner.• Reconcile payroll and commission transactions, prepare supporting schedules, and post journal entries to the general ledger.• Assist with month-end and year-end close by preparing accruals, account reconciliations, and reporting packages for management.• Support audit readiness by organizing year-end payroll documentation, coordinating materials for benefit plan audits, and resolving discrepancies.• Respond to payroll and commission questions from employees and internal stakeholders while helping improve reporting processes and internal controls.
2026-11-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Santa Monica, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
Payroll Manager (Remote after Training) | Hospitality Industry We're partnering with a well-established luxury hospitality organization to identify a Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations for approximately 400 employees across multiple locations.This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional with hospitality, restaurant, union, employee payroll experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment while partnering closely with HR and Finance. 📍 Location: Initial onsite training in Santa Monica (flexible hybrid training available), then fully remote💰 Compensation: $80,000-$90,000 base salary What You'll Do<ul><li>Process bi-weekly payroll for approximately 600 employees across multiple locations</li><li>Ensure accurate payroll calculations including wages, overtime, tips, commissions, deductions, and garnishments</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records and system data</li><li>Manage payroll tax filings, quarterly reporting, W-2s, and year-end processing</li><li>Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Partner with HR on new hires, terminations, leaves of absence, and employee status changes</li><li>Generate labor cost, overtime, and payroll analytics reports for leadership</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations</li></ul>What We're Looking For:✅ Hospitality, restaurant, or hotel payroll experience✅ Experience processing payroll for tipped and/or union employees✅ UKG or ADP Workforce Now experience✅ Strong communication skills and confident presence✅ Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities✅ Payroll, accounting, or finance background preferred Benefits<ul><li>3 weeks PTO + 8 paid holidays</li><li>401(k) with 3% company match</li><li>Medical, dental, and vision coverage</li><li>ClassPass or Equinox discount program</li><li>Cell phone reimbursement</li><li>Hotel and dining discount</li></ul>
2026-11-04T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Santa Ana Pueblo, NM
onsite
Temporary to Hire
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are seeking an experienced Payroll Accountant to join a busy accounting team responsible for processing weekly and biweekly payroll for approximately 300–500 employees across multiple divisions. This position will oversee high-volume payroll processing, review timesheets and payroll adjustments, maintain employee records, reconcile payroll accounts, process payroll taxes and deductions, and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of payroll or accounting experience, preferably supporting payroll for 200+ employees, along with a strong understanding of payroll taxes, garnishments, benefits deductions, and general ledger reconciliations. Experience with QuickBooks Desktop Payroll and QuickBooks Time is highly preferred, along with proficiency in Microsoft Excel. We're looking for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, comfortable managing strict deadlines, and capable of handling sensitive payroll information with accuracy and confidentiality.
2026-11-12T00:00:00Z

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