We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a transport organization in Cincinnati, Ohio in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role supports accurate and timely payroll operations for a large employee population while helping resolve pay-related questions with care and consistency. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll processing experience, comfort working with union-related pay rules, and the ability to investigate discrepancies across timekeeping, deductions, and tax records.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Examine timekeeping and attendance records, identify discrepancies, and escalate unresolved concerns to leadership when needed.<br>• Investigate payroll questions related to employee pay, time entries, system data, and exception items to support accurate compensation.<br>• Maintain payroll records by entering and updating tax withholdings, direct deposit details, wage garnishments, and child support deductions.<br>• Support hourly employees by explaining paycheck components, pay calculations, progression steps, and other compensation-related topics.<br>• Prepare, issue, and monitor manual payroll payments, and provide reporting to management on all off-cycle check activity.<br>• Reconcile under-collected employee deductions through arrears processing and verify that contractual vacation-related payments are issued correctly.<br>• Contribute to year-end payroll reporting accuracy, including W-2-related data and required retirement or benefits reporting.<br>• Administer sick pay activity by reviewing claims, calculating amounts due, maintaining eligibility records, and preparing bi-weekly accrual files for upload.<br>• Provide cross-functional coverage for other payroll team members and assist with initiatives that improve departmental service, compliance, and performance goals.<br>• Deliver responsive customer service while fostering a respectful, inclusive, and supportive workplace experience for employees and stakeholders.
<p>The Payroll Administrator will be responsible for supporting and administering payroll functions across multiple locations, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing. This role will work closely with local offices and management teams to understand payroll procedures, provide processing support, and maintain accurate employee records.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process and reconcile payroll for multiple locations, ensuring accurate and timely payment of employee wages.</li><li>Review employee compensation, salary schedules, timesheets, deductions, and other payroll-related information for accuracy.</li><li>Calculate gross wages, payroll deductions, and adjustments while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and company policies.</li><li>Prepare and submit payroll reports, tax payments, and other required payroll documentation.</li><li>Serve as a backup payroll processor and provide coverage during staff absences or periods of increased workload.</li><li>Maintain accurate records related to employee benefits, leave, including FMLA, sick, personal, and vacation time, and other payroll-related information.</li><li>Assist with year-end payroll activities, including the preparation and distribution of W-2 forms.</li><li>Support employee onboarding and termination processes within payroll and HR systems.</li><li>Research and document payroll procedures and processes to ensure consistency across multiple locations.</li><li>Communicate with employees, managers, and local offices to resolve payroll questions and discrepancies.</li><li>Travel to various locations as needed to provide payroll support and training.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half is supporting a client in need of Payroll and HR support for a contract to hire role. Apply today!</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Process weekly payroll for approximately <strong>300-500 employees</strong> across multiple locations using payroll and HRIS systems.</li><li>Partner with managers and employees to gather payroll information and ensure timely, accurate payroll processing.</li><li>Coordinate pre-employment activities, including background screenings, onboarding, new hire paperwork, and orientation programs.</li><li>Prepare and process employee separation and termination documentation.</li><li>Maintain accurate and compliant employee records, including personnel files, I-9s, benefits documentation, garnishments, and child support orders.</li><li>Reconcile invoices for employee benefit plans, including group health insurance programs. HSA experience is a plus.</li><li>Administer 401(k) activities, including contributions, loan processing, deductions, earnings updates, and payroll file transmission.</li><li>Support recruiting efforts by managing resumes, coordinating interviews, and scheduling orientations.</li><li>Track and facilitate employee 90-day performance reviews.</li><li>Ensure consistent application of company policies and HR procedures.</li><li>Assist with leave of absence (LOA), disability, and accommodation processes.</li><li>Support employee relations activities, including disciplinary actions and related documentation.</li><li>Provide HR and administrative support across multiple locations.</li><li>Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Contract-to-Hire Opportunity in Cincinnati, OH </strong></p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half is seeking a detail-oriented <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> for a <strong>contract-to-hire opportunity</strong> with a growing and well-established organization. This role is ideal for a payroll professional with <strong>1-2 years of experience</strong> who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in ensuring payroll accuracy, compliance, and exceptional employee support.</p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Enter new hire information into the payroll system and verify all required employment documentation.</li><li>Maintain accurate and confidential employee payroll records.</li><li>Audit timekeeping records to ensure compliance with company policies, government regulations, and union requirements, when applicable.</li><li>Manually enter time and attendance information for jobs not utilizing automated timekeeping systems.</li><li>Process payroll accurately and timely based on established payroll cycles.</li><li>Research and process payroll adjustments, corrections, shortages, and off-cycle payments.</li><li>Verify and process vacation, sick, holiday, and other paid time off requests.</li><li>Ensure compliance with overtime rules, prevailing wage requirements, union rates, and other special pay structures.</li><li>Process garnishments, tax levies, unemployment claims, certified payrolls, and other payroll-related transactions.</li><li>Prepare and maintain payroll reports, including CIP reporting and employment verifications.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies in a timely and professional manner.</li><li>Support payroll audits and assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end payroll activities.</li></ul><p>Qualifications</p><ul><li>1-2 years of payroll processing experience required.</li><li>Associate degree or bachelor's degree preferred.</li><li>Understanding of payroll regulations, wage and hour laws, and payroll compliance requirements.</li><li>Experience with garnishments, certified payroll reporting, and prevailing wage payroll is a plus.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.</li><li>Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and payroll software systems.</li><li>Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.</li></ul><p>Preferred Experience</p><ul><li>Multi-state payroll processing.</li><li>Union payroll administration.</li><li>Payroll audits and compliance reporting.</li><li>HRIS, payroll, and timekeeping software systems.</li></ul><p>Why Apply?</p><ul><li>Contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term career potential.</li><li>Competitive pay and benefits upon permanent hire.</li><li>Collaborative and supportive team environment.</li><li>Opportunity to expand payroll and compliance expertise with a growing organization.</li></ul><p>If you have payroll experience, enjoy working with numbers, and thrive in a detail-driven environment, we encourage you to apply today.</p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to join our team in Kentucky for a contract assignment expected to last at least six weeks. This role supports weekly payroll operations and helps ensure employee pay is handled accurately, confidentially, and in accordance with company guidelines and applicable regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong administrative skills, clear communication, and hands-on experience managing payroll data, employee records, and related reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process weekly payroll from initial review through final submission, confirming employee pay is completed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Review earnings, deductions, and related payroll entries to ensure calculations align with established policies and regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Monitor timekeeping and attendance records, partnering with internal teams to correct missing or inconsistent hours before payroll is finalized.</p><p>• Respond to employee and management questions regarding payroll issues, research discrepancies, and support timely resolution.</p><p>• Prepare payroll, attendance, and workforce reports that help leadership track trends, costs, and other key metrics.</p><p>• Maintain employee files and personnel documentation with a high level of accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance.</p><p>• Assist with HR administrative activities, including onboarding, offboarding, staffing documentation, leave tracking, and other employee record updates.</p><p>• Support benefits administration by processing enrollments, changes, and terminations and coordinating required payroll deductions and documentation with providers.</p><p>• Use HRIS and payroll systems such as Paycom to enter, update, and validate employee information for efficient record management.</p>
<p>Robert Half has partnered with local businesses to fill contract opportunities for Payroll Clerk positions. To be considered for ongoing opportunities, please apply first, then contact our talent managers at (937) 224-8326 </p><p><strong>Description</strong></p><ul><li>Process payroll data accurately and on schedule, including hours worked, deductions, taxes, and other earnings adjustments.</li><li>Review timekeeping records and verify payroll information for completeness and accuracy.</li><li>Maintain payroll records and employee data in accordance with company policies and confidentiality requirements.</li><li>Assist with payroll-related questions from employees and help resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Support payroll tax, garnishment, and direct deposit processing as needed.</li><li>Prepare payroll reports and assist with recordkeeping for audits and compliance purposes.</li><li>Coordinate with human resources, accounting, and management to ensure accurate payroll processing.</li><li>Help ensure compliance with applicable wage and hour laws, payroll regulations, and internal procedures.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a HR Coordinator with payroll experience to join a Northern Kentucky organization in Ft. Mitchell, Kentucky for a Contract assignment expected to last at least six weeks. This role will provide dependable coverage during a leave of absence and will focus on accurate weekly payroll administration, employee record support, and core HR coordination. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment with confidential information, and the ability to communicate clearly across departments.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage weekly payroll activities from data review through final processing, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Review earnings, benefit deductions, and other payroll inputs to confirm compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.</p><p>• Monitor timekeeping records and partner with supervisors to correct missed punches, attendance issues, and other discrepancies before payroll is finalized.</p><p>• Respond to employee and manager questions related to pay, time records, and payroll variances with professionalism and urgency.</p><p>• Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports covering payroll activity, attendance patterns, HR metrics, and workforce data for leadership review.</p><p>• Maintain employee files and HR data with a high degree of accuracy, confidentiality, and alignment with recordkeeping standards.</p><p>• Assist with day-to-day HR coordination, including onboarding, offboarding, recruitment support, and leave-related documentation.</p><p>• Administer benefit enrollment updates, status changes, and terminations while coordinating required payroll deductions and carrier documentation.</p><p>• Process and verify personnel documents related to staffing changes, training records, performance materials, employee relations matters, and leave administration.</p>
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team in West Chester Twp, Ohio in a contract capacity with the potential to become permanent. This position supports day-to-day accounting and administrative operations, with a strong focus on invoice processing, payment coordination, and office support tasks. The ideal candidate brings solid organizational skills, comfort with routine financial documentation, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities accurately in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process vendor invoices, assign appropriate coding, and prepare payments while maintaining complete and accurate records.<br>• Reconcile accounts payable documentation and organize supporting files to ensure financial information is easy to retrieve and audit-ready.<br>• Handle routine administrative work such as scanning, copying, typing, faxing, and filing business documents.<br>• Manage incoming and outgoing mail, postage, and overnight shipments to support daily office operations.<br>• Monitor office supply inventory, place orders as needed, and track deliveries to keep the workplace stocked.<br>• Compile recurring business reports and assist with standard paperwork tied to departmental activities.<br>• Respond professionally to inbound calls and direct inquiries or messages to the appropriate contacts.<br>• Support additional clerical or accounting-related assignments as requested by management.
<p>Launch Your Accounting Career with a Growing Team</p><p>Are you looking to build a career in accounting and finance? Do you enjoy working with numbers, staying organized, and making sure the details are right?</p><p>We're seeking an <strong>Entry-Level Accounts Payable Specialist</strong> to join our fast-growing team in West Chester, Ohio. This is an excellent opportunity for recent accounting, finance, or business graduates, as well as professionals with administrative, customer service, billing, bookkeeping, or data entry experience who are interested in developing their accounting skills.</p><p><br></p><p>What You'll Do</p><p>As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you'll play an important role in supporting our accounting operations by:</p><ul><li>Processing and entering vendor invoices in a high-volume environment</li><li>Opening, sorting, scanning, and organizing incoming mail and documents</li><li>Learning how to properly code invoices to cost centers and general ledger accounts</li><li>Researching and resolving vendor payment questions and discrepancies</li><li>Reviewing vendor statements and maintaining accurate records</li><li>Monitoring outstanding payments and assisting with payment follow-up</li><li>Coding company credit card transactions and tracking missing receipts</li><li>Preparing journal entries and assisting with month-end accounting activities</li><li>Supporting project managers and vendors with exceptional customer service</li><li>Contributing ideas to improve processes and efficiency</li><li>Assisting with special projects and reporting as needed</li></ul><p> </p>
<p>We are looking for an Accounts Payable Coordinator to support invoice processing and day-to-day payables activities for a team based in Miamisburg, Ohio. This is a Long-term Contract position suited for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working across departments and with external vendors. The person in this role will help maintain accurate payment records, address invoice and purchase order issues, and provide dependable clerical support as needed. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review incoming invoices, assign the proper accounting codes, and match them to purchase orders before submitting them for payment.</p><p>• Verify that each invoice includes the required approvals and follow up with internal teams when additional authorization is needed.</p><p>• Work with departments across the organization to resolve pricing, quantity, or purchase order inconsistencies that may delay payment.</p><p>• Respond to vendor questions, gather supporting documents, and assist with account reconciliation to keep records accurate and up to date.</p><p>• Maintain organized financial documentation by scanning, copying, filing, and retrieving records when requested.</p><p>• Apply established accounts payable procedures and general accounting practices to ensure timely and accurate transaction processing.</p><p>• Support routine administrative and clerical tasks that contribute to efficient operation of the accounts payable function.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor/Manager to join a long-established distribution organization in Cincinnati, Ohio. This role supports daily payables operations while serving as a key point of expertise for complex invoice and payment matters, reconciliations, and month-end accounting support. The position also provides informal leadership to the accounts payable team, helping strengthen processes, maintain accuracy, and support continued growth within the department.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Act as the primary subject matter expert for accounts payable activities, handling complex transactions and recommending practical improvements to workflow and controls.</p><p>• Process vendor invoices during peak periods or team absences, ensuring payments are completed accurately, on schedule, and in line with purchase orders and company guidelines.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve challenging invoice, purchase order, and payment discrepancies by coordinating with vendors and internal business partners.</p><p>• Review vendor statements regularly and address escalated billing concerns to maintain accurate account balances and timely issue resolution.</p><p>• Monitor transaction exceptions and work across departments to correct errors and prevent delays in payment processing.</p><p>• Support continuity of accounts payable operations by stepping into day-to-day processing tasks whenever business demands increase.</p><p>• Lead oversight of the corporate credit card program, including reconciliation review, policy compliance, and issue resolution for card-related transactions.</p><p>• Prepare reports, perform account reconciliations, and assist with month-end close activities to support broader accounting operations.</p><p><br></p><p>If you are interested in this opportunity or other Direct Hire opportunities through Robert Half please call Carolyn Barnett at 513.810.3821 </p>
We are looking for an accomplished Accounts Payable Supervisor/Manager to support a variety of client engagements in Cincinnati, Ohio. This position focuses on leading end-to-end payables operations, maintaining strong financial controls, and delivering accurate, timely results across multiple environments. The ideal candidate brings deep accounts payable expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to guide team members while improving workflow efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the complete accounts payable cycle for multiple client assignments, from invoice intake through final payment processing.<br>• Examine invoices, employee expenses, and payment records to ensure proper coding, accuracy, and timely reconciliation.<br>• Investigate payment variances or processing issues, resolve exceptions, and recommend practical enhancements to strengthen procedures.<br>• Compile recurring accounts payable reporting for leadership and clients, including monthly and quarterly summaries.<br>• Support audit activity by organizing documentation, responding to inquiries, and helping maintain compliance with established controls.<br>• Provide day-to-day direction to entry-level accounting staff and reinforce adherence to client-specific and company policies.<br>• Use accounting platforms such as Oracle NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics 365, QuickBooks, and other financial systems to manage payables activity.<br>• Coordinate payment execution through methods such as check runs and ACH while maintaining accuracy and deadline compliance.
<p>Accounts Payable Lead</p><p>We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor/Manager to lead daily accounts payable operations in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This role is responsible for overseeing a small team, ensuring timely and accurate payment processing, maintaining vendor records, supporting compliance initiatives, and driving continuous process improvements. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.</p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and support a team of accounts payable professionals.</li><li>Oversee high-volume invoice processing and ensure accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Coordinate year-end vendor reporting and compliance activities.</li><li>Maintain and administer financial records and related documentation.</li><li>Manage vendor onboarding and record maintenance processes.</li><li>Coordinate electronic payment setup, validation, and processing.</li><li>Review invoice batches and monitor workflow efficiency.</li><li>Supervise payment processing activities, including check and electronic payments.</li><li>Research and resolve payment discrepancies, exceptions, and account issues.</li><li>Monitor payment controls and assist with cash management activities.</li><li>Recommend and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.</li><li>Collaborate with internal departments and external partners to support business objectives.</li></ul><p>If you are interested in this opportunity or other Direct Hire opportunities through Robert Half please call Carolyn Barnett at 513.810.3821 </p><p><br></p>
<p>Contract-to-Hire Opportunity</p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half is seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Specialist for a contract-to-hire opportunity with a well-established organization. This role is ideal for a payroll professional with extensive experience managing complex payroll functions across multiple states, union environments, certified payroll requirements, and Canadian payroll processing.</p><p><br></p><p>The Senior Payroll Specialist will be responsible for ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll processing while serving as a key resource for payroll-related inquiries and reporting.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Process full-cycle multi-state payroll for hourly and salaried employees.</li><li>Administer and maintain union payrolls, ensuring compliance with collective bargaining agreements.</li><li>Process certified payrolls, including compliance with Davis-Bacon prevailing wage requirements.</li><li>Prepare and submit payroll reporting through LCP Tracker.</li><li>Process and maintain Canadian payrolls in accordance with applicable regulations.</li><li>Manage payroll deductions including garnishments, child support orders, tax levies, and wage attachments.</li><li>Audit payroll transactions for accuracy and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Reconcile payroll data, deductions, taxes, and benefits.</li><li>Prepare payroll reports and support internal and external audits.</li><li>Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions, and payroll-related issues.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and Canadian payroll regulations.</li></ul><p><br></p>