<p>Payroll Specialist (Certified & Union Payroll)</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Oakland, CA</p><p><strong>Job Type:</strong> Contract-to-Hire</p><p><strong>Schedule:</strong> Full-Time, Onsite</p><p>About the Opportunity</p><p>We are partnering with a growing organization in Oakland seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist with a strong background in certified and union payroll. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity offering the chance to join a collaborative team and play a critical role in ensuring accurate, compliant payroll processing for a unionized workforce.</p><p>This position is fully onsite and ideal for a payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values accuracy, and has experience navigating prevailing wage and certified payroll requirements.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Process weekly and biweekly payroll for union and non-union employees.</li><li>Prepare and submit certified payroll reports in compliance with prevailing wage regulations.</li><li>Ensure payroll accuracy, including wages, deductions, garnishments, benefits, and tax withholdings.</li><li>Maintain compliance with collective bargaining agreements and union reporting requirements.</li><li>Perform payroll audits, reconciliations, and resolve payroll discrepancies.</li><li>Track employee hours, job allocations, and prevailing wage classifications.</li><li>Prepare union benefit reports and coordinate related payments.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries in a timely and professional manner.</li><li>Assist with month-end reporting and payroll-related accounting functions.</li><li>Support payroll process improvements and special projects as needed.</li></ul>
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a large employee population in Chehalis, Washington. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage end-to-end payroll processing across multiple states while maintaining compliance with company policies and applicable regulations. The role requires strong attention to detail, confidence working with ADP Workforce Now, and the ability to resolve payroll issues with professionalism and efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process full-cycle payroll for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring each payroll run is completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Administer multi-state payroll activities, applying state-specific wage, tax, and reporting requirements correctly.<br>• Maintain and update employee payroll records in ADP Workforce Now, including earnings, deductions, taxes, and other payroll-related changes.<br>• Review payroll data for discrepancies, investigate variances, and correct issues before final submission.<br>• Coordinate with HR, finance, and management to gather needed payroll information and ensure alignment across departments.<br>• Respond to employee questions related to pay, deductions, tax withholdings, and payroll adjustments in a timely manner.<br>• Prepare payroll reports, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for internal review and audit needs.<br>• Support payroll process improvements and assist with system-related updates or changes when needed.
<p>This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative HR team where you'll play a key role in supporting both payroll administration and employee operations. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys creating a positive employee experience while ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of critical people processes.</p><p><br></p><p>As the Payroll & People Operations Administrator, you will support payroll processing, maintain employee records, assist with benefits and HR administration, and serve as a trusted resource for employees across the organization. The role offers a unique blend of payroll, human resources, and employee support responsibilities, making it an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic, people-focused environment. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, a customer-service mindset, and the ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Manage end-to-end bi-weekly payroll processing in Paylocity, ensuring employee pay is submitted accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Maintain payroll records by updating new hires, separations, compensation changes, incentive payments, retroactive corrections, garnishments, and other deductions.</p><p>• Review payroll registers and supporting data to identify variances, investigate issues, and correct discrepancies promptly.</p><p>• Produce payroll-related reporting for finance partners and organizational leadership to support planning and oversight.</p><p>• Oversee employee benefit programs, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, and other company-sponsored offerings.</p><p>• Coordinate annual open enrollment activities by organizing timelines, communicating plan details, and guiding employees through enrollment steps.</p><p>• Work closely with external brokers and benefit vendors to address eligibility questions, claim concerns, and administrative issues.</p><p>• Reconcile monthly benefit invoices and verify deductions align with enrollment and payroll records.</p><p>• Administer leave programs such as family and medical leave, paid state leave, workplace accommodations, parental leave, military leave, and workers’ compensation.</p><p>• Support onboarding and offboarding activities while helping maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment requirements.</p>
<p><strong>Job Summary</strong></p><p>Our client, a growing hospitality property management company with multiple locations throughout California, is seeking a Benefits & Payroll Manager to oversee payroll processing, employee benefits administration, and related HR operations for approximately 300–400 employees.</p><p>This individual will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll, effective benefits administration, and compliance with California employment regulations. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and experienced managing payroll and benefits for a multi-location workforce. Experience with Paycom is strongly preferred.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage end-to-end payroll processing for approximately 300–400 employees across multiple California locations using Paycom.</li><li>Ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, bonuses, deductions, paid time off, and other payroll adjustments.</li><li>Maintain compliance with California wage and hour laws, including overtime, meal and rest period requirements, paid sick leave, and final pay requirements.</li><li>Review payroll reports, reconcile discrepancies, and ensure accurate payroll records and reporting.</li><li>Oversee employee benefits administration, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and retirement plans.</li><li>Manage benefits enrollment, qualifying life events, open enrollment, and employee benefit changes.</li><li>Coordinate with benefits brokers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators to resolve employee questions and coverage issues.</li><li>Reconcile benefits deductions and carrier invoices to ensure accuracy.</li><li>Support COBRA administration, ACA reporting, and other applicable payroll and benefits compliance requirements.</li><li>Maintain employee records, payroll data, and benefits information within Paycom.</li><li>Generate payroll, benefits, and headcount reports for management and support payroll audits and reconciliations.</li><li>Partner with HR, Finance, and property leadership to address payroll and benefits questions and improve processes across multiple locations.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of employee information and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our team in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position supports accurate semi-monthly payroll processing across a multi-state workforce while also contributing to select accounting activities. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll compliance knowledge, a service-focused mindset, and the ability to manage sensitive information with accuracy and care.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review timekeeping records submitted by multiple locations, validate accuracy, and coordinate with managers to correct missing or inconsistent entries before payroll is finalized.</p><p>• Administer semi-monthly payroll for salaried, hourly, and commission-based employees in a high-volume, multi-state environment using ADP Workforce Now or a comparable payroll platform.</p><p>• Apply and maintain correct withholdings and deductions, including federal, state, and local taxes, benefit elections, wage garnishments, and other payroll-related adjustments.</p><p>• Investigate payroll variances, reconcile payroll-related accounts, and resolve issues that affect employee pay or payroll balancing.</p><p>• Respond to employee questions related to earnings, deductions, direct deposit, accruals, and payroll transactions in a timely and attentive manner.</p><p>• Manage garnishment activity from setup through ongoing processing, while communicating required information to employees, agencies, and internal stakeholders.</p><p>• Research tax registration requirements in new jurisdictions and gather documentation needed to establish employer payroll tax accounts.</p><p>• Partner with government agencies and internal teams to resolve payroll tax discrepancies, support filings, and help maintain compliance with applicable laws and regulations.</p><p>• Generate payroll and accounting reports, complete employment verification requests, and assist with general accounting tasks such as accounts payable support and reconciliations as needed.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $27/hr to $31.25/hr. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit <u>roberthalf.gobenefits.net</u> for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to support a contract engagement based in Charlotte, North Carolina. This role will oversee accurate and timely payroll operations for a workforce of approximately 1000 employees, with responsibility spanning benefits administration, payroll taxes, and complex pay practices across multiple states and international jurisdictions. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership in multi-entity payroll environments and can navigate growth-related complexity, including merger and acquisition activity, while maintaining compliance and service quality.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct end-to-end payroll processing for a population of about 900 employees, ensuring pay is completed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Manage payroll activities across multiple U.S. states and international locations while adhering to applicable wage, tax, and regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Administer payroll tax processes, including withholdings, filings, reconciliations, and issue resolution related to payroll compliance.</p><p>• Partner with benefits and compensation stakeholders to ensure deductions, employer contributions, and related payroll entries are processed correctly.</p><p>• Oversee payroll operations across multiple legal entities and support alignment of payroll practices during periods of organizational change, including mergers and acquisitions.</p><p>• Utilize payroll platforms such as Rippling and ADP Workforce Now to maintain employee records, validate payroll data, and improve processing accuracy.</p><p>• Review payroll outputs, audit discrepancies, and resolve exceptions involving earnings, deductions, taxes, and benefits in a timely manner.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to prepare payroll reporting, support audits, and provide documentation related to payroll and benefits activity.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support a Contract position based in San Francisco, California. This role will own payroll operations for a multi-state employee population, ensuring each pay cycle is processed accurately, on schedule, and in line with applicable regulations. The ideal candidate will bring strong payroll administration experience, sound judgment when handling sensitive matters, and the ability to collaborate effectively with Finance, employees, and external providers.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage complete semi-monthly payroll processing for a multi-state workforce, including standard payroll runs, off-cycle payments, earnings adjustments, deductions, garnishments, and employee record updates.</p><p>• Act as the primary internal resource for payroll administration, overseeing system setup, tax configurations, reporting, data integrity, and troubleshooting with the payroll platform.</p><p>• Partner with the payroll vendor to track service quality, address escalations, and resolve payroll, tax, and integration-related issues in a timely manner.</p><p>• Administer payroll tax activities across federal, state, and local jurisdictions, including registrations, filings, notices, amendments, quarter-end tasks, year-end processing, and W-2 coordination.</p><p>• Establish and maintain strong payroll controls, documentation standards, reconciliation practices, and audit support materials to promote compliance and accuracy.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve complex questions related to pay, taxes, timekeeping, and payroll discrepancies while communicating clearly and professionally with employees.</p><p>• Work closely with Finance on payroll funding, ledger alignment, account reconciliations, accruals, invoicing, reporting, audit preparation, and workforce cost analysis.</p><p>• Track changes in payroll legislation and compliance requirements, translating updates into actionable process improvements and policy adjustments.</p><p>• Oversee administration of the 401(k) plan, including employee eligibility, enrollment, contribution processing, loans, distributions, corrections, and participant support.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced payroll leader to oversee high-volume payroll operations for a large workforce across Dallas, Texas and broader U.S. and Canadian jurisdictions. This role will guide a sizable payroll team, ensure precise and compliant processing, and work closely with internal partners across HR, Finance, Accounting, Benefits, and Compliance. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in large-scale payroll administration, strong people leadership, and hands-on experience with Paylocity in a complex multi-jurisdiction environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct payroll execution for a workforce of roughly 10,000 + employees across the United States and Canada, ensuring each cycle is completed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Supervise weekly, biweekly, semimonthly, and special payroll runs, including review of earnings, deductions, incentive payments, tax withholdings, and garnishment activity.</p><p>• Lead and develop a payroll organization of approximately 20 team members by setting priorities, coaching performance, and supporting long-term growth.</p><p>• Review payroll outputs, account reconciliations, funding needs, tax submissions, and operational reporting to maintain strong financial and compliance controls.</p><p>• Partner with Human Resources, Benefits, Finance, Accounting, Compliance, and IT to strengthen payroll processes, improve data integrity, and resolve operational issues.</p><p>• Act as the primary expert for Paylocity administration, including system setup, testing, upgrades, and ongoing optimization efforts.</p><p>• Maintain alignment with payroll laws and regulations across federal, state, local, and Canadian jurisdictions, and address audit or compliance concerns as they arise.</p><p>• Establish and refine payroll procedures, internal controls, and workflow improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.</p><p>• Produce payroll metrics, reconciliations, and leadership reporting, while supporting month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Senior Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for a complex, multi-jurisdiction organization in Austin, Texas. This position will guide payroll strategy, strengthen compliance practices, and ensure accurate, timely processing across a large employee population. The role also partners closely with HR, Finance, Legal, and executive leadership to improve controls, support reporting needs, and build a high-performing payroll function.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct end-to-end payroll operations, ensuring biweekly processing is completed accurately, on schedule, and in alignment with company policies.<br>• Oversee payroll data administration, including employee onboarding updates, compensation changes, deductions, and other system-maintained records.<br>• Review timekeeping information, validate payroll adjustments, and resolve discrepancies before final payroll submission.<br>• Administer wage calculations such as overtime, incentive pay, commissions, and other earnings while maintaining compliance with applicable regulations.<br>• Manage payroll tax activity, garnishments, benefit deductions, year-end reporting, and W-2 preparation across multiple states and jurisdictions.<br>• Lead and develop payroll leaders and team members by setting priorities, providing coaching, and driving accountability across daily operations.<br>• Establish payroll policies and governance standards in partnership with HR, Finance, Tax, and Legal to support compliance across domestic and international operations where applicable.<br>• Drive payroll technology planning and optimization, including system administration, enhancements, vendor coordination, and automation initiatives.<br>• Serve as the senior point of contact for executives, auditors, and external agencies by delivering reporting, risk insight, audit support, and resolution of complex payroll matters.<br>• Oversee payroll integration planning for acquisitions and divestitures, including due diligence support, operational alignment, and long-term standardization efforts.
<p>We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to manage end-to-end payroll operations for our client in Newport, Rhode Island. This position plays a key role in ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time while maintaining accurate records and supporting regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll knowledge, careful attention to detail, and hands-on experience working with ADP Workforce Now.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage the complete weekly payroll cycle, ensuring all payments are processed accurately and within established deadlines.</p><p>• Examine timesheets, attendance details, and payroll entries to verify accuracy before finalizing each payroll run.</p><p>• Compute employee compensation elements such as regular earnings, overtime, shift premiums, incentive pay, and other variable payments.</p><p>• Apply required withholdings and deductions, including taxes, benefit contributions, and garnishment orders, with a high degree of accuracy.</p><p>• Maintain organized payroll records and confirm that all payroll activity is properly approved, supported, and recorded.</p><p>• Uphold compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including wage and hour requirements across multiple jurisdictions.</p><p>• Complete payroll tax-related activities, including filings, remittances, and related reconciliations in line with applicable deadlines.</p><p>• Assist with year-end payroll tasks such as wage statement preparation, account balancing, and issue resolution.</p><p>• Produce payroll reports, reconciliations, and audit support materials for Human Resources, Finance, and external reviewers</p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to join an organization in Baltimore, Maryland in a contract position with the potential to become permanent. This role supports payroll- and benefits-related claim administration by reviewing records, resolving discrepancies, and coordinating documentation with internal teams.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Coordinate with management, accounting, receivables, employers, and related contacts to investigate and resolve employment or payroll discrepancies. D</p><p>• Assist individuals with benefit-related inquiries, support walk-in requests, and guide them through filing and documentation steps.</p><p>• Maintain accurate department files, contribution records, direct deposit data, withholding orders, and power of attorney documentation.</p><p>• Compile recurring reports and other weekly or monthly payroll-related summaries.</p><p>• Support month-end and year-end close activities, including tracking voided payments and assisting with manual payment adjustments or special payroll changes.</p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support a large organization in Chattanooga, Tennessee through accurate and compliant payroll administration. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage payroll operations across multiple states, maintain precise records, and help ensure employees are paid correctly and on schedule. The role also partners with accounting and internal teams to produce payroll documentation and uphold regulatory standards. Workday ERP experience required! *This role requires in-office presence in Chattanooga, Tennessee*</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Administer end-to-end payroll processing for a large employee population in multiple states while meeting established payroll deadlines.</p><p>• Audit timesheets and attendance records to confirm accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and align pay calculations with company guidelines.</p><p>• Apply federal and state payroll rules related to taxation, wage requirements, and reporting to maintain ongoing compliance.</p><p>• Update and preserve payroll data such as employee profiles, compensation changes, benefit deductions, and other earnings details.</p><p>• Generate and distribute payroll-related documents and reports, including earnings statements, annual wage forms, and tax records.</p><p>• Investigate payroll issues promptly and work with employees or managers to correct errors and answer payment-related questions.</p><p>• Support accounting activities connected to payroll, including reconciliations, reporting, and other general finance tasks as assigned.</p><p>• Utilize Workday ERP and related payroll systems to enter, validate, and manage payroll information efficiently.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Please complete an application and call (423) 244-0726 for more information TODAY! </strong></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Human Resource Payroll Manager III to lead payroll operations and strengthen compliance practices for a manufacturing organization in Wayne, Pennsylvania. This role partners closely with finance, HR, and senior leadership to improve reporting accuracy, streamline payroll workflows, and support sound operational decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, leadership experience, and a deep understanding of payroll controls, reconciliations, and regulatory requirements.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee end-to-end payroll activities, ensuring employees are paid accurately, on time, and in accordance with company policies and applicable regulations.</p><p>• Direct payroll reporting and analysis efforts by reviewing data trends, reconciling records, and presenting clear findings to internal stakeholders and leadership.</p><p>• Partner with human resources, finance, and operations teams to resolve payroll issues, align processes, and support broader business objectives.</p><p>• Maintain strong internal controls through regular audits, account reconciliations, and detailed reviews of payroll transactions, tax-related items, and supporting documentation.</p><p>• Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency by improving workflows, supporting automation initiatives, and contributing to system integration or cloud-based process enhancements.</p><p>• Monitor compliance with payroll laws, tax requirements, and internal standards, taking corrective action when discrepancies or risks are identified.</p><p>• Prepare summaries, reports, and financial notes that help management evaluate payroll performance, operational impact, and areas for optimization.</p>
<p>Robert Half is looking for a detail-oriented Sr. Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a client in Lisle, Illinois. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, handles sensitive information with discretion, and brings strong experience in multi-state payroll administration. The position also supports corporate card programs and works closely with payroll, human resources, and finance teams to keep processes accurate, compliant, and on schedule.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for a large employee population, ensuring timely and accurate completion of each pay cycle.</p><p>• Prepare payroll-related cash activity and general ledger support, and verify figures before final submission.</p><p>• Coordinate payroll activities across multiple employee groups, including salaried, hourly, and union populations.</p><p>• Review employee setup details such as tax withholding and direct deposit information to confirm records are complete and correct.</p><p>• Examine payroll calculations, accrual balances, and final payments for departing employees to ensure proper payout amounts.</p><p>• Process special payroll runs when needed, following established approval procedures and documentation standards.</p><p>• Administer multi-state tax withholdings and wage garnishments in compliance with applicable regulations.</p><p>• Partner with internal teams and external tax service providers to address tax notices, reporting questions, and year-end form balancing.</p><p>• Manage the company travel card and purchasing card programs, including monthly audits, approval review, and employee issue resolution.</p><p>• Contribute to reporting, reconciliations, and other special assignments that support payroll and accounts payable functions.</p>
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a large organization to look for a Payroll Specialist to join their team in St. Paul. Under the general direction of the Payroll Processing Manager, performs payroll administration for all monthly, semimonthly, hourly, and supplemental payrolls. The position will be responsible for maintaining employee pay records, preparation for payroll runs, and creates payroll reports; analyzes complex payroll and benefits issues/errors, proposes solutions to address customer needs; acts as a functional expert. Responsibilities will include:</p><p> </p><p>- Processes monthly, semi-monthly, hourly, and supplemental payroll in UKG</p><p>- Maintains employee pay data, records pay data changes from source documents and interprets University policies and procedures, and State and Federal regulations affecting payroll procedures</p><p>- Reports data; reviews and ensures accurate computation of pay, conducts appropriate audits to ensure data integrity and compliance, and coordinates with internal departments as appropriate to resolve discrepancies</p><p>- Responsible for auditing monthly and supplemental payroll reports, and resolutions of complex payroll issues to ensure that accurate data is reflected in the employee database and payments of salary and wages are made in an accurate and timely manner</p><p>- Provides customer service across the four institutions; analyzes and recommends solutions to address customer issues related to payroll</p><p>- Represents the organization by utilizing effective communication and customer service skills to serve customers and provide information and updates on changes and processes; provides helpful information and anticipates needs of organization to keep customers up to date and help them utilize the system</p><p>- Analyze error reports for payroll calculation (monthly, semi-monthly, hourly, and supplemental)</p><p>- Conduct retroactive adjustments for salary/wages, deductions (general and or benefits) or overpayments</p><p>- Process vacation lump sum payments</p><p> </p><p>*Please note that all candidates are required to provide 2 recent supervisor or manager references in order to be considered for employment.</p><p> </p><p>Please submit your resume and call 651-293-3973 for review and consideration. </p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to join our team on a Contract basis in Andover, Massachusetts. In this role, you will evaluate existing payroll operations, help shape a long-term strategy for improved performance, and support the selection of payroll and HR technology solutions. This opportunity is ideal for a payroll leader who can translate operational needs into practical recommendations that strengthen accuracy, compliance, and scalability.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review current payroll procedures, systems, approval paths, and connected processes to build a clear picture of the existing operating model.</p><p>• Analyze workflows to uncover inefficiencies, control weaknesses, and manual tasks, then recommend more effective ways of working.</p><p>• Collaborate with Payroll, Human Resources, Finance, and IT stakeholders to gather operational priorities and define functional and technical requirements.</p><p>• Lead the evaluation of payroll and HR platform options by coordinating vendor discussions, comparing capabilities, and helping determine the best-fit solution.</p><p>• Design a future-state payroll framework that outlines roles, process flow, reporting expectations, and internal controls.</p><p>• Create an implementation roadmap that addresses data conversion, system integrations, testing activities, user readiness, training, and transition planning.</p><p>• Prepare and deliver clear findings, recommendations, and decision-support materials for leadership and key stakeholders.</p><p>• Provide subject matter expertise on large-scale payroll operations, including multi-state processing and best practices for process standardization.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Payroll Specialist in Union County, NJ. In this role you will be responsible for payroll processing, timekeeping, garnishments, and more! If you have 3+ years of experience as a Payroll Specialist and are looking to grow your career, this might be the opportunity for you! </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process payroll from start to finish, ensuring all payments are completed accurately and within established deadlines.</p><p>• Manage and resolve payroll discrepancies, including garnishments and adjustments.</p><p>• Utilize timekeeping systems to track employee attendance and hours.</p><p>• Assist with leave of absence administration and ensure compliance with company policies.</p><p>• Leverage advanced Excel skills to analyze payroll data and prepare reports. </p>
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support a non-profit organization in Norfolk, Virginia through a Long-term Contract assignment. This position focuses on delivering accurate, timely payroll processing across multiple states for a large employee population while maintaining compliance with applicable regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on experience with full-cycle payroll administration and is comfortable working in ADP Workforce Now within a high-volume environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process end-to-end payroll for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and confidentiality.<br>• Administer multi-state payroll activities, including review of earnings, deductions, taxes, and jurisdiction-specific compliance requirements.<br>• Maintain and update employee payroll records in ADP Workforce Now, verifying data integrity and resolving discrepancies promptly.<br>• Audit payroll inputs and outputs to identify issues before final submission, and make corrections as needed to prevent payment errors.<br>• Respond to payroll-related questions from employees and internal stakeholders, providing clear guidance on pay, deductions, and payroll records.<br>• Reconcile payroll reports and support reporting activities for finance and leadership teams as required.<br>• Coordinate payroll adjustments such as retroactive pay, garnishments, benefit deductions, and other special transactions.<br>• Support payroll-related process updates and system-related changes as needed while helping ensure continuity and accuracy in payroll operations.
<p>Are you a payroll professional who enjoys working with numbers, staying organized, and helping employees have confidence that they're paid accurately and on time? We're partnering with a well-established organization in Fulton County, NY seeking a <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> to join their team on a contract-to-hire basis.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build upon their payroll expertise while working closely with Payroll, HR, and Finance in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. If you enjoy balancing payroll processing, compliance, reporting, and employee support, we'd love to hear from you!</p><p><br></p><p><em>What You'll Be Doing</em></p><ul><li>Process and support payroll activities with a strong focus on accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Review payroll data, identify discrepancies, and assist with issue resolution.</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records, including earnings, tax elections, direct deposit information, and benefit deductions.</li><li>Ensure payroll processes remain compliant with federal, state, and local regulations.</li><li>Prepare payroll reports and assist with reconciliations and management requests.</li><li>Support quarterly and year-end payroll activities, including W-2s, 1095s, and payroll tax reporting.</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding payroll, deductions, taxes, and compensation matters.</li><li>Assist with internal and external audit requests by gathering payroll documentation and records.</li><li>Monitor direct deposit pre-note activity and help resolve payment setup issues.</li><li>Partner with HR and Finance to ensure employee changes are accurately reflected within payroll systems.</li><li>Help identify process improvements that increase efficiency and reduce payroll errors.</li></ul><p><em>What We're Looking For</em></p><ul><li>Payroll processing or payroll administration experience</li><li>Strong attention to detail and accuracy</li><li>Knowledge of payroll regulations, taxes, and compliance requirements</li><li>Experience with payroll systems and reporting tools</li><li>Excellent organizational and time-management skills</li><li>Strong communication and customer service abilities</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and payroll reporting</li></ul><p><em>Why You'll Love This Opportunity</em></p><ul><li>Long-term contract role with a respected local organization</li><li>Collaborative and supportive team environment</li><li>Opportunity to expand your payroll, reporting, and compliance expertise</li><li>Variety in your day with a mix of payroll processing, reporting, and employee interaction</li><li>Competitive compensation based on experience</li></ul><p>Bring your payroll knowledge, attention to detail, and customer-focused approach to a team where your work truly makes a difference.</p><p><br></p><p><em>Interested?</em></p><p>Contact <strong>Mary Christman</strong> or <strong>Kara Lyon</strong> today at 518-462-1430 to learn more about this opportunity. </p><p><br></p><p>We look forward to connecting with you soon!</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced CPP Sr. Payroll Specialist to oversee accurate and timely payroll operations for a mid-sized employee population in California. This position is ideal for someone who can manage end-to-end payroll activities, maintain compliance with payroll regulations, and resolve complex pay-related issues with confidence. The role also requires strong judgment, precision, and a service-focused approach when supporting employees and internal stakeholders. <strong>For immediate consideration, please contact Leon Chang directly via Linked-In.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Process payroll for ~200 staff (140 W2, 60 K-1 partners) using ADP Workforce Now</li><li>Handle partner equity payouts; verify calculations from accounting</li><li>Ensure multi-state payroll compliance (CA, CO, TX) and stay current on regulations</li><li>Manage weekly payroll cycles for exempt and non-exempt employees</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations in Baltimore, Maryland. This Long-term Contract position combines hands-on payroll processing with training, guidance, and employee relations support, making it ideal for someone who can balance accuracy, communication, and service. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage payroll activities from start to finish, including accurate bi-weekly processing.</p><p>• Design and update instructional materials for payroll and timekeeping education, including orientation sessions, leadership meetings, and group learning events.</p><p>• Assist the employee relations function by preparing and distributing documentation connected to leave administration, accommodation matters, and employment separations.</p><p>• Maintain and revise HR reference materials and agency manuals stored in shared digital files to ensure information remains current and accessible.</p><p>• Contribute to tracking and reporting activities by helping complete performance indicator documentation and related administrative records.</p><p>• Partner with internal teams to address payroll questions, resolve timekeeping issues, and provide general operational support as needed.</p>
<p>We are seeking a talented <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> with hands-on experience processing payroll for 200+ employees and proficiency across ADP, Workday, and QuickBooks. This opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes ownership of the full payroll cycle, and enjoys solving problems while delivering an exceptional employee experience.</p><p>If you are a payroll professional who values accuracy, efficiency, confidentiality, and continuous improvement, this is an opportunity to showcase your skills and grow with the organization.</p><p>What You'll Do</p><p><strong>Full-Cycle Payroll Processing</strong></p><ul><li>Process end-to-end payroll for a workforce of 200+ employees, ensuring accurate and timely payroll delivery.</li><li>Review and validate employee timecards, timesheets, overtime, PTO, bonuses, commissions, deductions, and other payroll adjustments.</li><li>Audit payroll entries and resolve discrepancies before payroll submission.</li><li>Reconcile payroll registers, earnings, deductions, taxes, and other payroll-related accounts.</li><li>Maintain accurate employee payroll records and ensure payroll changes are properly documented.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll questions and resolve discrepancies in a timely, professional manner.</li></ul><p><strong>Payroll Systems & Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Utilize ADP, Workday, and QuickBooks to process payroll, maintain employee information, and generate payroll reports.</li><li>Review payroll data across systems to ensure accuracy and consistency.</li><li>Prepare payroll reports, maintain supporting documentation, and assist with payroll-related reconciliations.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline payroll workflows, improve data integrity, and increase processing efficiency.</li></ul><p><strong>Payroll Systems & Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Utilize ADP, Workday, and QuickBooks to process payroll, maintain employee information, and generate payroll reports.</li><li>Review payroll data across systems to ensure accuracy and consistency.</li><li>Prepare payroll reports, maintain supporting documentation, and assist with payroll-related reconciliations.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline payroll workflows, improve data integrity, and increase processing efficiency.</li></ul><p><strong>Compliance & Benefits Administration</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure payroll is processed in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.</li><li>Maintain compliance with wage and hour requirements, payroll tax regulations, and company policies.</li><li>Support payroll tax filings, quarterly and year-end reporting, W-2 preparation, and payroll audits.</li><li>Assist with benefits-related payroll deductions, including medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, and other employee benefits.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee compensation, tax, and personal information.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to oversee accurate, timely payroll operations for a large and complex employee population in New Orleans, Louisiana. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for a payroll specialist who combines strong technical knowledge with a service-focused approach and sound judgment in resolving sensitive pay issues. The role serves as a senior-level resource for payroll administration, compliance, and process improvement while helping maintain reliable payroll practices across bi-weekly and monthly cycles.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead end-to-end processing for bi-weekly and monthly payrolls, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Administer payroll activities for a workforce exceeding 500 employees, including validations, adjustments, and exception handling.</p><p>• Maintain payroll records and system data within ADP Workforce Now to support efficient and accurate payroll operations.</p><p>• Interpret and apply federal, state, and local payroll regulations to keep payroll practices compliant with current requirements.</p><p>• Investigate complex payroll discrepancies, identify root causes, and implement effective resolutions in a timely manner.</p><p>• Serve as a senior point of contact for employee payroll questions, delivering clear guidance and high-quality customer support.</p><p>• Review payroll procedures and recommend process enhancements that strengthen accuracy, consistency, and internal controls.</p><p>• Provide day-to-day direction and subject matter support to less experienced payroll team members when needed.</p>
<p>We are seeking an organized, dependable, and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist / HR Coordinator to support daily business operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This contract role combines office coordination, payroll administration, and human resources support, making it ideal for someone who can effectively manage administrative processes while also handling employee-facing responsibilities.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate will play a key role in keeping the office running smoothly, supporting payroll functions, and helping maintain a well-organized and compliant workplace. Strong communication skills, the ability to multitask, and advanced Excel expertise are essential for success in this role. Based on general knowledge.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Coordinate and manage the onboarding process for new employees, ensuring all required documentation and setup steps are completed accurately and on time. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Process employee requisitions for temporary agencies, including entering and loading data into multiple systems and ensuring security badges are created and distributed. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Maintain OSHA logs and complete all required reporting for the North Carolina Department of Labor (NCDOL). Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Report and track workers’ compensation claims, including associated documentation, communication, and follow-up tasks. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Assist with benefits administration, including rolling over and setting up new benefit plans and managing the open enrollment process. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Post job openings on Indeed and other job boards as needed to support hiring efforts. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Support payroll-related activities and ensure accurate processing and recordkeeping. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Help maintain employee records, HR documentation, and administrative files in an organized and confidential manner. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Provide general office and HR coordination support to help ensure efficient day-to-day operations. Based on general knowledge.</li></ul><p><br></p><p> </p>
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to support a large-scale payroll function for an organization in Miami, Florida. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can step into a busy environment quickly, manage payroll activities with confidence, and provide dependable support to employees and internal stakeholders. The position focuses on accurate, timely payroll execution across a sizable workforce while maintaining strong service and compliance standards.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process end-to-end payroll for a large employee population, ensuring wages, deductions, and adjustments are calculated accurately and paid on schedule.<br>• Administer payroll activities across multiple states while following applicable tax, wage, and regulatory requirements.<br>• Respond to employee questions related to pay, deductions, time records, and payroll corrections in a timely and detail-focused manner.<br>• Review payroll data for completeness and accuracy, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues before final submission.<br>• Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation in accordance with company procedures and compliance expectations.<br>• Use ADP Workforce Now and UKG Pro to manage payroll transactions, reporting, and employee pay information.<br>• Partner with HR, finance, and other internal teams to address payroll-related matters and support smooth payroll operations.<br>• Assist with payroll coverage needs during a leave of absence and contribute with minimal onboarding time in a high-volume environment.