<p>A growing retail organization in White Plains is seeking a detail-oriented <strong>Contract Payroll Specialist</strong> to support payroll operations for a multi-location workforce. This position will be responsible for processing payroll accurately and on time, maintaining employee records, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The ideal candidate has experience handling high-volume payroll in a retail or multi-site environment.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Process weekly, biweekly, and semi-monthly payroll for hourly and salaried employees.</li><li>Review and audit timekeeping records to ensure accuracy.</li><li>Calculate overtime, bonuses, commissions, shift differentials, and deductions.</li><li>Maintain payroll records and employee information within the payroll system.</li><li>Resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries.</li><li>Administer garnishments, wage attachments, and benefit deductions.</li><li>Reconcile payroll accounts and assist with month-end close activities.</li><li>Prepare payroll reports for management and finance teams.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.</li><li>Support year-end processing, including W-2 preparation and audits.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a large employee population in Gig Harbor, Washington. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone with strong experience managing end-to-end payroll across multiple states while maintaining compliance and data accuracy. The role will work with established payroll platforms to process pay, resolve discrepancies, and help ensure smooth payroll administration.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process full-cycle payroll for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring deadlines are met and earnings, deductions, and taxes are calculated correctly.<br>• Administer payroll activities across multiple states while applying applicable wage and tax regulations to maintain compliance.<br>• Review payroll records for accuracy, investigate inconsistencies, and resolve issues related to timekeeping, pay adjustments, and employee data.<br>• Use ADP Workforce Now and Paylocity to manage payroll transactions, maintain records, and support reporting needs.<br>• Coordinate payroll updates such as new hires, terminations, compensation changes, benefits deductions, and garnishments.<br>• Reconcile payroll totals and supporting reports each cycle to confirm completeness and identify any variances before final processing.<br>• Respond to employee and internal stakeholder questions regarding payroll details, pay statements, and related transactions.<br>• Support payroll-related audits and documentation requests by preparing organized records and validating required information.
<p>We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist with strong Workday Payroll experience to support end-to-end weekly payroll processing for both salaried and hourly employees across California. This position will be responsible for the full payroll cycle, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while maintaining compliance with applicable wage and hour regulations. This is a contract opportunity.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Process weekly payroll for salaried and hourly employees in California</li><li>Manage the full payroll process from data review and timekeeping validation through payroll submission, reconciliation, and post-payroll reporting</li><li>Review employee pay data for accuracy, including hours worked, earnings, deductions, garnishments, bonuses, and adjustments</li><li>Ensure payroll transactions are processed accurately and on schedule in Workday Payroll</li><li>Audit payroll records and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner</li><li>Maintain compliance with California payroll laws, wage and hour requirements, and company policies</li><li>Coordinate with HR, benefits, finance, and managers to ensure accurate employee data and payroll changes</li><li>Process off-cycle payrolls, manual checks, final pay, and employee status changes as needed</li><li>Support payroll tax reporting, deductions, and year-end payroll activities</li><li>Respond to employee payroll questions and provide timely issue resolution</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of payroll and employee information</li><li>Assist with payroll reporting, reconciliations, and process improvement initiatives</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Part-Time Payroll Specialist - Tysons Corner, VA</p><p>$29-$36/HR</p><p><br></p><p>Our client is a growing real estate company in Tysons Corner, VA and is seeking a Part-Time Payroll Specialist to manage the semi-monthly payroll process for approximately 300 employees. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, maintaining payroll records, reconciling payroll-related accounts, and supporting employee payroll inquiries. The ideal candidate will have hands-on payroll experience, strong attention to detail, and experience with manual payroll data entry.</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Process semi-monthly payroll for approximately 300 employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Review, verify, and manually enter payroll data including hours worked, pay adjustments, bonuses, commissions, and other compensation changes.</li><li>Audit timesheets, payroll registers, and payroll reports for accuracy prior to processing.</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records, deductions, garnishments, direct deposit information, and tax withholding elections.</li><li>Respond to employee and management inquiries regarding payroll, tax withholdings, earnings statements, and payroll discrepancies.</li><li>Support quarterly and annual payroll tax reconciliations and assist with required payroll reporting.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.</li><li>Assist with year-end payroll activities including W-2 processing and audits.</li><li>Support benefit and retirement plan audits, including 401(k) and workers' compensation reporting.</li><li>Generate payroll-related reports for management and other internal stakeholders.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of employee payroll and compensation information.</li></ul>
<p>Our client is seeking an experienced <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> to manage and process high-volume, multi-state payroll for approximately <strong>3,000 employees</strong> using <strong>ADP</strong>. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of payroll laws and regulations, experience handling complex payroll transactions, and the ability to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing. Based on general knowledge.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process biweekly or semimonthly payroll for approximately 3,000 employees using ADP.</li><li>Ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, bonuses, commissions, garnishments, deductions, and tax withholdings.</li><li>Maintain and audit employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, pay rate changes, and direct deposit updates.</li><li>Review payroll reports for accuracy and reconcile discrepancies prior to payroll submission.</li><li>Respond to employee and manager inquiries regarding pay, deductions, taxes, and timekeeping.</li><li>Coordinate payroll data with HR, Benefits, and Finance to ensure accurate employee information and reporting.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws and payroll tax regulations.</li><li>Process off-cycle payrolls, manual checks, adjustments, and year-end activities including W-2 support.</li><li>Assist with payroll account reconciliations, audits, and reporting.</li><li>Support continuous improvement of payroll processes, controls, and documentation.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client, a non-profit organization, is in need for a contract-to-hire Payroll Specialist to join their team! This role involves processing payroll for a multi-state workforce and ensuring accuracy and compliance for over 1,500 employees (you will be on a team of 4). If you are detail-oriented and experienced in full cycle payroll, we encourage you to apply today!</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process full cycle payroll for a multi-state workforce, ensuring accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Utilize ADP to manage payroll operations efficiently.</p><p>• Maintain accurate records and prepare payroll reports for internal and external stakeholders.</p><p>• Ensure timely and accurate payment to over 500 employees, adhering to all relevant regulations.</p><p>• Address payroll-related inquiries and resolve discrepancies promptly.</p><p>• Stay updated on payroll laws and regulations to ensure compliance.</p><p>• Collaborate with HR and finance teams to streamline payroll processes.</p><p>• Assist with audits by providing necessary payroll documentation and reports.</p><p>• Identify areas for improvement within payroll systems and implement best practices.</p>
<p><strong>Job Summary:</strong></p><p>We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> to manage and process payroll for our employees. This role ensures employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with company policies and government regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and a good understanding of payroll processes and tax regulations. <strong><u>Please note - This is a fully onsite position.</u></strong></p>
<p><strong>HR Generalist/Office Manager</strong></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a respected professional services organization to identify an experienced HR Generalist/Office Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, people-focused environment.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a highly visible role responsible for overseeing day-to-day office operations, human resources administration, payroll processing, vendor management, technology coordination, and employee support. The ideal candidate is resourceful, proactive, and comfortable wearing multiple hats while serving as a trusted internal resource for leadership and staff.</p><p><br></p><p><u>Key Responsibilities</u></p><p>Human Resources & Payroll</p><ul><li>Manage the full employee lifecycle, including recruiting, onboarding, benefits administration, performance management, employee relations, and offboarding.</li><li>Prepare and process semi-monthly payroll through ADP and ensure accurate payroll records and reporting.</li><li>Coordinate payroll adjustments such as terminations, final paychecks, leave-related pay, garnishments, and benefits deductions.</li><li>Maintain HR records and support compliance with applicable employment laws and company policies.</li><li>Assist leadership with employee engagement initiatives, policy updates, and HR-related projects.</li></ul><p>Office Operations</p><ul><li>Oversee daily office functions to ensure a productive and professional work environment.</li><li>Manage office procedures, documentation, and operational processes.</li><li>Support leadership with special projects, reporting, and administrative initiatives.</li><li>Serve as a key point of contact for employee questions and operational support.</li></ul><p>Vendor Management & Procurement</p><ul><li>Coordinate relationships with office, technology, and service vendors.</li><li>Support contract renewals and identify opportunities for cost savings and operational improvements.</li><li>Research products, software platforms, and service providers, presenting recommendations, costs, and implementation considerations to leadership.</li><li>Resolve vendor-related issues and advocate for the organization's interests when service or contract concerns arise.</li><li>Monitor vendor performance and identify alternative solutions when necessary.</li></ul><p>Team & Administrative Support</p><ul><li>Provide guidance and oversight to administrative support staff.</li><li>Help establish priorities, workflows, and service expectations across the office.</li><li>Foster a collaborative, customer-service-oriented workplace culture.</li><li>Support company meetings, communications, presentations, and internal initiatives.</li></ul><p>Technology Coordination & End-User Support</p><ul><li>Serve as the first point of contact for common technology issues and employee troubleshooting needs.</li><li>Assist employees with basic software, hardware, mobile device, email, video conferencing, and connectivity issues.</li><li>Coordinate with external IT providers on escalated support requests, system updates, and technology projects.</li><li>Research technology solutions and make recommendations to improve efficiency and user experience.</li><li>Maintain technology-related documentation and assist with user training when needed.</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to support a focused payroll tax compliance initiative for a Long-term Contract assignment based in New York, New York. In this role, you will partner closely with payroll leadership to investigate tax discrepancies, address agency notices, and strengthen payroll tax processes across a multi-entity environment. This opportunity is ideal for a candidate who brings strong analytical skills, hands-on tax reconciliation experience, and a proactive approach to reducing future compliance exposure.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Investigate and bring closure to payroll tax notices issued by federal, state, and local agencies.<br>• Compare tax filings, remittances, and agency account balances to identify and correct discrepancies.<br>• Analyze recurring compliance problems to determine underlying causes and recommend lasting solutions.<br>• Communicate with tax authorities and external payroll partners to clarify issues and drive timely resolution.<br>• Review quarterly and annual payroll tax forms, including Form 941, Form W-2, and applicable state and local filings, to confirm accuracy and completeness.<br>• Create practical control recommendations and updated procedures designed to lower the risk of penalties and future agency inquiries.<br>• Prepare clear reconciliation summaries, issue tracking updates, and documentation outlining corrective actions and process improvements.<br>• Support on-site collaboration with the headquarters team at least three days per week.<br>• Contribute to the development of a forward-looking payroll tax compliance framework for the organization and its subsidiaries.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Assistant to support payroll operations within a manufacturing environment in Fairfield, Ohio. This role focuses on maintaining accurate employee pay and timekeeping records, responding to payroll inquiries, and helping ensure payroll activities run smoothly each pay period. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and comfortable working with confidential information while providing reliable support to employees and staff.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Assist with clerical and administrative activities that support the biweekly payroll cycle from start to finish.</p><p>• Examine attendance logs and submitted timesheets each day to identify missing entries, inconsistencies, or items that could affect employee pay.</p><p>• Respond to payroll and timekeeping questions from contract workers and internal employees in a timely and helpful manner.</p><p>• Act as the first point of contact for walk-in inquiries related to pay, hours worked, and timekeeping matters.</p><p>• Enter and maintain contract employee records in the Time on Demand system with a high level of accuracy.</p><p>• Organize payroll documentation, employee files, and archived records to support retention, compliance, and audit readiness.</p><p>• Provide coverage for payroll orientation sessions when the supervisor is unavailable.</p><p>• Update, review, and maintain employee information across payroll and timekeeping platforms to keep records current and accurate.</p>
<p><strong>Know payroll beyond the software? This role is for you.</strong></p><p>A North County professional services organization is looking for a <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> who combines technical payroll knowledge with strong client and employee support skills. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys understanding how payroll information flows through a system, identifying discrepancies, and helping people resolve issues before they become larger problems. You'll partner with clients or internal departments to collect payroll information, validate employee data, process payroll accurately, and answer questions throughout the payroll cycle. The position also offers exposure to system workflows, account setup, reporting, and process improvements.</p><p>The team is looking for someone who can work independently, communicate clearly, and take ownership of payroll from initial data review through final reconciliation.</p><p><strong>Your day-to-day responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Collect and review payroll information for accuracy and completeness.</li><li>Process payroll according to established schedules and service deadlines.</li><li>Validate employee hours, pay rates, deductions, tax information, and direct deposit details.</li><li>Investigate payroll calculation issues and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Communicate with clients, employees, or department contacts regarding missing information and payroll questions.</li><li>Assist with onboarding new payroll accounts or employee groups.</li><li>Maintain payroll calendars, processing checklists, and supporting documentation.</li><li>Prepare payroll registers, reconciliation reports, and other recurring reporting.</li><li>Review payroll changes and ensure appropriate approvals are documented.</li><li>Assist with quarter-end and year-end payroll processes.</li><li>Support payroll system updates, testing, and process improvements.</li><li>Identify recurring issues and recommend practical solutions that improve accuracy and turnaround time.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced payroll leader to oversee end-to-end payroll operations for a complex workforce in Walnut Creek, California. This role is ideal for someone who brings deep knowledge of union construction payroll, strong command of compliance requirements, and the ability to guide a payroll team while working closely with external processing partners. The successful candidate will combine accuracy, sound judgment, and a service-minded approach to ensure payroll is delivered correctly, on schedule, and in alignment with company standards.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct full-cycle payroll activities, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time across regular payroll cycles and special payments.<br>• Maintain and review employee payroll data, including compensation adjustments, position updates, withholding changes, and deduction elections.<br>• Investigate payroll issues, correct discrepancies promptly, and perform recurring audits to strengthen accuracy and compliance.<br>• Lead daily payroll operations in accordance with established policies, internal controls, and applicable wage and tax regulations.<br>• Supervise and support a small payroll team, providing guidance, prioritization, and quality oversight.<br>• Prepare and submit payroll-related tax filings, garnishment remittances, and required weekly payment activities.<br>• Coordinate quarterly and year-end payroll tax reporting to meet all filing deadlines and reporting obligations.<br>• Oversee union payroll reporting requirements and contribute to certified payroll documentation when needed.<br>• Partner with external payroll providers to manage processing workflows, resolve issues, and improve service execution.
<p><br></p><p>Our client, an established retail company, is seeking a <strong>Contract Payroll Specialist</strong> to join its payroll team. This position will support payroll operations across multiple retail locations, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with company policies and employment regulations.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Process payroll for hourly, salaried, and part-time employees.</li><li>Audit timecards and attendance records.</li><li>Ensure accurate calculation of overtime, holiday pay, commissions, and incentive pay.</li><li>Assist with payroll tax filings and compliance reporting.</li><li>Reconcile payroll-related accounts and deductions.</li><li>Maintain employee payroll files and confidential records.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries in a timely manner.</li><li>Assist with onboarding payroll setup and employee status changes.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end payroll reporting.</li><li>Participate in payroll audits and process improvements.</li></ul><p><br></p>
Robert Half Contract Finance and Accounting is seeking a Payroll Specialist for a well-established organization to help support a multi-state workforce. This position plays a critical role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while partnering with internal stakeholders to resolve payroll issues, support reporting, and maintain compliance with payroll regulations. This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll detail oriented who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, collaborating across departments, and contributing to process improvements. <br> Key Responsibilities: Process weekly and bi-weekly payroll for employees across multiple states Review payroll data for accuracy and resolve discrepancies Process payroll adjustments, terminations, garnishments, and other payroll-related transactions Respond to employee and management payroll inquiries Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations Assist with payroll reporting, reconciliations, and month-end activities Support PTO accruals and other payroll-related accounting processes Coordinate with internal teams to troubleshoot payroll and timekeeping issues Participate in payroll system enhancements, testing, and process improvements Ensure confidentiality and accuracy of sensitive employee information
<p><strong>Payroll is your specialty. Accuracy is your reputation.</strong></p><p>A growing North County organization with multiple operating locations is seeking a detail-oriented <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> to join its accounting and HR team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who understands the importance of accurate payroll, enjoys troubleshooting discrepancies, and can manage competing deadlines without sacrificing attention to detail. Supporting a diverse employee population, this position requires someone who is comfortable handling hourly and salaried payroll, reviewing timekeeping records, processing employee changes, and partnering with managers to resolve issues before payroll closes. You'll have an active role in keeping payroll operations running smoothly while helping improve the processes behind them. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and comfortable communicating with employees and supervisors at all levels. If you enjoy owning your work, investigating discrepancies, and making sure people are paid correctly and on time, this could be a great fit.</p><p><strong>What you'll be responsible for:</strong></p><ul><li>Process biweekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees across multiple locations.</li><li>Review timecards, overtime, missed punches, meal periods, and other timekeeping exceptions.</li><li>Process new hires, terminations, pay-rate changes, bonuses, deductions, and direct deposit updates.</li><li>Research payroll discrepancies and coordinate corrections with HR and department managers.</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records and confidential employee information.</li><li>Review payroll deductions, garnishments, reimbursements, and benefit-related adjustments.</li><li>Reconcile payroll registers and assist with payroll-related general ledger entries.</li><li>Prepare payroll reports for management and accounting.</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay statements, deductions, and timekeeping.</li><li>Assist with payroll audits, year-end reporting, and W-2 preparation.</li><li>Help identify recurring errors and recommend improvements to payroll procedures.</li><li>Ensure payroll documentation is maintained in accordance with company policies and applicable regulations.</li></ul>
<p>We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processing and support payroll-related compliance, reporting, and employee inquiries. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of payroll procedures, tax regulations, and payroll systems, along with the ability to handle sensitive information with accuracy and confidentiality.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Process weekly, biweekly, or semi-monthly payroll accurately and on time</li><li>Maintain payroll records, including earnings, deductions, taxes, and direct deposit information</li><li>Review and audit timesheets, wage calculations, and payroll changes</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, benefits, and tax forms</li><li>Reconcile payroll accounts and assist with month-end reporting</li><li>Prepare payroll-related reports for finance, human resources, and leadership teams</li><li>Coordinate with human resources and accounting on new hires, terminations, and compensation changes</li><li>Support year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and payroll audits</li><li>Assist with payroll system updates, testing, and process improvements</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half Management Resources is looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for one of our clients on an interim basis. This contract position will oversee full-cycle payroll delivery for approximately 5,000 employees across several states, including union-based employee populations. The ideal candidate will bring strong operational leadership, deep payroll compliance knowledge, and the ability to keep processes accurate, timely, and well-coordinated across internal teams.</p><p><br></p><p><u>Responsibilities:</u></p><p>• Direct the daily work of a nine-member payroll team, setting priorities, providing guidance, and ensuring consistent execution across all payroll activities.</p><p>• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for a workforce of roughly 5,000 employees, maintaining accuracy, timeliness, and completeness in each pay cycle.</p><p>• Administer payroll activities across multiple states while ensuring alignment with federal, state, and applicable labor agreement requirements.</p><p>• Oversee union payroll components such as negotiated pay rates, deductions, and contract-specific rules to support compliant employee payment practices.</p><p>• Use ADP payroll tools to strengthen process reliability, improve efficiency, and maintain standardized payroll operations.</p><p>• Review reconciliations, reporting, and payroll outputs to detect discrepancies, address issues quickly, and reduce operational risk.</p><p>• Collaborate closely with Human Resources, Finance, and related business partners to support smooth payroll delivery and resolve cross-functional concerns.</p><p>• Provide interim leadership during the contract period by reinforcing payroll stability and driving practical process improvements where needed.</p>
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a team in Texas in a contract role with the potential to become permanent. This position will support accurate and timely payroll operations while also assisting with benefits administration, employee support, and key HR processes. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll knowledge, careful attention to detail, and the ability to handle sensitive information appropriately.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for both semi-monthly and bi-weekly pay cycles, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule.<br>• Investigate and correct payroll and timekeeping issues independently, resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.<br>• Support benefits administration by handling enrollments, updates, terminations, and related documentation with payroll and insurance providers.<br>• Respond to employee questions regarding pay, benefits, and HR matters, providing clear and attentive customer service.<br>• Complete employment eligibility verification, maintain I-9 records, and help coordinate onboarding tasks for newly added employees.<br>• Reconcile benefit records and perform routine audits of payroll, benefits, and HR data to identify issues and recommend corrections.<br>• Assist with offboarding activities, performance review preparation, and maintenance of employee documentation and files.<br>• Coordinate recruiting support activities such as interview scheduling, candidate status tracking, follow-up communication, and preparation of new employee records.<br>• Prepare correspondence and administrative materials as requested while supporting day-to-day HR operations.<br>• Maintain organized employee files and ensure records are updated, accurate, and compliant with company requirements.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented HR & Payroll Specialist to support day-to-day people operations in Redmond, Washington. This Contract position will help maintain accurate payroll and employee records while contributing to a positive and well-organized employee experience. The role also supports hiring coordination, onboarding and separation activities, and benefits-related administration. Success in this position requires strong judgment, professionalism, and the ability to work effectively with HR systems and internal stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Administer payroll activities with a high level of accuracy, verifying employee data, pay-related updates, and supporting timely processing.</p><p>• Coordinate employee onboarding and offboarding tasks, including documentation, scheduling, system updates, and communication with key partners.</p><p>• Review and reconcile benefits information to help ensure deductions, enrollments, and records align correctly.</p><p>• Assist with recruiting support by scheduling interviews, confirming appointments, maintaining candidate records, and communicating professionally with applicants.</p><p>• Maintain organized departmental records and HR documentation in accordance with company procedures and data privacy standards.</p><p>• Enter and update employee information within HRIS platforms, including Paylocity, to keep personnel data current and reliable.</p><p>• Respond to employee questions related to payroll, benefits, and general HR processes with a courteous and service-oriented approach.</p><p>• Support administrative HR projects and process improvements, including activities tied to payroll or HR system updates when needed.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to support complex global payroll operations for a long-term contract position based in Washington, DC. This role will oversee payroll review, reconciliation, and compliance activities across multiple regions, working closely with external providers to ensure timely and accurate payroll delivery. The position also contributes to payroll accounting oversight and supports compensation-related matters tied to employee mobility and equity programs.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage end-to-end payroll coordination across assigned international and domestic populations, ensuring each cycle is completed accurately and on schedule</p><p>• Partner with third-party payroll vendors to review payroll data, validate calculations, and resolve discrepancies before final processing</p><p>• Oversee payroll tax reporting, remittances, and account reconciliations to maintain compliance with local and regional requirements</p><p>• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual reconciliations for payroll-related general ledger accounts and investigate variances as needed</p><p>• Analyze payroll results and supporting reports to confirm data integrity, proper approvals, and adherence to internal controls</p><p>• Support payroll administration connected to employee mobility arrangements, equity compensation, and other specialized pay programs</p><p>• Collaborate with payroll, tax, and accounting stakeholders to address issues, improve processes, and maintain accurate records</p><p>• Assist with audits, reporting requests, and documentation related to payroll operations and compliance activities</p>
<p><strong>Robert Half is partnering with a leading Boise-area organization to identify an experienced Senior Payroll Specialist for an immediate contract opportunity.</strong></p><p>If you’re a payroll professional who thrives on <strong>accuracy, problem-solving, and keeping payroll running smoothly</strong>, this could be a great opportunity to make an immediate impact.</p><p>What You’ll Do</p><ul><li>Process and audit <strong>U.S. and Canadian payroll</strong></li><li>Research and resolve payroll questions and discrepancies</li><li>Manage adjustments, reporting, reconciliations, taxes, and compliance</li><li>Partner with <strong>ADP</strong> and internal teams on payroll processing and garnishments</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and efficiency</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for a Milwaukee, Wisconsin area organization. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate, timely payroll processing across multiple states while maintaining compliance with wage and tax regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership skills, deep knowledge of end-to-end payroll administration, and the ability to improve processes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct end-to-end payroll processing for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and confidentiality.</p><p>• Oversee multi-state payroll activities, including earnings, deductions, garnishments, and other payroll adjustments in accordance with applicable regulations.</p><p>• Manage bi-monthly payroll cycles and verify that all payments are completed correctly and on schedule.</p><p>• Lead payroll tax administration by reviewing filings, supporting reconciliations, and helping ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.</p><p>• Supervise and support payroll staff, providing guidance, accountability, and day-to-day operational leadership.</p><p>• Review payroll records and reports to identify discrepancies, resolve issues promptly, and strengthen internal controls.</p><p>• Partner with HR, finance, and related teams to ensure employee data changes are reflected accurately in payroll processing.</p><p>• Maintain payroll procedures and support continuous improvement efforts to increase efficiency and service quality.</p>
<p><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Contract </p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a dynamic and growing organization to find an experienced <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong>. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring employees are compensated accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with payroll regulations. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your payroll career while working closely with a supportive and collaborative team.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process semi-monthly, biweekly, or weekly payroll for employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Maintain payroll records, including wage adjustments, benefit deductions, and tax withholding.</li><li>Review and reconcile payroll reports to ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations.</li><li>Respond promptly to employee inquiries about payroll, deductions, or tax issues.</li><li>Assist with annual reporting requirements, including W-2 and 1099 processing.</li><li>Calculate and process bonuses, overtime, and commissions where applicable.</li><li>Collaborate with HR to ensure accurate onboarding of employee information.</li><li>Stay updated on payroll laws and regulations, including applicable state or regional requirements.</li><li>Assist with audits and liaise with external auditors or agencies when necessary.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for a contract to hire position. This role is responsible for delivering accurate biweekly payroll across multiple states while maintaining compliance with tax, wage, and hour regulations. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills, deep payroll expertise, and the ability to work closely with Accounting, Finance, and other internal partners to support a reliable and well-controlled payroll function.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct end-to-end biweekly payroll activities for a large multi-state employee population, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance across jurisdictions.</p><p>• Review and approve payroll inputs such as time records, earnings, bonus and commission payments, deductions, garnishments, off-cycle runs, adjustments, and final compensation.</p><p>• Prepare scheduled payroll reports and analyses for internal and external stakeholders, including certified payroll documentation when required.</p><p>• Evaluate customer and job-specific pay obligations, apply prevailing wage requirements where applicable, and confirm employees are compensated in accordance with governing regulations.</p><p>• Provide monthly payroll data to customers that require workers' compensation reporting for contracted labor.</p><p>• Lead, mentor, and support a team of payroll administrators by setting priorities, distributing work, and reinforcing quality and service expectations.</p><p>• Act as the primary escalation point for complex payroll matters involving taxation, retroactive changes, multi-state issues, overpayments, and withholding discrepancies.</p><p>• Oversee payroll tax filings, reconciliations, year-end reporting, and interactions with tax vendors, auditors, and government agencies to address notices and resolve issues.</p><p>• Maintain payroll controls and conduct regular audits to protect data accuracy, confidentiality, and adherence to federal, state, and local wage and hour laws.</p><p>• Collaborate with Human Resources and Finance on employee classifications, pay changes, leave impacts, incentive payments, account reconciliations, and other compensation-related transactions.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to oversee accurate and timely payroll operations for a multi-entity, multi-state workforce in Lawrence, Kansas. This role partners closely with HR, Finance, and site leadership to maintain payroll records, support compliance obligations, and ensure employees are paid correctly each cycle. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll systems experience, a detail-focused approach, and the ability to manage reporting, tax administration, and deduction activity in a fast-paced environment. This is a newly created role with a GROWING company and a phenomenal team! Reach out and apply today! </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Administer end-to-end payroll processing across multiple entities and states, including regular payroll runs, imported hours, special earnings, deductions, incentive payments, and off-cycle checks.</p><p>• Review timekeeping records each pay period, coordinate with supervisors on missed punches or approval issues, and resolve exceptions before payroll is finalized.</p><p>• Maintain paid time off and leave accrual structures in the payroll system and verify that employee balances remain accurate and up to date.</p><p>• Oversee the payroll schedule by communicating key deadlines, cutoffs, and submission requirements to managers and operating locations.</p><p>• Manage payroll system configuration such as earnings codes, deduction settings, job classifications, and entity-level setup while contributing to process enhancements.</p><p>• Support payroll onboarding for newly acquired businesses by organizing employee data conversion, tax setup, deduction mapping, and parallel payroll validation.</p><p>• Handle payroll tax administration by establishing state and local accounts, monitoring rates, reconciling filings, and responding to agency inquiries or notices.</p><p>• Process garnishments, child support withholdings, and tax levies in accordance with applicable laws, while coordinating required communication with employees and agencies.</p><p>• Prepare payroll-related reports for Finance and HR, including journal entry support, labor allocation details, accrual documentation, year-end reporting, compliance filings, and audit requests.</p><p>• Reconcile benefit deductions and carrier invoices, assist with open enrollment updates, and process retirement plan contribution remittances accurately and on time.</p>