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Payroll Specialist

Mclean, VA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
50000.00 - 60000.00 USD / Yearly
Part-Time Payroll Specialist - Tysons Corner, VA$29-$36/HR 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. <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>
2026-10-23T15:54:06Z

Payroll Specialist

Carrollton, TX
remote
Temporary / Contract
29.00 - 33.00 USD / Hourly
Our client is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to manage and process high-volume, multi-state payroll for approximately 3,000 employees using ADP. 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.Key Responsibilities<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>
2026-10-26T20:53:45Z

Payroll Specialist

Murray, UT
remote
Temporary to Hire
24.00 - 27.00 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join a growing organization in Murray, Utah. This position is responsible for processing payroll accurately and on time, maintaining employee payroll records, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and providing exceptional support to employees regarding payroll-related questions. <ul><li>Process weekly, bi-weekly, or semi-monthly payroll for employees</li><li>Review and verify timesheets, wage calculations, and payroll deductions</li><li>Maintain payroll records and employee information within payroll systems</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations</li><li>Process garnishments, wage assignments, and other payroll adjustments</li><li>Coordinate payroll-related activities with Human Resources and Accounting teams</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and assist with month-end processes</li></ul>
2026-10-29T18:23:44Z

Payroll Specialist

Washington, DC
onsite
Temporary / Contract
25.00 - 33.00 USD / Hourly
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. Key Responsibilities:<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>
2026-10-22T13:33:42Z

Payroll Specialist

Lisle, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
75000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities:• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for a large employee population, ensuring timely and accurate completion of each pay cycle.• Prepare payroll-related cash activity and general ledger support, and verify figures before final submission.• Coordinate payroll activities across multiple employee groups, including salaried, hourly, and union populations.• Review employee setup details such as tax withholding and direct deposit information to confirm records are complete and correct.• Examine payroll calculations, accrual balances, and final payments for departing employees to ensure proper payout amounts.• Process special payroll runs when needed, following established approval procedures and documentation standards.• Administer multi-state tax withholdings and wage garnishments in compliance with applicable regulations.• Partner with internal teams and external tax service providers to address tax notices, reporting questions, and year-end form balancing.• Manage the company travel card and purchasing card programs, including monthly audits, approval review, and employee issue resolution.• Contribute to reporting, reconciliations, and other special assignments that support payroll and accounts payable functions.
2026-10-16T15:38:44Z

Payroll Specialist

Rochester, NY
remote
Temporary / Contract
24.00 - 28.00 USD / Hourly
Job DescriptionRobert Half is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist for a contract-to-hire opportunity with one of our clients. This role is ideal for a payroll professional with experience processing payroll accurately and efficiently, maintaining employee records, and supporting compliance with payroll regulations. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process weekly, biweekly, or semi-monthly payroll for employees accurately and on time</li><li>Review timekeeping records and resolve payroll discrepancies</li><li>Maintain payroll records, deductions, garnishments, and tax withholdings</li><li>Assist with payroll reconciliations and reporting</li><li>Support compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations</li><li>Respond to employee payroll questions in a professional and timely manner</li><li>Partner with HR and accounting teams to ensure accurate employee and compensation data</li><li>Assist with year-end payroll activities, including W-2 preparation and related reporting</li></ul>
2026-11-04T19:43:44Z

HR/Payroll Specialist

Bristol Area, CT
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Yearly
HR/Payroll Specialist Our client, a global organization with corporate headquarters in CT, is seeking an experienced HR/Payroll Specialist for a newly created role supporting the Director of HR. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented, highly accountable professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys owning critical HR and payroll processes from start to finish. The ideal candidate will be a proactive, exercises sound judgment, and is committed to accuracy, deadlines, and continuous process improvement. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process full-cycle payroll for approximately 150 employees multi-state</li><li>Manage monthly benefits billing, invoicing, reconciliation, and discrepancy resolution.</li><li>Serve as the primary point of oversight for the HRIS system</li><li>Generate, manipulate, reconcile, and analyze HR/payroll data using Excel skills.</li><li>Prepare reports and support data-driven decision-making for HR leadership.</li><li>Oversee the full onboarding process for new hires, including:</li><li>Background checks</li><li>Drug screenings</li><li>Tax forms</li><li>New hire communication</li><li>Coordination with IT and internal stakeholders</li><li>HRIS setup </li><li>Ensuring payroll and documentation are complete and accurate</li><li>Maintain onboarding timelines and ensure a smooth, compliant new hire experience.</li><li>Assist with payroll-related audits, year-end reporting, reconciliations, and personnel record accuracy.</li><li>Support administration related to pay practices, coefficients, 401(k) eligibility, and payroll deductions.</li><li>Identify opportunities for process improvement and help strengthen HR/payroll workflows.</li></ul> Qualifications:<ul><li>Prior experience processing payroll is required.</li><li>Strong Excel skills are required, including reporting, reconciliation, and data manipulation.</li><li>Experience with a HRIS system</li><li>Highly organized, dependable, and self-directed with a strong sense of ownership.</li><li>Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to dive into issues and figure things out independently.</li><li>Sound judgment, discretion, and a high level of ethics are essential.</li></ul>Why Join:<ul><li>Newly created position with strong visibility and impact.</li><li>Opportunity to support an HR leader who is driving positive change and modernization.</li><li>Broad role with exposure to both HR and payroll operations.</li><li>Chance to join a global company with a collaborative local office environment.</li></ul> To be considered, apply today or email your resume to Kelsey.Ryan@roberthalf (.com)
2026-11-09T17:08:45Z

Payroll Specialist

Oceanside, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
25.00 - 32.00 USD / Hourly
An established manufacturing company is seeking a hands-on Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a busy production workforce. This position is especially well suited for someone who enjoys working through timekeeping details, investigating discrepancies, and partnering with supervisors to make sure employees are paid correctly and on time.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process weekly and biweekly payroll for hourly production, warehouse, and administrative employees.</li><li>Audit employee timecards, shift differentials, overtime, attendance, and missed punches.</li><li>Collect and verify supervisor approvals before payroll deadlines.</li><li>Enter new hires, terminations, pay rate changes, and employee deductions.</li><li>Investigate payroll discrepancies and respond to employee questions.</li><li>Maintain payroll files and assist with wage garnishments and payroll deductions.</li><li>Prepare payroll summaries and support periodic audits and reconciliations.</li></ul>
2026-11-05T00:18:45Z

Payroll Specialist

Daly City, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
35.00 - 45.00 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Part-Time Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations approximately 20 hours per week. This role is responsible for processing payroll accurately and on time, maintaining employee records, ensuring compliance with payroll regulations, and supporting reporting requirements. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with QuickBooks Desktop Payroll and a strong understanding of prevailing wage payroll requirements, including certified payroll reporting and labor compliance. This position is well suited for someone who can work independently, maintain confidentiality, and effectively manage payroll processes in a fast-paced environment.
2026-10-29T22:58:44Z

Part-Time Payroll Specialist

Concord, NH
onsite
Temporary / Contract
22.80 - 27.40 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Part-Time Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a financial services organization in Concord, New Hampshire. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage payroll activities accurately and efficiently across a large employee population while maintaining compliance with multi-state requirements. The right candidate will bring hands-on experience with full-cycle payroll processing, strong familiarity with Paylocity, and the ability to contribute to benefits-related payroll support. Responsibilities:• Administer end-to-end payroll processing for employees, ensuring timely and accurate pay each cycle.• Manage payroll activities across multiple states while applying current tax, wage, and compliance requirements.• Maintain and audit payroll records for a workforce of more than 50 employees to verify accuracy and completeness.• Use Paylocity to enter, review, and reconcile payroll data, deductions, taxes, and adjustments.• Partner with internal stakeholders to address payroll discrepancies, respond to employee questions, and resolve issues efficiently.• Support benefits-related payroll entries, including deductions, updates, and related reconciliations.• Review payroll reports and perform quality checks to identify variances before final submission.• Assist with payroll-related process updates or system-related changes as needed to maintain smooth operations.
2026-11-06T14:23:44Z

Payroll Specialist

Sunny, FL
remote
Temporary to Hire
- USD / Hourly
Payroll Specialist – Sunny Isles BeachLocation: Sunny Isles Beach, FL Sunny Isles Beach is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to process payroll accurately and efficiently while ensuring compliance with applicable payroll regulations and municipal policies. The ideal candidate will have experience with municipal or government payroll and proficiency in Tyler Munis software.Responsibilities<ul><li>Process biweekly or scheduled payroll for municipal employees.</li><li>Review and verify timesheets, hours worked, overtime, leave balances, and payroll adjustments.</li><li>Calculate and process payroll deductions, tax withholdings, benefits, and other employee payments.</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records and employee information in Tyler Munis.</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and investigate discrepancies.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.</li><li>Assist with payroll reporting, audits, and year-end processing, including W-2s.</li><li>Respond to employee inquiries regarding paychecks, deductions, and payroll discrepancies.</li><li>Maintain the confidentiality of employee payroll and personnel information.</li><li>Collaborate with Human Resources, Finance, and other municipal departments as needed.</li></ul>
2026-10-27T20:08:42Z

Payroll Specialist

Iowa City, IA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
23.00 - 26.00 USD / Hourly
Payroll Specialist (Contract Opportunity)Location: Iowa City, IAContract Position | Full-Time Are you a payroll professional who enjoys working with numbers, ensuring accuracy, and meeting critical deadlines? We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist for a contract opportunity with a growing Iowa City-area organization. This role will be responsible for processing payroll, maintaining employee records, and supporting payroll compliance in a fast-paced environment.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process payroll accurately and on schedule for hourly and salaried employees</li><li>Review timesheets, attendance records, and payroll data for completeness and accuracy</li><li>Ensure proper payroll deductions, garnishments, benefits, and tax withholdings</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and assist with payroll-related audits</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, and payroll processes</li><li>Maintain payroll records and employee data while ensuring confidentiality</li><li>Assist with new hire setups, employee changes, and terminations within payroll systems</li><li>Partner with HR and accounting teams to support payroll-related initiatives</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and company payroll policies</li></ul>
2026-10-28T21:04:02Z

Payroll Specialist

Burbank, CA
onsite
Temporary to Hire
30.48 - 38.28 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our team in Burbank. The Payroll Specialist will be onsite and ideal for someone who can take full ownership of biweekly payroll operations for a multi-location workforce. The Payroll Specialist position offers the opportunity to support accurate, compliant payroll processing while contributing to process improvements and employee support. The Payroll Specialist must have experience with UKG or UKG Ready. Responsibilities:• Administer end-to-end biweekly payroll for a workforce of fewer than 300 employees across clinic and corporate sites.• Oversee payroll activities within the designated payroll platform, including time entry review, deduction management, and pay-related adjustments.• Track and maintain employee paid leave balances, including sick time and vacation accruals, with accuracy and consistency.• Coordinate retirement contribution processing and reconcile payroll records to ensure deductions are properly recorded.• Monitor payroll practices for alignment with California wage and hour requirements and related compliance standards.• Investigate payroll variances, address employee questions, and resolve issues in a timely and effective manner.• Review existing payroll workflows and recommend practical enhancements that improve efficiency and accuracy.• UKG or UKG Ready payroll software.
2026-10-27T19:38:50Z

Payroll Specialist

Warrenton, VA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
62400.00 - 72800.00 USD / Yearly
This position serves as the primary point of coordination for payroll, benefits administration, and employee HR support. The role is responsible for managing payroll processing, timesheet review, commissions, bonus payments, garnishments, and retirement contributions while ensuring accuracy and compliance. Additionally, the position oversees employee benefits administration, including enrollments, payroll deduction audits, invoice reconciliation, and ongoing employee support. The individual will also coordinate onboarding activities, maintain employee records and calendars, monitor subcontractor insurance compliance, and support various HR and administrative functions that contribute to the efficient operation of the organization. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Coordinate onboarding and new employee setup processes.</li><li>Administer employee benefits programs, including annual open enrollment, payroll deduction audits, and benefit-related updates.</li><li>Process and maintain retirement plan contributions on a recurring basis.</li><li>Manage employee bonus payments and ensure accurate payroll adjustments.</li><li>Process child support garnishments and other payroll-related deductions.</li><li>Review and calculate weekly job costing and commission payments.</li><li>Maintain employee timesheets, attendance records, leave requests, and payroll processing activities.</li><li>Track and close commission-related projects within the AccuLynx system.</li><li>Process and reconcile in-house labor transactions in AccuLynx.</li><li>Maintain and update employee calendars and time-off schedules.</li><li>Coordinate weekly subcontractor payment processing.</li><li>Verify subcontractor insurance compliance and maintain current documentation.</li><li>Reconcile monthly benefit invoices against payroll deductions to ensure accuracy.</li><li>Review benefit provider statements and resolve discrepancies as needed, including medical, dental, vision, and other employee benefit plans.</li></ul>
2026-11-04T20:33:42Z

Payroll Specialist

Howell, NJ
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
75000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to help manage accurate and timely payroll operations for a complex healthcare workforce in Howell, New Jersey. This role supports both employee and contractor pay processing, handles detailed payroll reviews, and delivers reporting that informs business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong multi-state payroll knowledge, a sharp eye for discrepancies, and the ability to work confidently with large data sets and cross-functional partners. Benefits: M,D,V,PTO,401K Responsibilities:• Manage payroll support activities for high-volume W-2 and 1099 employee populations within a healthcare environment.• Examine timekeeping records, earnings elements, deductions, and manual adjustments to confirm payroll data is complete and accurate before processing.• Research pay-related issues such as missed hours, deposit problems, tax questions, and other discrepancies, then drive issues through resolution with employees and internal teams.• Analyze payroll registers, exception reporting, tax documentation, and funding summaries to identify errors and maintain data integrity.• Produce recurring and ad hoc payroll reports, overtime trends, and workforce analyses for Payroll, Finance, Operations, and leadership stakeholders.• Complete reconciliations tied to payroll liabilities, accruals, and general ledger activity while supporting month-end financial close requirements.• Assist with payroll tax administration by reviewing notices, reconciling tax-related balances, and partnering with vendors to resolve outstanding items.• Coordinate vendor cases, monitor issue escalation paths, and contribute to payroll-related projects and process improvement efforts.• Participate in payroll system testing, conversions, implementation support, validation activities, and user acceptance efforts for technology enhancements.• Build broad knowledge across payroll operations and act as a key backup resource to the Payroll Manager to maintain continuity of service.
2026-10-30T15:04:26Z

Payroll Specialist

Tacoma, WA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
26.00 - 30.00 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processing and ensure compliance with labor regulations. This contract role is ideal for payroll professionals.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process bi-weekly payroll for employees.</li><li>Maintain payroll records and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Ensure compliance with tax and labor laws.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries.</li></ul>
2026-10-30T23:38:44Z

Payroll Specialist

Los Angeles, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
30.00 - 36.00 USD / Hourly
A professional firm in West LA is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist for a long-term contract to provide day-to-day payroll processing support during a major implementation project. This is a hands-on interim opportunity for a payroll professional who can step in quickly and manage daily payroll operations with accuracy, urgency, and attention to compliance. This role supports payroll operations for approximately 1,500 employees across both hourly and salaried populations in a complex, multi-location environment. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with multi-state payroll processing, high-volume payroll operations, and enterprise systems. Key ResponsibilitiesSupport day-to-day payroll operations and processing activities for a multi-location employee base. Respond to and manage payroll-related casework through ServiceNow, escalating issues as needed.Review incoming ad hoc payroll requests and route them appropriately for payroll processing. Prepare EIBs for payroll processing based on approved requests. Set up payroll for new hires, including confirming address, tax setup, and banking details, and following up directly with employees when needed. Coordinate with benefits partners to obtain retroactive benefits support when required. Manage payroll-related to-do items connected to leave of absence (LOA/RLOA) processes. Escalate urgent payroll change notices, including releases, terminations, and off-cycle bonus items. Perform payroll account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies related to cash and tax reporting. Complete daily payroll-to-bank cash and tax collection reconciliations. Follow up with employees regarding NOC/ACH returns and updated banking information. Process payroll with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, garnishments, and core payroll administration. Partner with payroll leadership to maintain continuity while the internal team supports a broader implementation initiative. Required Qualifications4–7 years of payroll experience, or equivalent hands-on payroll operations background. Strong experience processing multi-state U.S. payroll. Experience supporting payroll for both hourly and salaried employees. Hands-on experience with Workday is required.Familiarity with EIB processing and ServiceNow case management. Experience with payroll reconciliations, discrepancy investigation, and payroll support tasks. Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment. This is an onsite role in West LA, Monday - Friday 8-5PM. Pay is based on experience, between $30-36/hr.
2026-11-02T18:17:43Z

Payroll Specialist

Burlington, MA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
30.09 - 34.84 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support a Contract assignment in Burlington, Massachusetts. This position will oversee end-to-end payroll processing for a large employee population across multiple states while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely completion of each payroll cycle. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with high-volume payroll operations and is comfortable working within ADP Workforce Now in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Administer complete payroll processing from data review through final submission for a large employee base. • Manage payroll activities for employees working in multiple states, ensuring proper application of applicable wage and tax requirements. • Use ADP Workforce Now to enter, validate, and maintain payroll records with a high level of accuracy. • Review payroll inputs such as earnings, deductions, adjustments, and time-related data to confirm correct payment outcomes. • Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, responding to issues in a timely and thorough manner. • Maintain compliance with company policies and payroll regulations while supporting audit-ready documentation. • Partner with internal teams to gather required payroll information and help keep each payroll cycle on schedule.
2026-11-04T13:33:39Z

Payroll Specialist

Otsego, MN
onsite
Temporary / Contract
32.00 - 38.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for an organization based in Otsego, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for someone who is confident managing payroll activities from start to finish, maintaining compliance, and handling employee pay records with care. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, sound judgment with sensitive information, and hands-on experience processing payroll for a mid-sized workforce. Responsibilities:• Process payroll from initial data review through final submission, ensuring employees are paid correctly and on schedule.• Maintain payroll records by verifying hours, earnings, deductions, and other pay-related information for accuracy.• Administer garnishments, withholdings, and other required adjustments in accordance with applicable guidelines.• Review payroll changes such as new hires, status updates, and compensation adjustments before each pay cycle.• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies by working closely with internal contacts and supporting documentation.• Prepare payroll-related reports and assist with audits, reconciliations, and recordkeeping needs.• Help support payroll-related administrative tasks, including updates tied to process or system changes when needed.
2026-10-29T12:43:45Z

Payroll Specialist

Olympia, WA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
26.00 - 30.00 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processing and ensure compliance with labor regulations. This contract role is ideal for payroll professionals.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process bi-weekly payroll for employees.</li><li>Maintain payroll records and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Ensure compliance with tax and labor laws.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries.</li></ul>
2026-10-30T23:43:46Z

Payroll Specialist

Upland, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
31.66 - 36.66 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a local government organization in Upland, California. This is a Contract position suited for someone who can manage complex payroll activities with accuracy, discretion, and strong command of multi-state processing. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience handling full-cycle payroll for large employee populations and working effectively within ADP Workforce Now. Responsibilities: • Process end-to-end payroll for a large workforce, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule. • Administer multi-state payroll activities while applying appropriate wage, tax, and deduction rules across jurisdictions. • Maintain and update payroll records, including earnings, benefit deductions, garnishments, and other employee pay data. • Review timesheets, payroll changes, and supporting documentation to identify discrepancies before payroll is finalized. • Use ADP Workforce Now to manage payroll transactions, run reports, and support day-to-day payroll administration. • Reconcile payroll totals and investigate variances related to taxes, deductions, and employee compensation. • Respond to payroll-related questions from employees and internal stakeholders in a timely and effective manner. • Support payroll reporting and assist with Excel-based analysis to validate data accuracy and prepare payroll summaries.
2026-11-05T21:28:42Z

Payroll Specialist

Hackensack, NJ
onsite
Temporary to Hire
27.71 - 32.09 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a healthcare organization in New Jersey in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This onsite role supports a high-volume payroll function for a large hourly workforce and is ideal for someone who is accurate, organized, and confident working with detailed payroll data. The position will play an important part in ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time while partnering closely with internal payroll leadership. Responsibilities: • Manage end-to-end biweekly payroll processing for approximately 500 hourly employees, ensuring timely and accurate pay distribution. • Review timekeeping records, validate hours worked, and resolve discrepancies before each payroll cycle is finalized. • Maintain payroll data in applicable systems and update employee records as needed to support accurate processing. • Use advanced Excel functions, including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables, to reconcile payroll information and prepare reporting. • Partner with payroll and administrative team members to address employee pay questions and investigate payroll-related issues. • Ensure payroll activities align with applicable New Jersey wage and hour requirements and internal controls. • Support payroll operations within current timekeeping and payroll platforms, including exposure to payroll systems when applicable.
2026-10-27T13:48:44Z

Payroll Specialist

Dallas, TX
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
68000.00 - 70000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to oversee accurate and timely payroll operations for employees across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. (Foreign payroll experience is not required) This position plays a key role in maintaining compliance with payroll regulations, supporting reporting and reconciliations, and serving as an internal resource for payroll systems and processes. Based in Dallas, Texas, the role partners closely with payroll leadership and finance to strengthen controls, resolve issues, and improve day-to-day payroll administration. Responsibilities:• Administer complete payroll processing activities for employees across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, ensuring each cycle is completed accurately and on schedule.• Handle standard and non-routine payroll items such as incentive payments, commissions, separations, final pay, garnishments, deductions, and other special earnings adjustments.• Serve as the internal point of expertise for payroll system administration, including configuration support, workflow maintenance, tax setup, reporting, and connected system functions.• Review payroll output for accuracy, research exceptions, and help maintain approval procedures, internal controls, and audit preparedness.• Maintain payroll schedules, support funding coordination, complete reconciliations, and generate payroll-related reports for internal stakeholders.• Work in close partnership with Finance to support payroll accounting needs and ensure alignment between payroll activity and financial records.• Support compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax requirements, including withholding obligations and jurisdiction-specific regulations across multiple states.• Assist with filings, payments, registrations, year-end activities, and ongoing administration related to unemployment, disability, and other payroll tax programs.• Monitor changing payroll legislation affecting multi-state and remote employees, and help address compliance risks through process improvements and corrective actions.
2026-10-21T14:28:45Z

Payroll Specialist

Greenwood Village, CO
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
Partnering with a great organization in Denver, CO seeking a Payroll Accountant. This is a great opportunity with hybrid work flexibility, 401k with up to 3% company match, 2+ weeks PTO, paid sick time off, paid holidays, a dog friendly office, and competitive health/vision/dental coverage. Responsibilities include: • Execute end-to-end payroll processing for multi-state U.S. operations and support international payroll activities through in-country providers and employer-of-record partners.• Review timekeeping records, audit payroll inputs, investigate discrepancies, and resolve exceptions to ensure each payroll cycle is completed accurately and on schedule.• Administer payroll-related deductions and withholdings, including taxes, garnishments, child support orders, levies, voluntary deductions, and final pay obligations.• Prepare payroll-related journal entries and reconcile payroll accounts in coordination with Accounting and Finance across multiple business entities and currencies.• Maintain complete payroll files and supporting documentation while assisting with audits, control testing, year-end reporting, and other statutory filing requirements.• Serve as a trusted point of contact for employee and manager payroll inquiries, providing timely and confidential support.• Track payroll compliance requirements across applicable jurisdictions and help implement improvements that strengthen consistency, efficiency, and standardization.• Contribute to payroll system and process enhancements that improve accuracy, reporting, and operational effectiveness across the broader payroll function.
2026-11-06T15:53:42Z

Payroll Specialist

Kent, WA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
26.00 - 30.00 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processing and ensure compliance with labor regulations. This contract role is ideal for payroll professionals.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process bi-weekly payroll for employees.</li><li>Maintain payroll records and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Ensure compliance with tax and labor laws.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries.</li></ul>
2026-10-30T23:38:44Z

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