Payroll Specialist Jobs in Webster, NY

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Payroll Analyst

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

Payroll Analyst

Rochester, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
68000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
Tess Gilmore with Robert Half is looking for a Payroll Analyst to a join her client's finance team! This role combines payroll administration with general accounting responsibilities, making it an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with both payroll data and financial records. The Payroll Analyst will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while assisting with reconciliations, reporting, month-end activities, and other accounting functions.The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, experience with payroll systems, and a solid understanding of accounting principles. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Process weekly, bi-weekly, or semi-monthly payroll for employees accurately and on schedule.</li><li>Review and validate employee time records, pay adjustments, bonuses, commissions, and deductions.</li><li>Maintain payroll records and employee earnings information within payroll and HRIS systems.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations.</li><li>Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions, tax withholdings, and payroll-related matters.</li><li>Prepare payroll reports and assist with payroll audits as needed.</li><li>Coordinate payroll garnishments, benefits deductions, and other employee withholdings.</li><li>Reconcile payroll registers and ensure payroll transactions are accurately recorded.</li><li>Prepare payroll-related journal entries and account reconciliations.</li><li>Reconcile payroll accounts, benefits accounts, and general ledger balances.</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close activities.</li><li>Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed.</li></ul>
2026-10-22T00:00:00Z

Payroll Administrator

Rochester, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
Hannah Zimmer with Robert Half is looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a professional organization in Rochester, New York. This position plays a key role in maintaining payroll records, coordinating benefit-related payments, and producing reporting that helps leadership monitor workforce and compensation activity. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll processing experience, sound knowledge of payroll compliance, and the ability to work closely with human resources, benefits partners, and external auditors. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process payroll updates, including deductions, benefit changes, pay changes, and other adjustments.</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records and employee information.</li><li>Prepare payroll reports, including overtime, staffing, and compensation data.</li><li>Process benefit and leave-related payments and reporting.</li><li>Work with benefit and disability providers to ensure accurate employee payments.</li><li>Review payroll information for new hires, terminations, and employee status changes.</li><li>Provide payroll and benefits documentation for audits as needed.</li></ul>For immediate and confidential consideration, apply today or contact Hannah Zimmer with Robert Half's Rochester, NY branch today!
2026-10-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager/Payroll Accountant

Rochester, NY
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 48 USD / Hourly
The Payroll Manager ensures timely and accurate payroll processing, compliance with federal and state regulations, and proper reporting of taxes and deductions. This role may also manage payroll staff and collaborate with HR and accounting teams to streamline payroll processes.
2026-10-22T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Geneva, NY
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Temporary to Hire
25 - 27 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support day-to-day payables operations for a team in Geneva, New York. This contract position with permanent potential is ideal for someone who brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and a solid understanding of invoice processing and payment workflows. The person in this role will help maintain accurate financial records, ensure timely disbursements, and contribute to an efficient accounts payable function. Responsibilities: • Review incoming invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper approval before entering them into the payment system. • Assign general ledger or account codes to invoices and expense items in alignment with internal accounting practices. • Process vendor payments through multiple methods, including ACH transactions and scheduled check runs, while meeting established deadlines. • Maintain organized accounts payable records and supporting documentation to promote audit readiness and accurate reporting. • Investigate invoice discrepancies, resolve payment-related issues, and communicate with vendors or internal partners as needed. • Use Workday to enter, track, and update payable transactions while helping keep financial data current and reliable.
2026-10-22T00:00:00Z

Payroll/Benefits Coordinator

Rochester, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 72000 USD / Yearly
Hannah Zimmer with Robert Half is looking for a Payroll/Benefits Coordinator to support accurate payroll processing and employee benefits administration for a mission-driven non-profit organization in Rochester, New York. This position plays a key role in maintaining employee data, responding to payroll and benefits questions, and helping ensure compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll expertise, careful attention to detail, and the ability to manage sensitive information with professionalism. Responsibilities:• Maintain and update employee records related to job details, compensation, time-off balances, benefits, and payroll information to ensure accuracy and completeness.• Process employee separations and prepare related documentation while keeping organizational data current for operational and compliance purposes.• Support benefits administration by handling enrollments, qualifying life event changes, open enrollment activities, and communication with insurance and benefit providers.• Assist with administration of benefit-related programs, including cafeteria plan activities, issue resolution, and employee education on available offerings.• Help oversee the timekeeping system by reviewing entries, correcting discrepancies, updating leave bank assignments, and monitoring approvals before payroll deadlines.• Run payroll on each cycle with close attention to hours worked, employee updates, deductions, and required validations before and after processing.• Respond to employee and supervisor questions regarding payroll, benefits, and time reporting, and provide onboarding guidance for new hires related to these processes.• Contribute to year-end payroll tasks, including W-2 accuracy, compliance testing support, labor posting maintenance, audits, and continuous process improvement efforts. For immediate and confidential consideration, apply or contact Hannah Zimmer with Robert Half's Rochester, NY branch today!
2026-10-28T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Rochester, NY
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Temporary / Contract
19 - 23 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to support a manufacturing organization in Rochester, New York. This Contract position focuses on managing vendor invoices, maintaining accurate payment records, and helping keep the accounts payable process running smoothly. The ideal candidate brings strong accuracy, organization, and the ability to handle recurring financial tasks in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Review incoming vendor invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper supporting documentation before processing • Assign the correct accounting codes to invoices and enter payment details into the accounts payable workflow with precision • Process a steady volume of invoices while maintaining organized records and meeting internal deadlines • Prepare and support scheduled check runs to ensure vendors are paid on time and according to approved procedures • Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies by coordinating with internal departments and external suppliers as needed • Maintain accurate accounts payable files and documentation to support audits, reporting, and payment tracking
2026-10-26T00:00:00Z

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