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5 results for Payroll Specialist in Webster, NY

Payroll Specialist

Rochester, New York
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Temporary / Contract
21 - 26 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with a client to hire a Payroll Specialist for a contract-to-hire opportunity. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented payroll professional with strong technical skills and experience processing payroll accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process weekly, biweekly, or semi-monthly payroll for employees in a timely and accurate manner</li><li>Maintain payroll records and ensure data integrity within payroll systems</li><li>Review timekeeping records, wages, deductions, garnishments, and benefit withholdings for accuracy</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, taxes, and payroll policies</li><li>Assist with payroll tax reporting, year-end processing, and compliance-related activities</li><li>Reconcile payroll accounts and support general ledger entries related to payroll</li><li>Partner with Human Resources and Accounting to ensure accurate employee data and payroll changes</li><li>Support audits and maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations</li></ul>
2026-09-18T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Rochester, New York
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Temporary to Hire
22.1635 - 25.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a contract opportunity supporting client organizations in Rochester, New York. In this role, you will deliver reliable accounts payable support across a variety of project-based and interim assignments while maintaining accuracy, responsiveness, and strong service standards. This position is well suited for a detail-oriented individual who can step into new environments quickly, manage high transaction volumes, and contribute to smooth financial operations. Responsibilities: • Manage large volumes of supplier invoices, ensuring timely and accurate entry, validation, and processing. • Examine billing documents, assign correct expense codes, and align invoices with purchase orders and receiving records. • Coordinate payment activity through checks, ACH, wire transfers, and other approved disbursement methods. • Perform vendor account reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding payment or invoice issues. • Serve as a point of contact for vendor questions, providing clear communication and timely follow-up. • Contribute to period-end accounting tasks by assisting with accruals, account balancing, and accounts payable reporting. • Maintain adherence to financial controls, client-specific procedures, and internal compliance standards. • Participate in operational improvement efforts, including workflow enhancements, backlog reduction, and support during system-related projects. • Adjust effectively to different client tools, teams, and processes while sustaining dependable day-to-day accounts payable support.
2026-09-17T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Batavia, New York
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Permanent / Full Time
47000 - 57000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a growing manufacturing organization in New York. This role focuses on managing customer invoicing, receivables, and account follow-up while supporting accurate financial operations across the business. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment in credit-related matters, and the ability to work effectively with internal teams in a fast-paced onsite environment. Responsibilities: • Prepare and issue customer invoices, maintain receivable records, and help ensure timely and accurate billing activity. • Partner with the Credit Manager to review customer accounts, support credit evaluations, and assist with onboarding new customers. • Calculate and apply sales tax requirements correctly across transactions and customer invoices. • Examine purchase orders and related documentation to verify billing accuracy and resolve discrepancies before invoicing. • Manage collection efforts on outstanding balances through consistent follow-up and clear communication with customers. • Post and reconcile incoming payments, including cash applications, to keep account records current and accurate. • Use accounting systems and spreadsheets to track receivable activity, monitor aging, and support reporting needs. • Assist with account maintenance and other receivables-related tasks that contribute to efficient daily accounting operations.
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Assistant Controller/Payroll

Pittsford, New York
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Temporary / Contract
42.75 - 49.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Assistant Controller/Payroll specialist to support a renewable operations company in Pittsford, New York. This Long-term Contract position blends hands-on payroll leadership with broader accounting support, making it ideal for someone who can manage weekly payroll with strong prevailing wage knowledge while contributing to finance operations and special projects. The role will work closely with accounting, HR, and operations teams to maintain compliance, improve processes, and strengthen financial controls across multiple sites. Responsibilities: • Lead weekly payroll processing for salaried, hourly, and field employees working across multiple locations and states. • Administer payroll activities in Paychex, ensuring employee data, earnings, deductions, and time records are accurate and up to date. • Apply prevailing wage requirements by reviewing labor classifications, geographic wage rules, fringe allocations, overtime calculations, and shift-related pay practices. • Prepare, review, and submit certified payroll reports while maintaining documentation that supports regulatory and audit readiness. • Coordinate with HR and operational leaders to confirm job codes, worker classifications, and timekeeping details before payroll is finalized. • Support accounting operations through selected controller-level tasks such as general ledger activities, month-end close support, and financial reporting assistance. • Contribute to audit preparation by organizing payroll and accounting records and helping address compliance-related questions, including labor and financial reviews. • Participate in finance improvement initiatives, which may include evaluating payroll-related tools, strengthening expense documentation practices, and assisting with accounting process enhancements.
2026-09-14T00:00:00Z

Benefits Specialist

Rochester, New York
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a detail-oriented Benefits Specialist to administer and support employee benefits programs, ensure compliance with applicable regulations, and provide excellent service to employees regarding benefit-related questions and enrollments. This role works closely with Human Resources, payroll, vendors, and employees to maintain accurate benefits records and support benefits strategy and operations. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Administer employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, and wellness plans</li><li>Support new hire enrollments, qualifying life event changes, and annual open enrollment processes</li><li>Serve as a point of contact for employee questions regarding benefits eligibility, coverage, and claims issues</li><li>Maintain accurate employee benefits records in HRIS and benefits administration systems</li><li>Coordinate with payroll to ensure accurate deductions and benefits-related updates</li><li>Liaise with external benefits providers, brokers, and vendors to resolve issues and manage plan administration</li><li>Assist with benefits communications, educational materials, and employee presentations</li><li>Monitor compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including COBRA, FMLA, ACA, HIPAA, and ERISA</li><li>Audit benefits data and invoices to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Support reporting, reconciliation, and documentation related to benefits programs</li><li>Assist with leave of absence administration and related employee support, as needed</li><li>Contribute to process improvements and special HR or benefits projects</li></ul>
2026-09-18T00:00:00Z