HR/Payroll Specialist

We are looking for an HR/Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a manufacturing organization in White Bear Lake, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage end-to-end payroll activities with accuracy, maintain compliance across multiple states, and work confidently with large employee populations. The role also requires strong spreadsheet skills and hands-on experience using ADP Workforce Now to help keep payroll processing efficient and reliable. Responsibilities:• Process complete payroll cycles for a workforce of more than 500 employees while maintaining a high level of accuracy and timeliness.• Administer multi-state payroll activities and help ensure pay practices align with applicable tax and wage regulations.• Use ADP Workforce Now to enter, review, and validate payroll data, resolve discrepancies, and support routine payroll operations.• Audit earnings, deductions, taxes, and time-related information before finalizing payroll to reduce errors and prevent delays.• Partner with HR, finance, and internal stakeholders to address payroll questions, research issues, and provide clear follow-up.• Prepare payroll-related reports and analyze data in Microsoft Excel using formulas to support reconciliations and decision-making.• Maintain organized payroll records and documentation in accordance with company procedures and compliance requirements.• Assist with payroll updates, process improvements, and other assigned activities that support ongoing operational needs. *Please note that all candidates are required to provide 2 recent supervisor or manager references in order to be considered for employment. Please submit your resume and call 651-293-3973 for review and consideration. • At least 2 years of experience handling payroll in a business environment that requires attention to detail. • Demonstrated ability to manage full-cycle payroll processing independently and accurately. • Experience supporting payroll across multiple states with knowledge of related compliance considerations. • Hands-on proficiency with ADP Workforce Now in a payroll setting. • Background processing payroll for large employee populations, including environments with over 500 employees. • Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including the use of formulas for reconciliation and reporting. • High attention to detail, sound problem-solving ability, and strong organizational skills. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.