Payroll Clerk

We are looking for a dependable Payroll Clerk to join a growing real estate and property organization. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is well suited for someone who can manage payroll responsibilities with precision while also contributing to human resources coordination and administrative support for leadership. The role calls for strong judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to work confidently with confidential employee and business information. Responsibilities: • Administer weekly and biweekly payroll for multiple affiliated entities using QuickBooks Desktop Enhanced Payroll, confirming accurate wages, deductions, and direct deposit details. • Audit timesheets and approved hours, apply correct job cost allocations, and resolve payroll discrepancies before final processing. • Prepare payroll tax payments and support reporting activities related to quarterly and annual filings, including wage statements and employer tax forms. • Monitor leave balances, holiday time, garnishments, benefit deductions, and other payroll adjustments in line with company policy and legal requirements. • Maintain complete payroll and personnel records to support compliance with labor regulations and internal documentation standards. • Assist with employee onboarding and separation processes by organizing required forms, employment documents, and background screening materials. • Support benefits and HR administration by keeping personnel files current, tracking certifications and training records, and helping with employee communications. • Provide administrative assistance to senior leadership through calendar coordination, meeting scheduling, correspondence preparation, and organized document handling. • Partner with accounting and operations teams on filing, vendor setup, contract organization, and other administrative tasks as needed. • At least 2 years of experience in payroll, HR support, executive assistance, or a related administrative role. • Hands-on proficiency with QuickBooks Desktop Enhanced Payroll is required. • Practical knowledge of payroll taxes, wage reporting, garnishments, and full-cycle payroll procedures. • Understanding of HR documentation practices, employment compliance, and record retention standards. • Strong skills in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint. • Excellent organizational ability with a high level of accuracy and the capacity to manage competing deadlines. • Clear written and verbal communication skills, along with professionalism in handling sensitive information. • Experience in construction, real estate, or multi-entity business environments is preferred. 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.