Payroll Specialist

Responsibilities

• Process payroll from start to finish for employees working across 14 states, ensuring all payments are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Oversee administration of employee benefit plans, including medical coverage, retirement programs, leave coordination, and wellness-related offerings.
• Aid with compensation activities such as salary updates, market comparisons, internal pay analysis, and reporting for leadership review.
• Maintain organized payroll and benefits records while completing audits, reconciliations, and recurring reporting with a high level of accuracy.
• Research and address payroll discrepancies, employee questions, and compliance concerns in a timely and thorough manner.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of progressive experience in payroll and benefits administration.
• Demonstrated expertise in processing multi-state payroll within a complex operating environment.
• Strong understanding of payroll tax requirements, employment laws, and compliance standards across multiple jurisdictions.
• Working knowledge of compensation practices, including salary administration and market benchmarking support.
• Experience using ADP Workforce Now and other payroll platforms to manage full-cycle payroll processing.
• Proven ability to handle payroll volumes exceeding 500 employees with strong accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and independent decision-making skills.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree in business, human resources, accounting, or a related field. Additional certifications such as Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Certified Employee Benefit Professional (CEBP) are preferred.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, is required. Familiarity with HRIS systems and payroll software is beneficial.

Benefits

Robert Half offers competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in the company’s 401(k) plan.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Schedule

This is a contract-to-permanent position.