Lead Payroll Specialist Job at Robert Half (Rochester)

Payroll Specialist

METKA ΑΤΕ, as a subsidiary of METLEN, has long-term experience in the infrastruc...

Location

Greece

Salary:

Not provided

Metlen Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years of experience in HR, with at least 3 years specializing in payroll in manufacturing or construction sector
In-depth knowledge of payroll legislation, tax systems, and compliance requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resource Management, or a related field
A Master's degree (MSc or MBA) is considered an asset
Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines
Strong analytical and reporting skills with meticulous attention to detail
Proven experience in managing cross-functional projects with a solution-oriented mindset
High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment

Job Responsibility

Manage end-to-end payroll processes for employees, ensuring compliance with local labor laws and tax regulations
Coordinate with payroll vendors and internal stakeholders to meet all payroll deadlines without delays
Lead and support payroll-related projects, collaborating across departments to achieve timely and successful execution
Continuously improve payroll processes by implementing best practices and driving automation where applicable
Collaborate with HR, Finance, and external partners to ensure seamless payroll operations
Prepare and deliver detailed payroll reports and analytics to senior management, ensuring transparency and regulatory alignment
Identify, analyze, and resolve payroll discrepancies or escalated issues by conducting root cause analysis and applying corrective measures

What we offer

Competitive remuneration package
Group Health Insurance program
Discount on the household electricity bill
Pension Plan

Fulltime

Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist position for a 14-month fixed-term contract with a global mar...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

Office Angels

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong payroll experience, ideally across multiple locations
Business-level English (written & spoken)
Excellent accuracy, numeracy, and attention to detail
Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
Highly organised, proactive, and confident handling sensitive data
Strong communicator and effective team player

Job Responsibility

Manage the end-to-end payroll cycle across 20 offices worldwide
Collaborate with outsourced payroll providers, ensuring deadlines and compliance
Review and approve payroll reports, resolving errors or discrepancies
Stay updated on global payroll and tax legislation and share updates with HR
Coordinate new starter, leaver, and contract processes with providers
Liaise with Finance on salary, tax, pension, and social security payments
Provide payroll insights and reports to HR and Finance
Lead investigations into payroll issues and support year-end reporting/audits

What we offer

Be part of a global organisation shaping the marine energy sector
Gain experience across multiple international payrolls
Join a supportive, collaborative HR and Finance team
Develop expertise in payroll legislation worldwide

Fulltime

Global Payroll Implementation Specialist

Are you ready to take your payroll system implementation experience global? Wise...

Location

Australia , Sydney

Salary:

Not provided

Blume Global

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven payroll implementation and project management experience, ideally globally
Strong project leadership, stakeholder engagement and vendor management
Hands-on experience in system testing, data migration, user training and change management
Confident communicator who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
Highly analytical, with strong Excel skills and a passion for data accuracy
Understands the importance of compliance and can interpret complex legislation across various languages
Hands-on, proactive, and loves solving problems

Job Responsibility

Lead the implementation of global payroll systems and processes
Collaborate with internal teams and external payroll partners to gather and validate payroll data
Manage UAT and support go-live activities across multiple regions
Manage parallel run results and troubleshoot discrepancies
Ensure payroll systems are secure, compliant, and up to date with legislative changes
Support the operations team post-implementation and drive continuous improvement

Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Clio is the global leader in legal AI technology, empowering legal professionals...

Location

Canada , Vancouver; Calgary; Toronto

Salary:

70600.00 - 95400.00 CAD / Year

Clio

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Prepare and process payroll across various international pay cycles (e.g., semi-monthly, monthly) in a timely and accurate manner
Reconcile payroll and benefits, managing the flow of information to the general ledger to ensure costs are allocated to the correct account and cost centre through Journal Entries and Purchase Orders
Prepare month-end and ad-hoc reporting as required
Manage the preparation and submission of all statutory payroll reporting and remittances in accordance with local, regional, and national government regulations (e.g., payroll taxes, social security, workers' compensation)
Lead year-end reconciliations and the preparation of all legally required tax forms and annual income statements for employees and government agencies
Prepare all necessary documentation for annual financial audits and other ad-hoc external payroll and tax audits
Study existing and new international legislation to enforce adherence to requirements and advise management on necessary actions
Manage and maintain the payroll and HRIS system (Workday), making recommendations to improve the scalability and efficiency of internal processes
Administer and support all international employee benefit plans through Workday
Oversee company payroll and benefits inboxes and communication channels, responding to internal and external inquiries as the subject matter expert

What we offer

Competitive, equitable salary with top-tier health benefits, dental, and vision insurance
Hybrid work environment, with expectation for local Clions (Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, and Dublin) to be in office minimum 2 days per week on our Anchor Days
Flexible time off policy, with an encouraged 20 days off per year
$2000 annual counseling benefit
RRSP matching and RESP contribution
Clioversary recognition program with special acknowledgement at 3, 5, 7, and 10 years

Fulltime

Senior Payroll and Personnel Administration Specialist

In this role, you prove technical and practical expertise in the oversight of pe...

Location

Bulgaria , Sofia

Salary:

Not provided

IKEA

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Previous experience in personnel administration and payroll minimum 5 years
University degree
Working level of English
Ability to multitask and work hard
Must be very detail oriented and possess strong organizational and follow up skills
Demonstrate a strong commitment to exceptional customer service

Job Responsibility

Ensure personnel administration updates - employment, terminations, employees’ changes like salary review, bonuses, contract, position and hours evolutions
Maintain personnel files with the completeness of the required documents according the local legislation and internal rules
Administrate and manage distrains and disciplinary procedures, work closely with the legal advisors
Ensure compliance with the law in regards to the law of People with Disabilities
Lead day-to-date payroll operations for over 500 employees
Collect all initial payroll documents and handle monthly schedules and Form 76
Oversee and run processing of monthly payroll and maintain the payroll data
Maintain payroll guidelines to ensure adequate internal controls and compliance with corporate policies and local legislation
Maintain in-house HR systems - Hermes
Provide regular and ad-hoc reports with established KPIs

What we offer

Food vouchers up to 200 BGN
Consuming food and beverages at a preferential price in the staff restaurant
Discount for food and beverages at the IKEA bistro and restaurant
Annual bonus, based on the store’s achievements
1000 BGN bonus for the 'Refer a Friend' program
Flexible working hours on shifts
Induction and many other trainings
Additional health insurance
Discount in IKEA 20% and Intersport 20%
Holiday vouchers from internal initiatives

Fulltime

HR Specialist Timekeeping

The HR Specialist Timekeeping will support payroll processes, ensure compliance ...

Location

Switzerland , Spreitenbach

Salary:

Not provided

IKEA

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Deep knowledge of payroll business processes
Understanding of country-specific legal requirements within payroll
Ability to translate business needs into technical solutions
Strong analytical skills
Excellent people and communication skills
Attention to detail and strong personal discipline
Ability to work within deadlines, both independently and as part of a team
Fluent in English

Job Responsibility

Provide expert knowledge on requirements, legal background, and labor legislation to both project teams and stores
Ensure User Stories and Acceptance Criteria are reviewed and qualified from a value perspective
Contribute to design workshops and sprint sessions with business requirements
Identify gaps in country and global processes and raise risks to the Country Project Lead
Review requirements and specification documents for testability with the Country Test Lead
Support and perform testing and training, raising defects with detailed information for vendor understanding
Develop content for change activities, communication materials, and training for impacted stakeholders
Approve documentation of system functionality

What we offer

15% staff-discount
28 holidays based on 100%
eight weeks paternal leave
four months maternal leave
contributions to public transport tickets or free on-site parking
full access to the LinkedIn Learning platform
discounted meals in the staff canteen
IKEA bonus system

Fulltime

Compensation & Benefits Specialist

As a Compensation & Benefits Specialist, you will join the People Operations tea...

Location

Philippines , Metro Manila

Salary:

Not provided

Snappr

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 1-3 years of experience in administering payroll and benefits, preferably fully owning the Compensation & Benefits function
At least 1 year of experience in collaborating with HR and management in designing and improving compensation and benefits programs and processes
Experience in using Sprout as a payroll software is a plus
Extensive knowledge of payroll procedures, HMO administration, government benefits, and current labor rules and regulations
Communicates clearly and manages stakeholders effectively, especially when explaining payroll discrepancies, walking through compensation data, and proposing new compensation and benefits programs
Great spreadsheet skills to analyze data, solve problems, and manage projects
Strong knowledge of market salary ranges and familiarity with Total Rewards are bonuses
A 'let's get it done' mindset
Should be willing to report 100% onsite in Ortigas

Job Responsibility

Own the entire payroll function and be accountable for its accuracy and timeliness by working with leaders to resolve timekeeping discrepancies, reviewing payroll and government remittances computed by our accountant, and tracking additional payments (e.g., reimbursements, deductions, performance pay, referral bonuses)
Analyze, reconcile, and correct any discrepancies or errors related to payroll and benefits
Facilitate enrollment of employees into compensation and benefits platforms (e.g., timekeeping and LMS software, payroll bank provider, HMO)
Ensure that attrited or unqualified employees are removed from these platforms on time
Orient and assist employees in the availment of benefits such as leaves, HMO, loans, maternity, sickness, and government subsidies
Be up to date with local compensation, statutory, and taxation laws
Act as a thought partner in designing a Total Rewards Philosophy and Strategy that promotes equity, attracts top talent, and motivates a high-performing culture
Design and execute benefit and rewards programs aligned with the company’s philosophy and strategy
Conduct regular compensation benchmarking and maintain an internal job band structure based on benchmarked data
Evaluate and report on the effectiveness of employee benefit programs

What we offer

Competitive salary
Transportation allowance provided
20% night differential (if applicable)
Health Insurance (Day 1 HMO w/ dependents)
Free daily meals
Paid Time Off
Company Equity

Fulltime

HR Specialist Timekeeping

Temporary HR Specialist position focusing on payroll and timekeeping solutions, ...

Location

Switzerland , Spreitenbach

Salary:

Not provided

IKEA

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Deep knowledge of payroll business processes
Understanding of country-specific legal requirements within payroll
Ability to translate business needs into technical solutions
Strong analytical skills
Excellent people and communication skills
Attention to detail and strong personal discipline
Ability to work within deadlines, both independently and as part of a team
Fluent in English

Job Responsibility

Provide expert knowledge on requirements, legal background, and labor legislation to both project teams and stores
Ensure User Stories and Acceptance Criteria are reviewed and qualified from a value perspective
Contribute to design workshops and sprint sessions with business requirements
Identify gaps in country and global processes and raise risks to the Country Project Lead
Review requirements and specification documents for testability with the Country Test Lead
Support and perform testing and training, raising defects with detailed information for vendor understanding
Develop content for change activities, communication materials, and training for impacted stakeholders
Approve documentation of system functionality

What we offer

15% staff-discount
28 holidays (based on 100%)
eight weeks paternal leave
four months maternal leave
contributions to public transport tickets or free on-site parking
full access to the LinkedIn Learning platform
discounted meals in the staff canteen
IKEA bonus system

Fulltime

Lead Payroll Specialist

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Rochester

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

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Job Posted:
February 13, 2026

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