Payroll Administrator Job at Robert Half (Washington)

Payroll Administrator

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Washington

Category:
Office Administration

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to join a well-established global construction organization in Washington, District of Columbia. This role is ideal for a payroll specialist who brings strong multi-state processing experience and a solid grasp of wage compliance requirements within project-based environments. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to a high-volume payroll function while supporting accuracy, regulatory compliance, and continuous operational improvement.

Job Responsibility:

Administer end-to-end payroll processing for employees, ensuring accurate pay calculations, timely distribution, and complete payroll record maintenance
Oversee weekly and biweekly multi-state payroll for a large employee population, including deductions, benefit withholdings, tax payments, and wage attachments
Monitor payroll activities for compliance with prevailing wage rules, union pay requirements, and Davis-Bacon regulations
Lead and support payroll team members by providing guidance, reviewing work quality, and helping maintain efficient department operations
Examine payroll practices, tax rules, and benefit-related procedures to identify improvements and implement stronger controls and workflows
Perform audits of payroll documents and balances, including employee tax forms, earnings records, and payroll reconciliations, to maintain accuracy
Collaborate with finance, human resources, and other departments to resolve discrepancies, align shared data, and support reporting needs
Contribute to payroll process enhancements and system-related improvements that strengthen efficiency, consistency, and compliance

Requirements:

At least 2 years of payroll experience, with a strong preference for 5 or more years in progressively responsible roles
Hands-on experience managing full-cycle payroll across multiple states
Background in construction, project-based accounting, or similar industries with complex payroll requirements
Working knowledge of prevailing wage processing and Davis-Bacon compliance
Familiarity with payroll taxes, deductions, garnishments, and payroll accounting concepts such as debits and credits
Experience using payroll systems such as ADP Workforce Now
Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across teams
Detail-oriented, dependable approach with a positive and solutions-focused mindset