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Payroll Coordinator / Timekeeping Specialist

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Robert Half

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United States , Cedar Rapids

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Are you detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and energized by fast-paced work? Our client in Cedar Rapids is seeking a Payroll Coordinator / Timekeeping Specialist to support their growing team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on accuracy, communication, and problem-solving within payroll operations. In this position, you will play a key part in ensuring timely, accurate payroll processing. You will serve as a resource for employee payroll questions, monitor timesheet submissions, and ensure all entries are compliant and error-free. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity offering long-term potential for the right candidate.

Job Responsibility:

  • Respond to payroll-related questions and provide exceptional support to employees and supervisors
  • Review, identify, and follow up on payroll discrepancies in a timely manner
  • Enter and update PTO, per diem pay, and other variable pay items
  • Perform high-volume data entry of employee timecards with strong attention to detail
  • Collaborate with HR, supervisors, and accounting teams to ensure accurate payroll processing
  • Maintain confidentiality and follow company policies and payroll best practices

Requirements:

  • Previous experience in payroll, timekeeping, HR support, or high-volume data entry preferred
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to identify errors quickly
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet strict deadlines
  • Comfortable with technology and learning new payroll or timekeeping systems
  • Availability to work 50–60 hours per week, including occasional Saturdays (required)
What we offer:
  • Overtime available
  • Work with a supportive team in a stable, well-established organization
  • Opportunity to build and grow your payroll expertise
  • 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

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 12, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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