Payroll Coordinator Job at Robert Half (Stamford)

Payroll Coordinator

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Stamford

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

85000.00 - 95000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

A growing, multi-entity organization is seeking a Payroll Coordinator to join its accounting team. This role will support weekly payroll processing across U.S. and Canadian employee populations and play a key role in maintaining compliance with evolving payroll regulations. Due to significant workforce growth and increasing legal and reporting requirements, the payroll function is expanding. This position will partner closely with the existing payroll team to ensure accurate, timely payroll processing and reporting while supporting a major payroll system transition.

Job Responsibility:

Assist with weekly payroll processing for a large, multi-state U.S. workforce and Canadian employee population
Ensure compliance with federal, state, provincial, and local payroll regulations
Support prevailing wage tracking and reporting requirements
Prepare and submit payroll-related filings and reporting in a timely manner
Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies
Maintain payroll records and documentation in accordance with internal controls
Collaborate with Accounting, HR, and Operations teams as needed
Play an active role in the implementation and transition to a new payroll/HRIS platform
Assist with process improvements and documentation of payroll procedures

Requirements:

3+ years of payroll experience, preferably in a multi-state environment
Experience processing high-volume payroll on a weekly schedule
Knowledge of U.S. payroll tax compliance
Canadian payroll knowledge a plus
Familiarity with prevailing wage reporting strongly preferred
Experience with HRIS/payroll system implementations or transitions is a plus
Strong attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines
Excellent communication and organizational skills

Nice to have:

Canadian payroll knowledge
Experience with HRIS/payroll system implementations or transitions

What we offer:

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 05, 2026

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