Payroll Specialist Job at Robert Half (Des Moines, IA)

Payroll Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Payroll Specialist to join...

Location

United States , Newburgh

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong understanding of payroll principles, tax regulations, and compliance requirements
Experience with major payroll systems
Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, formulas, lookups)
High attention to detail, analytical mindset, and strong problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and customer-service orientation
Ability to manage confidential information with discretion and professionalism
Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines

Job Responsibility

Process payroll accurately and on time for hourly and salaried employees
Review, validate, and audit payroll data, including timesheets, earnings, deductions, bonuses, and adjustments
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations
Reconcile payroll reports and work with HR, Finance, and managers to resolve discrepancies
Manage employee payroll inquiries and provide timely, professional support
Maintain payroll records and documentation for audit readiness
Assist with payroll tax reporting, year-end activities (W-2s, 1099s), and system updates
Support process improvements and contribute to enhancing payroll accuracy and efficiency

What we offer

Medical
Vision
Dental
Life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Payroll Specialist

We are seeking a detail‑oriented and highly organized Payroll Specialist to join...

Location

United States , White Plains

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong understanding of payroll principles, tax regulations, and compliance requirements
Experience with major payroll systems
Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, formulas, lookups)
High attention to detail, analytical mindset, and strong problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and customer-service orientation
Ability to manage confidential information with discretion and professionalism
Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines

Job Responsibility

Process payroll accurately and on time for hourly and salaried employees
Review, validate, and audit payroll data, including timesheets, earnings, deductions, bonuses, and adjustments
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations
Reconcile payroll reports and work with HR, Finance, and managers to resolve discrepancies
Manage employee payroll inquiries and provide timely, professional support
Maintain payroll records and documentation for audit readiness
Assist with payroll tax reporting, year-end activities (W-2s, 1099s), and system updates
Support process improvements and contribute to enhancing payroll accuracy and efficiency

What we offer

Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

Payroll Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join a Business Office. T...

Location

United States , Wilkes-Barre

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

2+ years of payroll processing experience (school district or public sector preferred)
Exposure to Accounts Payable functions
Familiarity with payroll systems and ERP/accounting software (e.g., Munis, Tyler, SAP, Oracle, or similar)
Strong knowledge of payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance requirements
High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Job Responsibility

Process full-cycle payroll for salaried and hourly staff, administrators, and support personnel
Maintain accurate payroll records, including deductions, benefits, taxes, and garnishments
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
Manage timekeeping data and review for accuracy prior to payroll processing
Prepare and distribute payroll reports to leadership as needed
Assist with year-end processing, including W-2s and audit support
Process vendor invoices and ensure proper coding and approvals
Enter invoices into the accounting system and maintain accurate records
Assist with check runs and electronic payments

What we offer

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

Payroll Specialist

We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to oversee accurate, compliant payroll o...

Location

United States , Hampton

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience handling multi-state payroll in a complex or expanding business environment
Hands-on knowledge of payroll tax compliance, wage and hour requirements, and payroll recordkeeping standards
Experience working with payroll platforms, including at least 1 to 3 years using Dayforce for payroll or HRIS-related functions
Ability to support multi-entity payroll operations, including tax account setup, FEIN administration, and jurisdictional configuration
Strong analytical skills with close attention to detail and the ability to manage sensitive information with discretion
Effective communication skills with the ability to explain payroll processes clearly to employees and leaders
Proficiency in Excel and comfort working with payroll reports, reconciliations, and data analysis
Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent practical experience in payroll administration

Job Responsibility

Administer complete payroll processing for employees across multiple states, covering a range of pay structures such as salaried, hourly, exempt, non-exempt, and commission-based compensation
Review payroll activities to ensure adherence to federal, state, and local tax rules, wage regulations, and reporting obligations
Maintain accurate payroll documentation, filings, and audit-ready records while resolving discrepancies in a timely manner
Process payroll-related employee changes, including onboarding entries, status updates, compensation changes, and separations
Act as a primary point of contact for payroll questions, providing clear guidance to employees, managers, and internal stakeholders
Deliver payroll system training and onboarding support for new team members and newly added business entities
Coordinate payroll setup for additional entities, including tax identifiers, legal structure details, and jurisdiction-specific tax accounts
Partner with teams such as Accounting, FP&A, and IT to support reporting, reconciliations, data accuracy, and payroll-related projects
Manage payroll system settings, accrual-related configurations, benefit deductions, retirement uploads, and related data integrity controls
Contribute to commission processing, analytical reporting, and special initiatives, including payroll integrations or implementation-related work when needed

What we offer

Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
401(k) plan
Free online training

Fulltime

Payroll Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team in Tysons, ...

Location

United States , Tysons

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

3–5 years of payroll processing experience required
Experience with payroll taxes
Strong knowledge of payroll taxes and related compliance requirements
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills

Job Responsibility

Process bi-weekly or semi-monthly payroll for employees with a high degree of accuracy
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations
Manage payroll tax calculations, filings, and reconciliations
Handle employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
Maintain payroll records and ensure data integrity within the payroll system
Process garnishments, deductions, and benefits-related payroll changes
Assist with payroll audits and reporting as needed
Collaborate with accounting teams to ensure accurate employee data and reporting

What we offer

Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

Payroll Specialist

We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a construction-focused organizat...

Location

United States , Valparaiso

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience handling payroll in a detail-oriented business environment
Demonstrated expertise in full-cycle payroll processing from data review through final distribution
Hands-on experience managing payroll for employees working in multiple states
Working knowledge of union payroll practices, including pay rules and related deductions
Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now for payroll processing and record maintenance
Strong understanding of payroll compliance, tax withholdings, and wage regulations
High level of accuracy, organization, and problem-solving ability in a deadline-driven setting

Job Responsibility

Process full-cycle payroll for employees accurately and on schedule, ensuring all earnings, deductions, and adjustments are properly calculated
Administer payroll for union employees, including review of contract-based pay rules, deductions, and reporting requirements
Manage payroll activities across multiple states while applying applicable tax, wage, and compliance requirements
Maintain and update employee payroll records in ADP Workforce Now and verify data integrity for each payroll cycle
Audit payroll transactions, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues related to timekeeping, pay calculations, and withholdings
Prepare payroll reports and supporting documentation for internal review, compliance needs, and operational tracking
Coordinate with HR, finance, and field leadership to gather payroll inputs and ensure timely processing of changes
Support payroll-related process improvements and assist with system-related updates or workflow changes when needed

What we offer

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

Fulltime

Payroll Specialist

We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support payroll and benefits operatio...

Location

United States , Torrance

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Hands-on experience processing payroll, including at least 1 year of direct payroll administration work
Prior use of ADP Workforce Now is strongly preferred
candidates with Paychex experience and solid payroll or accounting knowledge may also be considered
Demonstrated background handling full-cycle payroll, ideally with 2 or more years of relevant experience
Familiarity with payroll practices in a multi-state environment and a working knowledge of California wage and hour guidelines
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to use VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables for reporting and reconciliation tasks
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage confidential information accurately and consistently
Customer-focused communication skills, with the patience and professionalism to address employee questions effectively
Willingness to ask questions, learn established processes, and work collaboratively within a service-oriented team culture

Job Responsibility

Manage end-to-end biweekly payroll processing for approximately 165 employees across multiple states while ensuring accuracy and timely completion
Use ADP Workforce Now to maintain payroll records, support benefits administration activities, and generate payroll-related documentation
Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports related to payroll, deductions, and benefits to support internal review and decision-making
Reconcile medical benefit invoices against enrollment and payroll deduction data to identify and resolve discrepancies
Provide administrative assistance for open enrollment activities, including employee communication support and record coordination
Respond to employee inquiries involving pay, deductions, and benefit matters with professionalism, patience, and clear follow-through
Perform Excel-based analysis using tools such as lookup functions and pivot tables to validate data and improve reporting accuracy
Partner with internal team members during coverage and transition periods to learn procedures, maintain continuity, and support returning staff as needed

What we offer

Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Payroll Specialist

We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our team in Collierville, Tennes...

Location

United States , Collierville

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience handling full-cycle payroll in a fast-paced business environment
Strong numeric data entry skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to review payroll data, identify inconsistencies, and take appropriate corrective action
Working knowledge of payroll records, earnings statements, deductions, and pay adjustments
Proficiency in maintaining organized electronic documentation and payroll-related files
Strong communication skills to assist employees and respond to verification or payroll inquiries professionally
Ability to manage multiple administrative tasks while meeting payroll deadlines

Job Responsibility

Review payroll information for accuracy, identify discrepancies in timekeeping or wage calculations, and resolve issues before payroll is finalized
Gather and organize employee hours, production details, and related payroll data from time records and supporting documentation
Confirm attendance, hours worked, and compensation changes while updating payroll records with approved adjustments
Prepare and distribute paychecks along with earnings and deduction statements in accordance with established payroll schedules
Maintain employee payroll files by updating records for status changes, tax exemptions, transfers, and separations
Process payroll corrections, including retroactive pay updates and adjustments related to prior errors
Create and evaluate weekly departmental payroll reports to support tracking and analysis
Assist employees with questions related to payroll information and provide support for access to the employee portal
Complete employment and income verification requests and manage department mail and digital filing in an organized, paperless environment

What we offer

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

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