Payroll Specialist Job at Robert Half (San Francisco)

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Payroll Specialist

We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a manufacturing organization in ...

Location

United States , Bolingbrook

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 3 years of payroll experience, including responsibility for full-cycle payroll processing
Hands-on experience running payroll for 500 or more employees
Strong background in multi-state payroll administration and payroll tax compliance
Practical experience working in ADP Workforce Now
Knowledge of union payroll practices, including fringes and dues
Proven ability to identify, research, and resolve state tax errors or cleanup issues
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive payroll information with accuracy and discretion

Job Responsibility

Process full-cycle payroll for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring timely and accurate pay each cycle
Administer multi-state payroll activities, including proper earnings, deductions, and compliance with jurisdictional requirements
Manage union payroll components such as fringes and dues, maintaining accurate calculations and remittances
Use ADP Workforce Now to maintain payroll records, review transactions, and support ongoing payroll operations
Research and correct state payroll tax issues, including reconciling past discrepancies and helping restore compliance
Review payroll data for accuracy, investigate variances, and resolve issues related to employee pay and deductions
Partner with internal stakeholders to address payroll questions and support consistent payroll processes across the organization

What we offer

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

Fulltime

New

Payroll Specialist

We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to manage payroll operations for a multi...

Location

United States , Richardson

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience handling payroll processing in a detail-focused setting
Demonstrated success administering payroll for 100 or more employees, including full-cycle processing responsibilities
Practical experience with multi-state payroll and working knowledge of related tax and compliance requirements
Proficiency with payroll systems, with Paycom strongly preferred
Strong Excel skills and the ability to prepare, review, and interpret payroll reports
High level of accuracy, organization, and discretion when working with confidential employee information
Effective communication and problem-solving skills for resolving payroll questions and discrepancies
Additional exposure to commissions, accounting support, HR administration, or a payroll certification is considered a plus

Job Responsibility

Oversee weekly and semi-monthly payroll cycles from start to finish, ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time
Manage payroll activities across multiple states while applying current federal, state, and local wage and tax requirements
Review and process commissions, incentive earnings, and other variable compensation with a high degree of accuracy
Maintain payroll data including earnings, deductions, tax elections, garnishments, and direct deposit details, keeping records current and complete
Examine payroll entries before final submission, identify inconsistencies, and resolve issues to prevent processing errors
Use Paycom to administer payroll transactions, update employee information, generate reports, and support payroll workflows
Partner with HR on new hires, separations, pay adjustments, and benefit-related deductions to keep payroll aligned with employee status changes
Contribute to month-end and year-end payroll close activities, including reconciliations, tax support, and W-2 preparation
Address employee questions related to paychecks, deductions, commissions, and other payroll concerns in a clear and timely manner
Assist with payroll reporting, audit support, journal entries, and other accounting or recordkeeping tasks connected to payroll operations

What we offer

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

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Payroll Specialist

Location

United States , Columbus

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Demonstrated experience managing full-cycle payroll in a multi-employee environment
Hands-on experience processing semi-monthly payroll with a strong focus on accuracy and deadlines
Working knowledge of payroll garnishments, employee deductions, and payroll tax practices
Experience using ADP Workforce Now for payroll processing and payroll administration tasks
Background in benefits administration, including support for onboarding permanent staff and employee separations
Strong analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to produce reports and monitor payroll metrics
Ability to handle confidential employee information with discretion and professionalism

Job Responsibility

Process two separate semi-monthly payroll cycles accurately and on schedule for approximately 275 employees across Ohio
Maintain end-to-end payroll administration, including earnings, deductions, garnishments, tax updates, and related recordkeeping
Support benefits administration tasks connected to employee onboarding and offboarding to help ensure accurate enrollments and terminations
Review payroll data for completeness and accuracy, resolving discrepancies before final submission
Prepare payroll-related reports and track key performance indicators to support operational visibility and decision-making
Manage employee deduction activity, including court-ordered garnishments and benefit-related withholdings, in accordance with applicable requirements
Coordinate payroll processing activities within ADP Workforce Now and associated payroll systems to ensure reliable execution
Respond to payroll and benefits-related questions from employees and internal stakeholders in a timely and attentive manner

What we offer

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

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Payroll Specialist

We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a contract assignment supporting...

Location

United States , Compton

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Prior experience handling payroll processing is required
Familiarity with payroll systems such as ADP Workforce Now or similar software is preferred
Exposure to union payroll administration is an advantage
Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and correct discrepancies in payroll data
Ability to work independently after training and manage deadlines effectively
Solid organizational skills and confidence handling payroll records in a structured, confidential manner

Job Responsibility

Learn the organization's payroll procedures quickly and provide hands-on support during the training period before assuming day-to-day processing duties
Prepare and complete weekly payroll for approximately 40 employees, including both union and non-union team members
Review timecards, pay entries, and supporting payroll information to confirm accuracy before final submission
Maintain payroll files and related documentation while assisting with routine administrative work tied to payroll operations
Coordinate payroll support across three office locations within a process that relies heavily on manual data handling
Deliver payroll on schedule and with a high level of accuracy while providing coverage during a staff absence

What we offer

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

Fulltime

New

Payroll Specialist

We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll i...

Location

United States , Englewood Cliffs

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in payroll processing, preferably in a high-volume setting
Hands-on experience managing full-cycle payroll from time review through final processing
Background in multi-state payroll administration and knowledge of related compliance considerations
Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now for payroll entry, review, and reporting
Experience supporting payroll for employee populations of 500 or more
Strong Excel skills and the ability to work accurately with payroll data and reports
Familiarity with overtime review, manual timecard entry, garnishments, and payroll journal entries

Job Responsibility

Process biweekly payroll for a workforce of more than 500 employees while maintaining accuracy and compliance
Follow up on missing time submissions, enter manual time records when needed, and review hours before payroll is finalized
Examine overtime, new employee information, and payroll changes to ensure pay is calculated correctly
Administer payroll-related deductions and obligations, including garnishments, in accordance with applicable requirements
Prepare payroll journal entries and support reconciliation activities tied to payroll processing
Assist with expense-related payroll items and coordinate with corporate accounting during non-payroll weeks
Handle payroll considerations for union employees and help manage associated union invoice activity
Use ADP Workforce Now and Excel to maintain payroll data, review reports, and support day-to-day payroll administration

What we offer

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

Fulltime

New

Payroll Specialist

We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a manu...

Location

United States , Montvale

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience managing full-cycle payroll from data review through final processing
Background handling multi-state payroll with a strong understanding of related compliance requirements
Hands-on experience with Ceridian DayForce in a payroll processing environment
Ability to process payroll for workforces exceeding 500 employees
Strong attention to detail and accuracy when reviewing payroll data and resolving issues
Solid understanding of payroll practices, deductions, taxes, and recordkeeping standards

Job Responsibility

Process complete payroll cycles for a large employee population, ensuring timely and accurate pay distribution
Administer payroll activities across multiple states while following applicable wage, tax, and compliance requirements
Use Ceridian Dayforce to enter, review, and validate payroll data, deductions, and employee updates
Audit payroll records and resolve discrepancies related to earnings, taxes, benefits, and timekeeping inputs
Partner with internal teams to gather payroll information, answer questions, and address payroll-related issues efficiently
Prepare payroll reports and maintain organized documentation to support compliance, reconciliations, and internal review
Support payroll operational updates or system-related process changes as needed while maintaining continuity and accuracy

What we offer

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

Fulltime

New

Payroll Specialist

Location

United States , Saint Paul

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

AA or BA/BS in Accounting or related
Workday experience
Payroll for over 500 employees experience highly desired
Well-founded grasp of account reconciliation
Strong communication and interpersonal skills (verbal, written and listening)
Ability to easily learn new systems

Job Responsibility

Contact employees via email and phone to obtain timesheet approvals
Deliver instruction/training to employees regarding the use of payroll-related systems including entry of timesheets, online access of pay statements, etc.
Perform clerical duties such as filing, scanning, faxing, photocopying, etc.
Data entry into Excel and the Workday payroll system
Enter and audit union calculations via Excel as instructed
Download and distribute/save reports as instructed
Build and run custom reports out of payroll system
Other duties as assigned

What we offer

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

New

Payroll Specialist

We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a work...

Location

United States , Richmond

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience handling full-cycle payroll in a high-volume environment
Background processing multi-state payroll with strong attention to compliance requirements
Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now and general payroll systems
Ability to manage payroll for employee populations exceeding 200, with experience supporting larger groups preferred
Familiarity with HR processes related to onboarding and offboarding employees
Strong accuracy, organizational skills, and ability to work with confidential information
Effective communication skills and the ability to coordinate with HR and other internal teams

Job Responsibility

Process end-to-end payroll for a multi-state employee population, ensuring timely and accurate payment each cycle
Maintain payroll records and review entries carefully to resolve discrepancies before final submission
Use ADP Workforce Now and related payroll platforms to manage employee pay data, deductions, and updates
Support onboarding and offboarding activities by coordinating pay-related changes, final pay, and employee status updates
Collaborate with HR and internal stakeholders to ensure payroll information reflects current employment actions and policies
Assist with payroll reporting, audits, and documentation to support compliance and internal review needs
Address employee payroll questions professionally and investigate issues related to earnings, taxes, or deductions

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible)
paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time
paid holidays

Fulltime

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