Find & Apply For Payroll Specialist Jobs in Holmdel, New Jersey

We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a manufacturing organization in Holmdel, New Jersey. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings strong experience managing payroll from start to finish across multiple states while maintaining compliance and precision. The role will focus on high-volume payroll processing, issue resolution, and effective use of ADP Workforce Now to keep payroll activities running smoothly.

Responsibilities:

Process end-to-end payroll for a large employee population, ensuring pay is calculated correctly and delivered on schedule. Administer payroll for employees working in multiple states while applying applicable wage, tax, and compliance requirements. Use ADP Workforce Now to manage payroll transactions, review employee data, and support reporting needs. Audit payroll records, deductions, taxes, and time-related inputs to identify and correct discrepancies before payroll is finalized. Respond to payroll-related questions from employees and internal stakeholders, providing timely and accurate guidance. Maintain organized payroll documentation and support compliance with company policies and regulatory standards. Partner with HR, finance, and other teams to resolve payroll issues and improve processing efficiency. Assist with payroll updates, system-related changes, or process adjustments as needed to support business operations. Proven experience handling full-cycle payroll in a high-volume environment. Hands-on background processing payroll for employees across multiple states. Practical experience using ADP Workforce Now for payroll administration. Strong understanding of payroll procedures, tax withholdings, deductions, and compliance requirements. Ability to manage payroll populations exceeding 500 employees with a high level of accuracy. Excellent attention to detail and the ability to meet recurring deadlines. Strong communication skills with the ability to address payroll questions professionally and clearly. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. 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. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .