Payroll Clerk

Payroll Clerk Robert Half - 3.9 Little Rock, AR Job Details Temp-to-hire | Contract $19 - $22 an hour 19 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Labor law compliance Payroll tax processing Payroll tax returns Spreadsheets Ceridian Filing Research Mid-level State tax Financial issue resolution Employee data management HR compliance Organizational skills Payroll reconciliation Cross-functional collaboration Accounting error correction 2 years Communication skills Employee record maintenance Cross-functional communication Payroll record maintenance Audit support Workday Full Job Description We are looking for an experienced Payroll Clerk to join a growing automotive organization in Little Rock, Arkansas. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who can manage high-volume payroll with accuracy, maintain compliance, and support employees across multiple locations. The role works closely with HR, accounting, and site leadership to ensure payroll data is complete, timely, and properly documented.

Responsibilities:

Assist with processing end-to-end payroll for a workforce of more than 400 employees across several operating locations. Examine time records, pay calculations, tax withholdings, benefit deductions, and garnishments to confirm payroll is processed correctly. Keep payroll files organized and up to date by maintaining accurate employee compensation and deduction records. Apply federal, state, and local payroll regulations while ensuring internal payroll procedures are followed consistently. Partner with supervisors, HR, and accounting teams to gather, verify, and reconcile payroll information from multiple sites. Research payroll variances and respond to employee questions promptly to resolve payment-related issues. Assist with payroll reporting, account reconciliations, audit support, and year-end tasks such as W-2 preparation. Identify opportunities to strengthen payroll workflows and improve efficiency in a multi-location environment. At least 2 years of hands-on payroll processing experience. Experience supporting payroll for organizations with multiple locations is strongly preferred. Solid knowledge of payroll compliance, tax rules, and applicable wage regulations. Proficiency with payroll software and Microsoft Excel. Strong organizational skills with careful attention to detail and a high level of confidentiality. Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate across departments. Experience in automotive or other multi-site operational settings and familiarity with systems such as Workday, Ceridian, or similar platforms is a plus. 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 "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .