Payroll Specialist (Professional Services Industry)

Description We are seeking a Payroll Specialist with strong system expertise and a background in professional services environments. This role will be responsible for processing complex payrolls, ensuring compliance across multiple pay structures, and supporting ongoing system improvements. The ideal candidate brings a mix of technical payroll knowledge, systems experience, and the ability to navigate project-based or billable-hour environments. Experience with certified payroll and system implementations is highly valued.

RESPONSIBILITIES

+ Process multi-state payroll on a bi-weekly or semi-monthly basis with a high level of accuracy + Manage payroll for salaried, hourly, and project-based employees + Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws + Handle certified payroll reporting, including prevailing wage requirements + Maintain and audit payroll data within HRIS and payroll systems + Support system upgrades, implementations, and process improvements + Partner with HR and Finance teams to resolve payroll discrepancies + Prepare payroll reports, reconciliations, and audit documentation + Respond to employee payroll inquiries in a timely and professional manner Requirements Experience & Background + 3+ years of hands-on payroll processing experience + Experience in professional services, consulting, or project-based environments + Exposure to certified payroll and prevailing wage reporting Systems & Technical Skills +

Payroll/HRIS:

Dayforce (Ceridian) or comparable platform (required) +

ERP/Project Systems:

Deltek Vantagepoint or similar (strongly preferred) +

Microsoft Excel:

Intermediate to advanced (pivot tables, lookups, data validation) Certifications (Preferred) + Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) Additional Strengths + Experience supporting payroll-related system implementations or upgrades + Strong attention to detail and compliance focus + Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment 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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .