Payroll Specialist

We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join a growing team in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position supports accurate and timely payroll and benefits administration for a workforce that includes hourly and salaried employees across multiple shifts. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll knowledge, thrives in an onsite environment, and can manage employee data, deductions, and benefit-related processes with precision.

Responsibilities:

Process biweekly payroll for approximately 170 employees, ensuring earnings, deductions, and shift differentials are calculated accurately. Review payroll records and partner with supervisors who maintain timecards to resolve discrepancies before each payroll cycle is finalized. Administer payroll activities for both hourly and salaried staff, including employees working across multiple schedules and shifts. Maintain employee payroll data in Paylocity and verify changes related to pay rates, deductions, and employment status updates. Coordinate benefit-related payroll items, including retirement contributions and deductions associated with medical and dental plans. Submit and reconcile 401(k) contribution activity with the retirement plan provider to support accurate funding and reporting. Support payroll compliance by following established wage, tax, and recordkeeping requirements for applicable jurisdictions. Assist with payroll-related reporting, audits, and process improvements to strengthen accuracy and efficiency. Work onsite during regular business hours to provide dependable support for payroll and benefits administration. Contribute to payroll process updates or system-related changes as needed while maintaining continuity in day-to-day operations. Experience handling full-cycle payroll from data review through final processing and post-payroll reconciliation. Working knowledge of multi-state payroll practices, including tax withholdings and compliance considerations. Hands-on experience with payroll systems such as Paylocity; familiarity with ADP Workforce Now is also valuable. Ability to manage payroll for a mixed employee population that includes hourly, salaried, and shift-based staff. Understanding of benefit deductions, retirement plan contributions, and payroll funding coordination. Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies and resolve issues in a timely manner. Proficiency in maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive employee compensation information professionally. 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 .