Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist Robert Half - 3.9 Golden Valley, MN Job Details Temporary | Contract $22 - $25 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Data integrity assurance Record keeping Payroll tax Payroll tax processing Data validation techniques ADP Mid-level State tax Data integrity and documentation Compliance documentation Data reporting support HR systems Payroll reconciliation Cross-functional collaboration Communication skills Cross-functional communication Payroll record maintenance Local tax Full Job Description We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a high-volume, multi-state workforce in Golden Valley, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for someone who brings strong payroll expertise, careful attention to detail, and confidence working in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will manage end-to-end payroll activities, help maintain compliance with applicable regulations, and contribute to a dependable employee pay experience.

Responsibilities:

Process full-cycle payroll for a large employee population, ensuring pay is completed accurately and on schedule. Administer payroll for employees working across multiple states while applying the appropriate tax and wage rules. Use ADP Workforce Now to enter, review, and validate payroll data, deductions, and employee updates. Audit payroll records to identify discrepancies, resolve issues, and maintain data integrity before final submission. Coordinate with HR, finance, and internal stakeholders to address payroll questions, status updates, and needed corrections. Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including required filings and documentation. Support payroll reporting, reconciliation activities, and related recordkeeping for internal review and business needs. Assist with payroll process updates or system-related changes as needed while helping ensure continuity and accuracy in operations. Proven experience managing full-cycle payroll from data review through final processing. Hands-on background handling payroll for employees in multiple states. Practical experience using ADP Workforce Now in a payroll environment. Ability to support payroll volumes exceeding 500 employees with a high level of accuracy. Strong knowledge of payroll practices, tax withholdings, deductions, and compliance requirements. High attention to detail with the ability to investigate and correct payroll discrepancies. Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. 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 .