Payroll Clerk

Payroll Clerk Robert Half - 3.9 Columbus, OH Job Details Temporary | Contract $20 - $25 an hour 3 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Staff scheduling Team scheduling Mid-level Employee attendance management Accounting data entry Internal employee customer service Task prioritization Paychex Data entry Organizational skills Invoice data entry Data accuracy checks Technical Proficiency Payroll record maintenance Clinical program staff coordination Full Job Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to support payroll and administrative operations in Columbus, Ohio. This contract position is ideal for someone who is comfortable managing biweekly payroll for a mid-sized employee population while also helping with scheduling and invoice entry. The role requires strong organizational skills, confidence with payroll systems such as Paychex, and the ability to stay ahead of staffing needs in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

Process biweekly payroll accurately for a workforce of up to 110 hourly and salaried employees using Paychex. Review and correct timekeeping records, including entering missed punches to ensure payroll data is complete and accurate. Maintain payroll-related records and verify information to support timely and compliant pay processing. Coordinate nurse department scheduling and proactively monitor coverage needs several days in advance. Enter invoices accurately and assist with routine administrative office tasks as needed. Communicate with employees and internal teams to resolve payroll discrepancies, scheduling questions, and documentation issues. Experience handling payroll for an employee population within the 101 to 500 range. Working knowledge of full-cycle payroll processing, including time entry review and payroll adjustments. Proficiency with Paychex payroll systems or similar payroll software. Ability to manage both hourly and salaried payroll accurately and efficiently. Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple administrative tasks. Comfortable supporting staff scheduling and maintaining accurate invoice entry. Solid technical skills and confidence using office and payroll systems. 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 .