Job Description
Payroll Specialist Robert Half - 3.9 Columbus, OH Job Details Temp-to-hire | Contract $25.65 - $27.50 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Confidential information handling Payroll tax Payroll tax processing HR legal compliance Research Mid-level Employee data management Compliance documentation Organizational skills Payroll reconciliation Documentation Handling Month-end close 2 years Employee record maintenance Payroll record maintenance Audit support Full Job Description We are looking for a part time payroll specialist to join our team in Columbus, Ohio in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role is responsible for delivering accurate payroll processing, maintaining dependable records, and supporting compliance with payroll regulations and organizational policies. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with full-cycle payroll, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work closely with HR and finance stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. This role will be approximately 15 hours per week
Responsibilities:
Process bi-weekly payroll from start to finish using Paycor, ensuring earnings, deductions, taxes, and garnishments are calculated accurately and submitted on schedule. Maintain employee payroll records by entering and validating changes related to onboarding, departures, pay adjustments, and other compensation updates. Review time and leave information to confirm proper payment for regular hours, holidays, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and other paid time off. Monitor payroll practices for alignment with federal, state, and local wage and hour requirements, as well as internal policies and procedures. Prepare payroll reports and supporting documentation for month-end close, quarterly balancing, and year-end reconciliation activities. Partner with HR leadership to coordinate payroll items such as retirement contributions, disability deductions, and other benefit-related payments. Support internal and external audit requests by gathering payroll records, answering questions, and providing complete documentation for review. Handle payroll-related correspondence and administrative requests, including employment verifications, child support orders, workers' compensation matters, and union dues reporting. Stay current on payroll legislation, tax updates, and system enhancements through research, training, and career development opportunities. 2+ years of experience managing payroll in an in-house environment. Demonstrated experience with full-cycle payroll processing for a workforce of approximately 101 to 500 employees. Hands-on knowledge of Paycor or a comparable HR/payroll system. Working understanding of payroll taxes, garnishments, benefit deductions, and payroll reconciliation. Familiarity with union payroll processing and related reporting requirements. Ability to interpret payroll regulations and apply federal, state, and local compliance standards accurately. Strong accuracy, organizational skills, and discretion when handling sensitive employee and compensation information. 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 .
