PEO Payroll Specialist Robert Half - 3.9 Lindon, UT Job Details Temporary | Contract $25 - $35 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Customer communication Payroll tax processing Customer service State tax Managing client accounts Data accuracy checks Payroll reconciliation Excel formulas Legal compliance Local tax Full Job Description We are looking for a Payroll Specialist with PEO experience to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a diverse client base in Utah. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings strong payroll expertise, thrives in a fast-paced client service environment, and can manage complex multi-state processing with precision. The right candidate will play a key role in maintaining compliance, resolving payroll issues efficiently, and ensuring employees are paid correctly across a variety of pay schedules.

•To be considered for this role, a candidate must have PEO specific payroll experience.

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Responsibilities:

Administer complete payroll processing for multiple client accounts, handling weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and monthly payroll cycles from input through final submission. Record and review employee payroll changes such as new hires, separations, compensation updates, garnishments, deductions, and benefit-related adjustments to ensure data accuracy. Reconcile payroll totals and verify batch details before transmission, identifying and correcting discrepancies prior to payroll release. Coordinate special payroll activities including off-cycle runs, manual payments, reversals, and voided checks when adjustments are required. Address questions from clients and employees regarding earnings, direct deposit setup, tax withholding, and year-end wage statements in a timely and thorough manner. Monitor payroll activity for adherence to federal, state, and local tax requirements across multiple jurisdictions. Work closely with HR, tax, and benefits partners to investigate inconsistencies and resolve account-level payroll issues. Maintain organized payroll documentation and assist with quarter-end and year-end activities, including preparation related to W-2 processing. This is a remote opportunity opened to candidates within the US. If local to an office for this client, the team does go onsite 2x per month. There may be potential for this long-term contract to transition to permanent hire. Training/ramping timeframe is approximately 3 months.

•To be considered for this role, a candidate must have PEO specific payroll experience.

•At least 2 years of direct experience processing payroll, including entering data, balancing payrolls, and submitting final payroll files. Background working in a PEO setting with exposure to high-volume, multi-client payroll operations. Demonstrated ability to manage numerous payroll accounts at once while meeting strict deadlines and maintaining a high level of accuracy. Solid understanding of multi-state payroll practices, payroll tax requirements, wage and hour regulations, and garnishment administration. Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and resolve errors before they affect employee pay. Effective communication skills with a customer-focused approach and confidence interacting with clients and employees. Proficiency in Excel, including lookups and basic formulas used for payroll review, auditing, and reconciliation. Experience with PrismHR, payroll tax filings or amendments, and payroll certification such as CPP or FPC is a plus. 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 .