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Payroll Administrator
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Robert Half
Salt Lake City, UT (In Person)
Full-Time
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Job Description
We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to support accurate and timely payroll operations in Salt Lake City, Utah. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage end-to-end payroll activities across multiple states while also assisting with benefits-related payroll processes. The role requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment with payroll compliance, and the ability to work effectively across compensation and benefits functions.
Responsibilities:
- Process complete payroll cycles from data review through final submission, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule.
- Administer payroll for employees working in multiple states while applying appropriate tax withholdings, deductions, and jurisdictional requirements.
- Review payroll changes such as new hires, status updates, compensation adjustments, and terminations to maintain correct employee records.
- Coordinate payroll-related benefits activity, including deductions, adjustments, and reconciliation with benefit plan information.
- Partner with internal teams to resolve payroll discrepancies, answer employee questions, and address issues affecting pay or benefits.
- Audit payroll reports and supporting records to identify variances, correct errors, and maintain compliance with company policies and regulations.
- Support compensation and benefits administration by ensuring earnings, deductions, and employer contributions are reflected properly in payroll.
- Maintain organized payroll documentation and assist with process updates, reporting needs, and system-related payroll tasks as required.