We are looking for an experienced Payroll & Benefit Specialist to support an organization in Omaha, Nebraska. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage high-volume, multi-state payroll operations with accuracy, consistency, and strong attention to compliance. The person in this role will work closely with accounting and related teams to help ensure employees are paid correctly and benefit processes are handled efficiently. Payroll Administration Process bi-weekly payroll for approximately 260 employees using ADP. Maintain payroll records, deductions, garnishments, direct deposits, and tax withholdings. Ensure accurate payroll calculations, including overtime, bonuses, commissions, and paid time off. Audit payroll data and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner. Manage multi-state payroll compliance and payroll tax requirements. Prepare payroll-related reports for HR and leadership. Benefits Administration Administer employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and retirement plans. Coordinate employee enrollments, changes, and terminations. Support annual open enrollment activities. Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefit questions. Work with benefit providers to resolve eligibility and claims issues. Maintain accurate employee benefit records within HRIS and payroll systems. Compliance & Reporting Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations. Support year-end processing, including W-2 preparation and payroll reconciliations. Assist with audits and provide documentation as requested. Maintain confidentiality of employee information and payroll records. 7+ years of experience in payroll, including full-cycle payroll processing in high-volume environments. Proven experience managing multi-state payroll for organizations with more than 500 employees. Strong hands-on knowledge of ADP Workforce Now and its payroll processing capabilities. Solid understanding of payroll tax regulations, wage and hour requirements, and payroll compliance standards. Experience supporting benefit-related payroll processes, including deductions and enrollment changes. Bachelor's degree or relevant certification in payroll, accounting, or a related field. High level of accuracy, organization, and problem-solving ability when handling sensitive payroll data. 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 "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .