• Payroll Specialist

    Robert Half Finance & Accounting (Raleigh, NC)


    Description

    Robert Half has partnered with a growing and established company in Raleigh to assist them in finding a Payroll Specialist. The ideal candidate will possess 1+ years of high volume multi state payroll experience. To be considered, interested candidates should have the ability to communicate effectively and deliver strong internal customer service while working in a deadline-driven environment. As the Payroll Specialist, you will contribute in finalizing the accurate and timely production of weekly payroll for employees. This permanent employment opportunity is based in the Raleigh North Carolina. This company offers excellent benefits and growth potential, so apply today!

    Key responsibilities

    - Collaborate with Information Technology, Human Resources, and other internal business partners to ensure security protocols for pay systems

     

    - Arrange timely processing of payroll in accordance with labor regulations and standard accounting principles

     

    - Direct quarterly and year-end payroll reports

     

    - Aid staff with wage deductions, fringe benefits, pay related issues, PTO accruals, and general questions related to payroll

     

    - Handle voluntary deductions, as well as wage garnishments, pay levies, and other involuntary court-ordered payments in a timely manner, including reporting to the necessary authorities

     

    - Operate regular payroll reporting as required and assist with financial audits related to pay records and associated general ledger

     

    - Examine data entered by others in the payroll software to include, but not limited to salary/wage increases, benefit deductions, employee termination dates, and employee leaves of absence under FMLA or other unpaid leave

     

    - Obey to current payroll tax requirements and relevant laws associated with the processing of employee wage data, including payroll taxes, employee federal and state income and social security taxes and other required reporting

     

    - Improve systems and protocols to direct the collection, calculation and entering of pay data

     

    - Explore payroll areas, pay practices related to FLSA, and fringe benefit reporting to determine how those practices apply to advise management

    Requirements • Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Payroll Clerk role or similar position

    • Proficiency in multi-state payroll processing

    • Experience with in-house payroll management

    • Prior experience managing payroll for over 500 employees

    • Ability to process weekly payroll accurately and efficiently

    • Proficient in using payroll software for payroll management

    • Strong understanding of various payroll functions

    • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data management and analysis

    • Knowledge of automotive industry is a plus but not mandatory

    • Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

    • Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment

    • Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.

     

    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.

     

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    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.

     

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