• Payroll Specialist

    Robert Half Finance & Accounting (Falcon Heights, MN)


    Description

    Job Title: Payroll Specialist

     

    Salary Range: $53,360 - $66,700 (with consideration up to $70,000 for highly qualified candidates)

    Position Summary

    We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to manage and process payroll for a multi-state organization with 300+ employees. This individual will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, compliance with all relevant regulations, and effective use of ADP Workforce Now. The ideal candidate will have hands-on payroll experience, particularly in a high-volume and multi-state environment.

    Key Responsibilities

    Payroll Processing & Administration

     

    + Own the end-to-end payroll process for 300+ employees on a bi-weekly schedule

    + Ensure accuracy in payroll calculations, deductions, and withholdings (federal, state, and local taxes)

    + Utilize ADP Workforce Now for payroll processing and reporting

    + Conduct regular payroll audits and resolve discrepancies efficiently

    + Maintain compliance with wage and hour laws, garnishments, and tax filings

    + Partner with HR and Finance teams to support payroll-related initiatives and ensure data integrity

     

    System & Process Management

     

    + Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll within the ADP system

    + Identify and implement process improvements for payroll efficiency and accuracy

    + Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payroll regulations, tax laws, and system updates

     

    Reporting & Documentation

     

    + Generate payroll reports for internal stakeholders as needed

    + Maintain accurate and confidential payroll records and documentation

    Requirements

    Qualifications & Experience

     

    + 3+ years of payroll processing experience, preferably for a company with 300+ employees

    + Experience with ADP Workforce Now strongly preferred

    + Familiarity with multi-state payroll regulations and tax compliance

    + High level of accuracy and attention to detail

    + Strong problem-solving and communication skills

    + Ability to manage sensitive information with integrity and discretion

     

    Why Join This Team?

     

    + Hybrid schedule with required in-office presence once per week

    + Competitive pay with growth potential up to $70,000

    + Join a collaborative and supportive environment during a period of organizational growth

     

    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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