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Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team in Lansing, Michigan. This long-term contract position offers the opportunity to manage payroll processes for a mid-sized workforce while collaborating with a dynamic team. The role requires expertise in handling bi-weekly payroll and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Process bi-weekly payroll for approximately 400 employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

• Collaborate with a team of four to manage all aspects of payroll operations.

• Verify and reconcile employee time cards to ensure proper compensation.

• Utilize payroll software systems such as ADP Workforce Now and Ceridian Dayforce to process payments and generate reports.

• Handle 401k and benefit administration tasks, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

• Conduct audits of payroll records to identify and resolve discrepancies.

• Provide support for accounting functions related to payroll, including reporting and reconciliation.

• Stay informed about changes in payroll laws and regulations to maintain compliance.

• Assist in onboarding new employees for payroll setup and address payroll-related inquiries. Requirements • Proven experience in payroll processing for a workforce of 100-500 employees.

• Proficiency in payroll systems such as ADP Workforce Now, Ceridian Dayforce, or similar platforms.

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and payroll-related compliance.

• Experience with 401k and benefits administration.

• Advanced skills in Excel for data analysis and reporting.

• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

• Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with team members and employees.

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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