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Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team in Lansing, Michigan. In this Contract position, you will play a crucial role in managing payroll operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and assisting with employee benefits administration. This role offers an opportunity to work in the dynamic construction industry while supporting a workforce of approximately 65 employees.

Responsibilities:

• Process weekly payroll efficiently and accurately, adhering to a schedule of approximately 2.5 days.

• Ensure compliance with prevailing wage regulations and tax reporting requirements.

• Handle garnishments and benefits administration, including 401k and insurance coordination.

• Input and manage payroll data using accounting software systems such as ADP Workforce Now, Ceridian, and Deltek.

• Generate and distribute W-2 forms and other necessary payroll documentation.

• Prepare weekly payroll reports for management review.

• Assist with accounts payable tasks as needed.

• Support hiring processes and employee onboarding procedures.

• Maintain accurate records and ensure adherence to compliance standards. Requirements • Proficiency in payroll software such as ADP Workforce Now, Ceridian Dayforce, and Deltek.

• Strong knowledge of accounting functions and auditing processes.

• Experience with tax reporting and compliance requirements.

• Familiarity with benefits administration, including 401k plans and insurance.

• Excellent data entry skills with attention to detail and accuracy.

• Ability to generate and analyze payroll reports.

• Prior experience in handling garnishments and prevailing wage processes.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

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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