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Payroll Clerk
- Robert Half Finance & Accounting (West Haven, UT)
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Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to manage payroll operations and benefits administration with precision and efficiency. This role is essential in ensuring accurate wage calculations, tax compliance, and maintaining secure records. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional organizational skills and a strong ability to prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.
Responsibilities:
• Process payroll for employees accurately and on time, including adjustments for new hires, terminations, and salary changes.
• Prepare and audit payroll data to ensure compliance with legal regulations and company policies.
• Coordinate with HR representatives to verify accurate entry of employee information into digital systems.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of all payroll and compensation records.
• Prepare and reconcile Federal and State taxes, payroll accounts, and benefit invoices.
• Generate and distribute annual W-2 forms and prepare required documentation for audits.
• Respond to employee inquiries and resolve issues related to payroll and benefits.
• Manage garnishments and ensure compliance with governmental reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with payroll vendors to implement or troubleshoot system issues.
• Provide unemployment claim details for terminated employees when necessary. Requirements • Minimum of 5 years' experience in payroll processing, with a preference for full-cycle payroll expertise.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• Strong knowledge of pay practices and legal compliance.
• Proven ability to handle payroll system conversions successfully.
• Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism with sensitive information.
• Proficiency in reconciling payroll journal entries to the General Ledger.
• Familiarity with garnishments and benefits administration processes.
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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .
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