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Description

We are looking for an experienced Payroll Lead to join our team in on a Contract-to-Permanent basis. This role is essential in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll for both exempt and non-exempt employees, utilizing advanced payroll systems and tools. The position offers an opportunity to work in the manufacturing industry while contributing to compliance, efficiency, and employee satisfaction.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the processing of bi-weekly, monthly, or semi-monthly payrolls, ensuring accuracy for salaries, bonuses, and compensation adjustments.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations as well as company policies.

• Verify and reconcile payroll data entries, including uploads, API integrations, and manual inputs.

• Handle payroll-related deductions such as benefits, retirement contributions, and garnishments.

• Perform advanced payroll calculations, including gross-ups and adjustments.

• Maintain organized payroll records and generate detailed reports for audits and management.

• Leverage payroll software to update employee data, including new hires, terminations, pay rates, and system configurations.

• Address employee inquiries regarding payroll discrepancies, taxes, and deductions within established response times.

• Support year-end activities, including W-2 preparation and distribution.

• Stay updated on changes in payroll laws and regulations to ensure ongoing compliance.

Requirements • Extensive experience in full-cycle payroll processing for multi-state operations.

• Proficiency in payroll tools such as ADP Workforce Now and Workday Payroll.

• Strong knowledge of bi-weekly and multi-state payroll processes, including handling payroll for large employee groups.

• Ability to reconcile payroll data and perform complex calculations.

• Familiarity with payroll-related systems and integrations, including equity accounting.

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for payroll analysis and reporting.

• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

• Strong communication skills to effectively resolve employee inquiries and collaborate with teams.

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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