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Description We are looking for a highly skilled Payroll Specialist to join our team on a long-term contract basis. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for a multi-state workforce. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in payroll systems and procedures, coupled with exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining compliance with all payroll-related regulations. This position is based in Newark, New Jersey.

Responsibilities:

• Process full-cycle payroll for over 500 employees across multiple states, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.

• Utilize ADP Workforce Now to manage payroll operations, including data entry, updates, and reporting.

• Perform reconciliations to resolve discrepancies and maintain accurate payroll records.

• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to address payroll-related inquiries and ensure smooth communication.

• Ensure compliance with state and federal payroll regulations, including tax filings and reporting requirements.

• Manage employee data, including onboarding, changes, and terminations, within the payroll system.

• Prepare and distribute payroll reports to support financial planning and audits.

• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive payroll information and uphold security protocols.

• Assist in process improvement initiatives to streamline payroll operations. Requirements • Proven experience in full-cycle payroll processing for multi-state organizations.

• Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now or similar payroll systems.

• Strong knowledge of payroll regulations and compliance requirements.

• Ability to handle payroll for over 500 employees accurately and efficiently.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills to meet deadlines.

• Associate’s degree in Accounting or a related field; Bachelor’s degree preferred.

• Experience working in nonprofit or grant-funded environments is a plus.

• Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to documentation accuracy.

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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