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Description We are looking for a dedicated Payroll Clerk to join our team on a contract basis in Lake Mary, Florida. This role involves ensuring smooth payroll operations and compliance, particularly during year-end activities. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in payroll processing, tax reporting, and audits, along with a commitment to accuracy and efficiency. This is a fully onsite contract position.

Responsibilities:

• Process payroll accurately and ensure timely distribution to employees in both U.S. and Canadian divisions.

• Review and verify payroll data, including timekeeping records, deductions, and compensation adjustments.

• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies by collaborating with HR and Finance teams.

• Ensure compliance with local, state/provincial, and federal tax regulations related to payroll.

• Prepare and submit tax filings, such as W-2s and T4s, adhering to government deadlines.

• Manage remittances and address tax-related issues with external advisors.

• Conduct regular audits of payroll records to maintain data accuracy and compliance.

• Generate detailed reports and documentation to support internal and external audit requirements.

• Facilitate year-end payroll processes, including reconciliations and compliance reviews.

• Partner with stakeholders to finalize all required yearly submissions and returns. Requirements

• Proven experience in full-cycle payroll processing.

• Knowledge of multi-state payroll and garnishment procedures.

• Familiarity with Canadian payroll and associated regulations a plus.

• Expertise in payroll tax compliance and year-end reporting.

• Proficiency in using UKG Pro or similar payroll systems.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage high volumes of data accurately.

• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

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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