• Payroll Specialist

    Robert Half Accountemps (San Antonio, TX)


    Description Our client is seeking a talented individual to serve as the primary representative and point of contact for assigned clients and shared employees to fulfill customer service needs. This role is responsible for all aspects of payroll for assigned employees, facilitating timely and accurate processing of multi-state, weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and monthly payroll schedules.

     

    In this role, you will join a thriving team environment that is enthusiastic about providing personalized HR support to a growing list of valued clients. The Payroll Specialist I position offers the opportunity to further develop your career and expand your payroll knowledge while serving as a key contributor in strengthening long-term client relationships.

    Essential Duties:

    Maintains payroll-related accounts and processes multi-state payroll. Responsible for reconciliation and accuracy of payroll system. Prepares forms, enters data into payroll system, computes wages and deductions, and posts to payroll records. Interacts with clients regarding payroll questions and problem resolution.

     

    Maintains and processes appropriate records to support all payroll transactions including salary changes, deduction changes, terminations, and name/address changes. Resolves payroll issues and discrepancies. Processes garnishments.

     

    Collects and ensures new hire paperwork and appropriate documents are processed accurately in payroll and timekeeping systems. Maintains W-4 and I-9 documents for all new hires and processes E-Verify.

     

    Performs all other duties as assigned.

    Minimum Qualifications:

    High school diploma or equivalent required; advanced degree a plus.

     

    Minimum of three (3) years of experience in payroll processing, garnishments & general deductions, and W-2 & I-9 maintenance.

     

    Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) preferred.

     

    Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred.

     

    Bilingual preferred.

     

    Working knowledge of processing job-costed and certified payrolls.

     

    Knowledge of time clock systems.

     

    Knowledge of Department of Labor and Fair Labor Standards Act regarding payroll and overtime.

     

    * Proficiency with personal computers and payroll database systems.

    * Skilled in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

    * Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

    * Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

    * Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate accuracy and attention to detail.

    * Ability to manage multiple payrolls for numerous clients with various schedules.

    * Ability to organize and complete work within deadlines, adapt to change, and multi-task.

     

    Ability to sit for long periods performing sedentary activities.

     

    If you are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to apply online or call our office at 210-696-8300! Requirements Full Cycle Payroll, Multi-state Payroll, ADP Workforce Now, Payroll, Payroll - Over 500 Employees, Process Payments, Process Payroll, Process Payroll, Kronos, UKG Pro

     

    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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