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Description We are looking for a dedicated Payroll Specialist to join a thriving financial services organization in Roseville, California. This long-term contract position offers an exciting opportunity to utilize your payroll expertise in a fast-paced, multi-state environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in payroll processing and a commitment to accuracy and compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Process bi-weekly, semi-monthly, or monthly payroll for a workforce of 300–500 employees across multiple states using advanced payroll software.

• Ensure payroll operations comply with federal, state, and local regulations, including tax withholding, wage laws, and reporting standards.

• Manage payroll adjustments such as new hires, terminations, pay changes, bonuses, commissions, and other modifications.

• Reconcile payroll reports, promptly identifying and resolving discrepancies to maintain accuracy.

• Handle payroll tax filings, garnishments, levies, and benefit deductions with precision.

• Collaborate with HR to ensure accurate employee data, benefits information, and leave balances are reflected in payroll.

• Address employee payroll inquiries with professionalism and provide timely resolutions.

• Support audits by preparing detailed payroll documentation and generating necessary reports.

• Maintain secure and accurate payroll records, safeguarding employee confidentiality.

• Stay up-to-date with changes in payroll laws and best practices, particularly for states where the company operates. Requirements • At least 3 years of experience in payroll processing, preferably in a multi-state environment.

• Proven ability to handle payroll for 300–500 employees with attention to detail.

• Proficiency in using payroll software such as ADP Workforce Now or similar systems.

• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations.

• Excellent problem-solving and reconciliation skills to address payroll discrepancies.

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all payroll processes.

• Effective communication skills to interact with employees and cross-functional teams.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work with sensitive employee information.

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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