Payroll Clerk

Responsibilities: Process payroll data for a large workforce across multiple states, ensuring payments are completed accurately and within established timelines. Review tax withholdings and payroll transactions to help maintain compliance with federal, state, and local requirements. Investigate pay-related issues in partnership with payroll colleagues and work toward timely resolution of discrepancies. Organize and maintain payroll documentation to support reporting needs, audits, and record retention standards. Use Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables, to examine payroll information and identify trends or inconsistencies. Respond to employee questions related to earnings, deductions, and payroll processing with professionalism and a customer-focused approach. Check payroll calculations carefully to confirm alignment with company guidelines and applicable policies. Contribute to year-end payroll activities and provide general support for ongoing payroll operations. Look for opportunities to streamline workflows and recommend practical improvements that increase efficiency and accuracy.

Requirements: At least 2 years of hands-on payroll experience. Working knowledge of payroll withholdings, tax regulations, and related compliance practices. Experience supporting large-volume payroll processing; exposure to payroll for more than 500 employees is preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to work with Pivot Tables. Strong written communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with employees and internal teams. Demonstrated customer service mindset when handling payroll questions and sensitive information. High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail. Multi-state payroll experience is helpful, but not required. 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. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. 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.© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy).