Description We are offering a contract employment opportunity for a Payroll Administrator in the service industry, located in New Brighton, Minnesota. As a Payroll Administrator, you will be tasked with handling all aspects of payroll processing, including full cycle payroll, union reporting, and payroll tax compliance. Responsibilities: • Oversee the complete process of payroll management, from data entry to issuing payments. • Collaborate with HR and finance departments to integrate payroll data seamlessly. • Manage payroll adjustments, deductions, and withholdings, ensuring accurate payroll processing for all employees. • Maintain thorough employee payroll records, keeping track of changes in salaries, benefits, and other pertinent information. • Prepare reports to meet union requirements, including union dues, pension contributions, and other mandatory deductions. • Stay updated with payroll tax laws, regulations, and changes, ensuring compliance with all applicable requirements. • Manage all aspects of payroll tax compliance, including the accurate and prompt filing of federal, state, and local payroll tax returns. • Work on process improvement, streamlining payroll procedures, and enhancing payroll system functionality. • Conduct regular audits to ensure data integrity, accuracy, and adherence to payroll policies and procedures. • Prepare payroll reports and metrics for management and other stakeholders, analyzing payroll data to identify trends, patterns, and discrepancies. Requirements • Minimum of 3 years of experience in a payroll administration role • Proficiency in payroll processing • Experience with multi-state payroll management • Familiarity with both in-house and union payroll procedures • Thorough understanding of payroll taxes and related legislation • Proficient in payroll tax reporting • Ability to work in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment • Strong attention to detail and accuracy • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion. 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) .