Description We are offering a long term contract employment opportunity for a Payroll Clerk in COLUMBIA, Maryland, United States. The role is in the accounting industry and the successful candidate will be responsible for processing and maintaining payroll information, handling garnishments, and ensuring compliance with government reporting requirements. Responsibilities: • Handle and process garnishment requests effectively, ensuring accurate adjustments to payroll • Update and maintain employee payroll records regularly • Manage payroll maintenance tasks such as direct deposit changes and tax form distribution • Ensure accurate and timely submission of required government reports • Process payroll using systems like Workday and Coins, although prior experience with these platforms is not mandatory • Utilize Excel for various payroll tasks, including the use of functions such as vlookup • Respond timely to payroll-related inquiries from employees • Adhere to all company policies and procedures, as well as legal requirements, in all payroll-related tasks Requirements • Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Payroll Clerk • Proficient in accounting functions • Experience in auditing procedures • Familiarity with garnishments and payroll-garnishments • Ability to process garnishments effectively • Proficiency in using Workday software • Experience with Workday Payroll system • Proven skills in payroll processing 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) .