Description We are offering an opportunity to join a small team as a Payroll Clerk. In this role you will be handling a variety of payroll-related tasks, from data management to report generation, in a collaborative and dynamic environment. Responsibilities: • Oversee and maintain the Employees and Dependents Tuition Remission Benefit Program, providing guidance to staff on taxable and non-taxable tuition portions • Process and update semi-monthly payroll for MN pay group, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal and state regulations • Collaborate with other team members on various payroll-related projects and tasks as needed • Attend meetings and assist with reporting for employees utilizing FMLA, STD, NYSPFL, and ADA, including monitoring Hartford Leave request and creating periodic reports • Create detailed reports for Student Accounts which are used for the monitoring of Federal Work Study funds, and prepare reports for internal and external audit processes • Manage large volumes of payroll data, ensuring timely processing and accuracy • Provide schedules for the processing dates of tuition listed as taxable and the amount • Assist managers with online timesheet entries and handle multi-tax payroll systems Requirements • Proficiency in data entry is a crucial requirement for this role. • The applicant should have significant experience in using Microsoft Excel. • A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required; a degree in a related field is preferred. • Experience in a payroll position within the higher education sector is advantageous. • The applicant needs to possess strong mathematical and analytical skills. • Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy is expected. • The ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion is mandatory. • The candidate should be able to work independently, as well as part of a team. • Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively are required. • Excellent written and spoken communication skills are necessary. • The ability to meet strict deadlines is essential. • Knowledge of federal and state payroll regulations is preferred 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) .