Description Overview: Robert Half is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join our Full-Time Engagement Professionals (FTEP) practice. As an employee of Robert Half deployed to assist our clients, you will provide critical payroll expertise in a variety of project-based assignments, such as leave of absence (LOA) coverage, software implementations, backlog cleanups, and other special payroll-related projects. This full-time, salaried role offers the opportunity to work with diverse industries and businesses, expanding your professional experience while enjoying the stability and benefits of full-time employment with Robert Half. Key Responsibilities: + Payroll Processing and Support: + Accurately manage payroll for clients in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. + Process multi-state payroll, including new hires, terminations, and payroll adjustments. + Manage timekeeping systems and ensure accurate data entry for payroll runs. + Leave of Absence (LOA) Coverage: + Step in during clients' employee leave periods to ensure seamless payroll operations. + Act as the primary liaison for payroll-related inquiries and troubleshooting during the LOA coverage period. + Software Implementation Assistance: + Collaborate with clients during payroll software implementations, ensuring successful deployment. + Provide testing, configuration, and data migration expertise as needed for payroll platforms. + Backlog Cleanup Projects: + Analyze and reconcile payroll records to resolve discrepancies and backlogs. + Assist with compliance audits and reporting to align with regulatory and organizational requirements. + Special Projects: + Engage in client-specific projects as needed, such as compliance reviews or process improvement initiatives. + Apply expertise to enhance client payroll functions, workflows, and best practices. Requirements + 3+ years of payroll experience, including multi-state payroll processing. + Proficiency with payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Workday, Kronos, Paychex, or similar). + Strong understanding of payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance standards. + Exceptional organizational and time-management skills to balance multiple client projects. + Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to different clients' processes and systems. + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with both internal teams and client stakeholders. What We Offer: + Full-time salary and benefits as a Robert Half employee. + Ongoing opportunities to develop your skills and expertise by working on exciting and impactful client assignments. + Access to a variety of industries and projects to keep your career dynamic. + Financial stability and career advancement opportunities through the FTEP program. About Robert Half: Robert Half's Full-Time Engagement Professionals program is a unique solution that combines the stability of a full-time position with the variety of consulting. It allows professionals to grow their careers by partnering with some of the most respected businesses across various industries, offering unparalleled opportunities for growth, learning, and satisfaction. If you're a payroll professional who thrives on solving problems, adapting to new challenges, and being valued as part of an elite team, we'd love to hear from you. 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 including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company’s 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources. © 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) .