Payroll Administrator

Description This Payroll Administrator job is for someone who has experience with Microsoft Office and is ready for a challenge. Robert Half is looking for a Payroll Administrator with dynamic communication and problem-solving skills who can process payroll effectively and efficiently. If you want to join a smart team in a fast-paced environment, contact us today to start advancing your career. This Payroll Administrator opportunity is located in Owings Mills, Maryland and is a long-term contract / temporary role.Responsibilities

Manage other tasks as assigned

Handle specific weekly, monthly, quarterly, and year-end reports for department heads

Continue implementation of established policies and procedures to maintain payroll operations, reporting changes where necessary

Handle all payroll information questions and requests

Provide assistance as necessary for all internal and external audits related to payroll

Produce reports after compiling summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, disability, and nontaxable wages

Guarantee company compliance with federal and state regulations and guidelines

Detail all payroll liabilities by establishing employee federal and state income and social security taxes and employer social security, unemployment, and worker compensation payment

Proper payroll information maintenance by collecting, calculating, and entering data

Handle payroll record updates by keeping changes in exemptions, insurance coverage, savings deductions, and job title and department/division transfers

Manage issues related to employee deductions and other liabilities, including reconciling

Exercise review and verification of source documents

Promote employee confidence by protecting payroll operations and keeping information confidential

Resolve payroll discrepancies via information collection and analysis Requirements - Mastery of internal controls

Well-informed in basic accounting principles and solid financial acumen

Skilled in analytical, quantitative and social skills

Proficient with high volume multi-state payroll, billing, licensing, AP, etc.

Reliable skills in Microsoft Office with excellent Excel skills

Preference will be given to Certified Payroll Professional

Data entry, document management, file creation and previous records experience required

Earlier experience working with various types of accounting software desired

Knowledgeable about federal and state payroll regulations and requirements

Prepare Journal Entries experience

Experience with bank reconciliations

Proven knowledge of ADP Workforce Now

Expertise in Payroll Taxes

Workers compensation experience

Solid understanding of Process Payroll

Well-founded grasp of Microsoft Excel

Relevant experience should include 2+ years in payroll

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.© 2024 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) .