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Robert Half Payroll Specialist in Rochester, New York
Description
We are seeking a professional with a strong understanding of payroll management to join our clients team on a contract basis as a Payroll Specialist. The ideal candidate will be able to manage all aspects of payroll operations, ensuring that all employees are paid accurately and on time.
Responsibilities:
Manage the preparation, distribution, and reporting processes for payroll.
Oversee and ensure all payroll transactions are processed efficiently.
Collect, calculate, and enter data in order to maintain and update payroll information.
Compile summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, disability, and non-taxable wages and report on this.
Determine payroll liabilities by calculating employee federal and state income and social security taxes and employer's social security, unemployment and workers compensation payments.
Resolve payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
Maintain payroll operations by following policies and procedures.
Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Prepare and execute pay orders through an electronic system or distribute paychecks.
Administer statements of payment to personnel either electronically or on paper.
Process taxes and payment of employee benefits.
Keep track of hour rates, wage rate changes, new employee information, etc.
Adhere to payroll policies and procedures and comply with relevant law.
Identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies in timesheet and payroll records.
Stay current with the latest technologies and techniques in payroll processing.
Work with human resources personnel for payroll and benefit-related matters.
Requirements
Requirements:
Proven experience as a Payroll Specialist or similar role.
In-depth understanding of the payroll function including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes.
Strong knowledge of local, state and federal regulations and requirements related to payroll.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and payroll software programs.
Strong numerical skills with the ability to spot numerical errors.
Good time management and organizational skills.
Strong communication skills.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Sense of confidentiality and high level of integrity.
Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, or related field is preferred.
If interested, please apply today!
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