Payroll Specialist

at  Robert Half

We are seeking a meticulous Payroll Specialist to join our team based in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota. You will play a pivotal role in managing the time and attendance process, calculating various payouts, monitoring benefits and deductions, and maintaining accurate tax reporting. This role offers a contract employment opportunity.

• Manage the Time and Attendance process in the payroll software, including the gathering and submission of time not recorded in the system.
• Calculate and process PTO payouts, bonuses, retroactive pay, and other related payments.
• Process manual payments as needed for terminations or other immediate situations.
• Monitor benefits and deductions to ensure accurate withholding.
• Compile and submit certified payrolls and monthly utilization reports as required for federal and state contracts.
• Process and reconcile monthly union fringe benefit and dues reports and payment requests.
• Review and validate the accuracy of tax reporting for multiple state and federal agencies.
• Maintain accruals for vacation and sick leave policies within the payroll system and conduct regular audits for accuracy.
• Update the payroll database with employee new hires, transfers, changes, and terminations as required.
• Assist the accounting department in reconciling general ledger accounts associated with the payroll process, including benefits, deductions, and taxes.
• Calculate and report workers’ compensation to appropriate entities, making payments and recording them in the accounts payable system.
• Support financial, workers’ compensation, and 401k audits by providing records and documentation to auditors.
• Undertake other payroll duties and projects as assigned.
• Proficiency in accounting software systems is required.
• Experience with Ceridian is a plus.
• Familiarity with “About Time” software is beneficial.
• Proficiency in using Viewpoint Vista is preferred.
• Experience in handling bi-monthly payroll is expected.
• Familiarity with automated payroll systems is required.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification is desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are necessary.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Must be detail-oriented and capable of maintaining high levels of accuracy.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Knowledge of payroll tax laws and regulations is essential.
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