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Description We are offering a contract to hire employment opportunity for a Payroll Specialist in CALVERTON, New York. This role involves a variety of responsibilities within the payroll industry where you will be expected to handle various tasks related to processing and maintaining accurate payroll records.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure accurate and efficient processing of payroll transactions including wages, benefits, and taxes.

• Use understanding of Prevailing Wage rules to ensure compliance in payroll processing.

• Handle certified payroll reporting and public works compliance tasks.

• Use payroll software like Paylocity, LCP Tracker, Elations, Points North for various payroll processes.

• Monitor and report employee hours and handle benefits via prevailing wage.

• Handle payroll for a mid-sized team, ensuring all details are accurate and up to date.

• Address and resolve any payroll-related inquiries or issues in a timely and professional manner.

• Maintain, update, and organize employee payroll records.

• Ensure all payroll activities adhere to state and federal regulations.

• Stay updated with current technologies, trends, and best practices in payroll processing. Requirements • Possession of a minimum of 2 years of experience in payroll management or a related field.

• Proficiency in using Paylocity software.

• Comprehensive knowledge of Certified Payroll practices.

• Familiarity with Benefit Functions, including understanding the intricacies of employee benefits and how they affect payroll.

• Understanding and experience with Prevailing Wage calculations.

• Possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to handle multiple tasks.

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team-based environment.

• High degree of professionalism and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

• Ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure.

• Familiarity with labor laws and regulations related to payroll.

• Bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related field would be advantageous.

• Certification as a Payroll Professional (CPP) would be beneficial.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

• Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems related to 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.

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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.

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