Description If you want to work as part of a dynamic, fast-growing team, Robert Half's new Payroll Clerk opening might be right for you! In this role, your primary responsibilities will consist of providing support to the Payroll department in a variety of duties, including data entry, reconciliation of timecards, paycheck distribution and providing statements to various departments. This position would suit an individual with excellent communication skills who will be expected to effectively interact between teams, such as the internal team and outside customers. Are you looking for a position that offers plenty of career growth opportunity and allows you to work with an industry leader? This Payroll Clerk position may be for you! A Payroll Clerk opportunity, based in the Highland, New York area, has become available on a long-term contract basis.Key responsibilities
Build and run custom reports
Correspond with employees via email and phone to garner approvals on timesheets
Deliver instruction/training to employees regarding the use of payroll-related systems including entry of timesheets, online access of pay statements, etc.
Data entry into spreadsheets and the payroll system
Build a system of administering and distributing reports
Update data into spreadsheets and the payroll system
Conduct clerical duties such as filing, scanning, faxing, photocopying, etc.
Requirements - Previous payroll experience
Excellent oral and written communications skills
Payroll software experience is a plus
Reconciliations experience highly preferred
Demonstrated knowledge of auditing
Experience with taxes
Proficiency in Monthly Basis
Payroll experience required
Comprehension of Bookkeeping Functions
Terminations experience desired
Background working with scanning
Adeptness in scheduling
Placement experience preferred
Invoice experience
Payment Processing experience
Prior experience with authorizations
Human Resources (HR) Administration experience
Practical knowledge of Hiring Processes
Schedule Interviews experience highly desired
Earlier work involving Onboarding
General familiarity with Benefit Functions
Hands-on experience with labeling
Previous experience working with filing
Comprehensive knowledge of training
Expertise in Health Care
Foundational knowledge in Wages
Payroll Functions experience highly valued
Good understanding of Revenue Accounting
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are a must
Experience with high volume data entry
Ability to easily learn new systems
Great attention to detail
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) .