Description Robert Half is looking for a Payroll Administrator with dynamic communication and problem-solving skills who can process payroll effectively and efficiently for a company in the Government industry. You could advance your career in a fast-paced environment. Contact us today if you're interested. The Payroll Administrator opportunity will be located in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina as a long-term contract / temporary to hire role.What you get to do every day
Able to reconcile employee deductions and other liabilities
Perform other tasks as necessary
Using federal and state regulations and guidelines, ensure company compliance
Manage payroll information requests and questions
Maintaining payroll operations by following policies and procedures; reporting needed changes
Offer proper review and verification of source documents
Help payroll manage all internal and external audits
Resolving payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information
Handle payroll record updates by keeping changes in exemptions, insurance coverage, savings deductions, and job title and department/division transfers
Put together summaries of employer social security, unemployment, and worker compensation payments and employee federal and state income and social security taxes to calculate all payroll liabilities
Put together for department heads the circulation of weekly, monthly, quarterly, and year-end reports
Secure confidential payroll operation information and maintain employee confidence
Compile all information in reference to summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, disability, and nontaxable wages for reports
Collect, calculate, and enter relevant data to maintain payroll records
Requirements
Experience in ADP and Oracle
Previous experience using accounting software
Knowledgeable of basic accounting principles and solid financial acumen
Relevant experience of 2+ years in payroll
Proficiency in Microsoft Office with strong Excel skills
Experience with high volume data entry
Excellent analytical, quantitative and social skills
Mastery of federal and state payroll regulations and requirements
Proficient with high volume multi-state payroll, billing, licensing, AP, etc.
Expertise with internal controls
Foundational knowledge in Payroll Functions
Deep understanding of payroll for over 500 employees
Payroll tax experience
Adeptness in Process Payroll
Payroll experience desired
Demonstrated knowledge of Reconcile Payroll
General familiarity with W2
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) .