Payroll Administrator

DescriptionWe are looking for a Payroll Administrator to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a multi-state employee population in Waldwick, New Jersey. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage end-to-end payroll processing, maintain compliance with payroll regulations, and resolve payroll-related issues with precision. The role requires strong hands-on experience with payroll systems and the ability to handle payroll for an organization with 101 to 500 employees.Responsibilities:- Process end-to-end payroll for employees across multiple states, ensuring wages, deductions, and taxes are calculated correctly and delivered on schedule.- Maintain payroll records and audit payroll data regularly to confirm accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.- Use an in house payroll system to manage payroll transactions, review system inputs, and address discrepancies before final payroll submission.- Coordinate payroll updates involving new hires, terminations, compensation changes, bonuses, and other employee status adjustments.- Respond to employee questions related to pay, tax withholdings, deductions, and payroll corrections in a timely and thorough manner.- ARequirements - Demonstrated experience managing full-cycle payroll from data review through final processing and reporting.- Strong background in administering payroll for employees working in multiple states.- Experience handling payroll for organizations with an employee population ranging from 101 to 500 staff members.- Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now and confidence navigating payroll systems independently.- Solid understanding of payroll practices, tax withholding requirements, and payroll record accuracy.- High level of attention to detail, organizational ability, and problem-solving skills in a deadline-driven environment.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.2025 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) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .