Payroll & HR Clerk

Description Position Overview Our client in Albany, NY is seeking a Payroll & HR Administrator on a temp-to-hire basis. This role will initially focus on payroll processing and will expand into broader HR responsibilities over time. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a growing HR/payroll environment. Payroll Responsibilities Enter and maintain employee time records for approximately 100 non-union employees Input time data into VPoint Convert and import payroll data into ConnectPay Partner with the payroll provider, who handles backend payroll processing Ensure payroll accuracy and timely submission Maintain payroll records and assist with payroll-related inquiries HR Responsibilities Support HR policies and procedures in compliance with state and federal regulations Assist with HR compliance initiatives Support benefits administration, including insurance and 401(k) plans Maintain employee records and HR documentation Provide general HR administrative support as needed Requirements Qualifications Prior payroll experience required Basic understanding of HR functions and compliance preferred Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Comfortable learning new systems and software Ability to handle confidential information with discretion 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) .