About the Payroll Clerk Role

Join a dynamic team through Robert Half as a Payroll Clerk in Eugene, Oregon. Bridget Killen from Robert Half is actively recruiting a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist with certified payroll expertise for a reputable company serving over 400 employees. This full-time position is pivotal in maintaining seamless payroll operations, ensuring 100% compliance with state and federal regulations, including critical certified payroll mandates for government contracts. If you're passionate about precision in payroll processing, wage compliance, and supporting a collaborative work environment, this opportunity in Eugene, OR, offers stability, competitive pay around $55,000 annually, and excellent benefits.

In this role, you'll handle biweekly payroll cycles for a large workforce, manage complex certified payroll reporting like Prevailing Wage and Davis-Bacon Act requirements, and act as the go-to expert for employee payroll questions. The position demands a proactive approach to verifying timesheets, deductions, PTO accruals, and benefits, while partnering with HR and Accounting to resolve any issues swiftly. With Eugene's growing job market for payroll professionals, this role stands out for its emphasis on certified payroll experience, making it ideal for seasoned specialists seeking long-term career growth.

Key Responsibilities

Core Payroll Processing

Accurately process biweekly payroll for 400+ employees, guaranteeing timely payments and full adherence to federal, state, and local laws. This includes calculating wages, overtime, and all applicable deductions to prevent errors and delays.

Certified Payroll Expertise

Oversee certified payroll obligations for government projects, ensuring precise wage compliance, detailed reporting, and timely submissions under regulations like Davis-Bacon and Prevailing Wage laws. Your expertise will be crucial for maintaining contract eligibility.

Employee Support and Verification

Review timesheets, PTO requests, benefit enrollments, garnishments, and withholdings. Provide exceptional customer service by addressing employee inquiries promptly and accurately, fostering trust and satisfaction.

Collaboration and Compliance

Work closely with HR and Accounting teams to reconcile payroll data, investigate discrepancies, and prepare for audits. Maintain meticulous payroll records in line with confidentiality standards and regulatory demands, generating reports as needed.

Required Qualifications

To excel as a Payroll Clerk with Robert Half in Eugene, Oregon, candidates need 3+ years of comprehensive payroll processing in medium to large organizations handling 500+ employees. Hands-on experience with certified payroll—such as Prevailing Wage, Davis-Bacon reporting, or similar—is non-negotiable. You must possess in-depth knowledge of payroll laws, wage and hour regulations, and industry best practices.

Proficiency with payroll software like ADP, Paychex, or equivalents is essential, alongside outstanding organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and strong communication abilities. A commitment to discretion with sensitive employee data is paramount. Ideal candidates thrive in fast-paced settings, balancing multiple deadlines while delivering high accuracy.

Why Join Us?

This Payroll Clerk position offers more than just a job—it's a gateway to a stable career with a company that values its people. Enjoy 100% employer-covered healthcare premiums for employees, with 50% coverage for dependents. Start with 2 weeks of PTO and benefit from a robust 401(k) with 5% company match. Located in vibrant Eugene, Oregon, United States, you'll contribute to a collaborative culture near the University of Oregon, with access to outdoor adventures and a thriving professional community.

Robert Half specializes in placing top talent in payroll clerk jobs across Oregon, and this role is perfect for certified payroll experts ready to advance. With salaries competitive at approximately $55,000, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth, apply today via Bridget Killen. Keywords: payroll clerk Eugene OR, certified payroll jobs, ADP payroll specialist, Davis-Bacon compliance careers. Don't miss this chance for payroll excellence in the Pacific Northwest!