About the Payroll Specialist Role at Robert Half

Join Robert Half as a Payroll Specialist in New Rochelle, New York, and become a vital part of our dynamic finance team. Robert Half is a global leader in professional services, specializing in accounting, finance, and administrative staffing solutions. We pride ourselves on connecting top talent with exceptional career opportunities. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of approximately $60,000 per year, along with comprehensive benefits tailored to support your professional growth and work-life balance.

As a Payroll Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for our clients' employees. Located in the vibrant city of New Rochelle, NY—just minutes from New York City—this role provides the perfect blend of suburban tranquility and urban accessibility. If you have a keen eye for detail, strong knowledge of payroll regulations, and a passion for process optimization, this opportunity at Robert Half is designed for you. Our Payroll Specialists are the backbone of seamless financial operations, handling everything from timesheet verification to compliance reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll for all employees, including regular wages, overtime, bonuses, and special payments, ensuring 100% accuracy and timeliness.
• Review timesheets, punch records, and wage computations daily to identify and resolve discrepancies before payroll runs.
• Maintain up-to-date employee records in advanced payroll systems like ADP Workforce Now or Paychex, including personal data, tax withholdings, and benefit enrollments.
• Generate detailed payroll reports for management, finance teams, and external auditors, providing insights into labor costs and trends.
• Calculate complex deductions such as federal/state taxes, health insurance premiums, 401(k) contributions, and court-ordered garnishments.
• Ensure full compliance with FLSA, NY state labor laws, IRS regulations, and company policies to mitigate risks.
• Provide prompt, empathetic responses to employee payroll inquiries via phone, email, or in-person, resolving issues efficiently.
• Collaborate closely with HR for onboarding new hires, processing terminations, and managing status changes that impact payroll.
• Support year-end tasks including W-2 preparation, 1099 filings, and reconciliation of quarterly tax returns.
• Identify inefficiencies in payroll workflows and implement automation tools or process improvements to boost productivity.

Required Qualifications for Success

To excel as our Payroll Specialist, you need a solid foundation in payroll fundamentals combined with hands-on experience. Ideal candidates bring 2-5 years in payroll processing, proficiency in popular software platforms, and a certification like CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) or FPC (Fundamental Payroll Certification). Key skills include payroll processing, tax compliance, data management, and analytical problem-solving. A bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, or a related field is preferred but equivalent experience is valued.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Expertise in payroll software (ADP, Paychex, QuickBooks Payroll)
• In-depth knowledge of federal, New York State, and local tax laws
• Exceptional attention to detail and numerical accuracy
• Strong organizational skills for managing high-volume data
• Excellent communication for employee and interdepartmental interactions
• Proven ability to handle confidential information discreetly
• Familiarity with benefits administration and garnishments
• Experience with multi-state payroll is a plus

We seek detail-oriented professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments and are committed to continuous learning in evolving payroll regulations.

Why Join Robert Half?

At Robert Half, we invest in your success. Enjoy a competitive $60,000 salary, medical/dental/vision coverage, 401(k) with matching, generous PTO, and tuition reimbursement for certifications. Our New Rochelle office fosters collaboration with modern facilities and hybrid options. Grow your career through mentorship, training, and internal promotions—many of our leaders started in roles like this. Be part of a company recognized as a Fortune 500 leader with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

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