Payroll Specialist
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Job overview
Robert Half Accountemps is hiring a Payroll Specialist. Robert Half seeks experienced Payroll Specialists for contract roles with local clients in Mount Vernon, WA, focusing on payroll processing, employee record maintenance, reporting, and compliance using UKG, while providing support for audits, year‑end tasks, and employee inquiries.
Key focus areas include Process payroll accurately and on schedule using UKG, Maintain and update employee payroll records in UKG, and Review payroll data for accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
Important skills include UKG, Payroll, Employee Record Maintenance, Reporting, Compliance Functions, and Payroll Data Review.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
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Full job description
Description
Robert Half is seeking experienced Payroll Specialists for contract opportunities with clients in Mount Vernon, WA. Our clients in the local area frequently seek experienced Payroll Specialists with UKG experience to support payroll processing, employee record maintenance, reporting, and compliance functions. These are ongoing contract postings intended to connect with qualified professionals for current and future opportunities in the local market. Based on general knowledge.
Key Responsibilities:
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Process payroll accurately and on schedule using UKG
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Maintain and update employee payroll records in UKG
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Review payroll data for accuracy and resolve discrepancies
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Support payroll reporting, audits, and reconciliations
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Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
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Respond to employee payroll questions and provide timely support
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Assist with year-end payroll processing and related documentation
Requirements
Qualifications:
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2+ years of payroll processing experience
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Experience using UKG required
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Strong understanding of payroll laws, regulations, and compliance practices
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Proficiency with Excel and payroll reporting
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High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
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Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
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.
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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.
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