Payroll Clerk

Description We are looking for a Payroll Clerk to join our team in Cleveland, Ohio. This Contract to permanent position offers an excellent opportunity to showcase your payroll expertise while collaborating with a dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and proficiency in tools like Excel, PowerPoint, and Smart Sheet.

Responsibilities:

- Process payroll accurately and efficiently for employees, adhering to company procedures and deadlines.

- Handle payroll-related tasks such as garnishments, deductions, and benefits adjustments.

- Collaborate with team members to address payroll discrepancies and ensure accuracy.

- Provide excellent customer support, resolving payroll-related inquiries with attention to detail.

- Utilize tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, and Smart Sheet to generate reports and manage payroll data.

- Maintain records and documentation for compliance and auditing purposes.

- Validate parking-related reimbursements and handle associated administrative tasks.

- Assist in improving payroll processes and workflows to enhance efficiency.

- Ensure confidentiality and security of sensitive employee data. Requirements - Proficiency in payroll processing, including full-cycle payroll for medium-sized employee groups.

- Experience handling payroll garnishments and deductions.

- Strong skills in Excel, PowerPoint, and Smart Sheet for data analysis and reporting.

- Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.

- Ability to collaborate effectively with team members and provide exceptional customer service.

- Knowledge of payroll compliance regulations and standards.

- Demonstrates a detail-oriented approach with attention to accuracy.

- Previous experience in a similar payroll role is preferred.

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  for more information.

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