Payroll Administrator

Description We are looking for a dependable Payroll Administrator to support accurate and compliant payroll operations for a multi-state workforce in Fishers, Indiana. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who brings strong payroll expertise, sound judgment with confidential information, and a consistent focus on precision. The position will partner with HR and accounting to keep employee pay, tax handling, and payroll records organized and up to date.

Responsibilities:

- Administer payroll for employees in multiple states on recurring schedules, including weekly, biweekly, and semi-monthly cycles.

- Verify pay data by reviewing time records, earnings, deductions, benefit elections, garnishments, and tax withholding details before each payroll run.

- Update employee payroll information for hires, departures, compensation adjustments, promotions, and status changes.

- Monitor payroll practices to ensure alignment with federal, state, and local regulations, including wage and hour requirements.

- Prepare and reconcile payroll reports, supporting monthly close activities and year-end tasks such as wage statement processing.

- Coordinate payroll tax activities and work with external payroll service providers when needed to maintain timely and accurate filings.

- Respond to employee questions related to payroll, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues promptly and professionally.

- Safeguard sensitive payroll and employee information while maintaining complete and accurate documentation.

- Provide payroll-related reporting and records support to internal HR and accounting teams as requested. Requirements - At least 3 years of hands-on experience managing payroll processing.

- Proven experience handling payroll for employees across multiple states.

- Working knowledge of payroll tax rules, wage and hour requirements, and broader payroll compliance standards.

- Experience using payroll platforms such as ADP Workforce Now, Paychex, Kronos, Paylocity, or comparable systems.

- Strong Excel skills with the ability to review data, reconcile information, and support reporting needs.

- Demonstrated accuracy, organization, and attention to detail in payroll administration.

- Effective communication and problem-solving abilities when addressing payroll questions and discrepancies.

- Certified Payroll certification or a similar credential is helpful but not required.

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 ()  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  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 ()  and Privacy Notice () .