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Robert Half Payroll Clerk in Albany, New York
Description
Rachel Miller at Robert Half is partnering with a client on a Payroll Clerk. The selected candidate will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll, maintaining records, and addressing any payroll-related inquiries. This role is crucial to ensure the smooth operation of the HR department and the overall financial health of the company.
Responsibilities:
• Prepare and process bi-weekly, semi-monthly, or monthly payrolls for all employees
• Enter and verify payroll data, including employee hours, bonuses, commissions, and deductions
• Calculate and prepare federal, state, and local payroll taxes, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations
• Manage payroll-related benefits, including retirement plans, health insurance, and other deductions
• Generate payroll reports for management, finance, and HR departments
• Address and resolve employee inquiries and discrepancies related to payroll
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date payroll records and documentation
• Utilize accounting software systems, such as ADP, Ceridian, and IBM AS/400, for payroll processing
• Perform accounting functions related to payroll and check processing
• Handle benefit functions related to payroll.
Requirements • Familiarity with Accounting Software Systems is essential
• Experience with ADP - Financial Services is desirable
• Proficiency in using Ceridian software
• Knowledge of IBM AS/400 system
• Familiarity with Kronos Timekeeping System and About Time
• Ability to handle Accounting Functions professionally
• Experience in managing Accounts Payable (AP)
• Understanding of Benefit Functions
• Ability to process checks in a timely and accurate manner
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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