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Payroll Administrator

Robert Half
Rapids, IA Temporary
POSTED ON 3/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/16/2028

We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join our team on a contract basis. In this role, you will manage payroll processes for a multi-state workforce, ensuring compliance and accuracy in all transactions. This position is based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and requires expertise in handling payroll for 100 employees.


Responsibilities:

• Process full-cycle payroll for employees across multiple states, ensuring timely and accurate payments.

• Manage payroll for a workforce of 100 employees, maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations.

• Calculate and process union dues accurately, adhering to applicable agreements and regulations.

• Monitor payroll records for discrepancies and resolve issues promptly.

• Ensure compliance with tax laws, labor regulations, and organizational policies.

• Generate payroll reports and provide insights to management as required.

• Collaborate with HR and finance teams to maintain accurate employee records.



• Proven experience in full-cycle payroll processing.

• Expertise in managing payroll for multi-state employees.

• Knowledge of payroll for union employees is a plus.

• Ability to calculate and manage payroll tax, contributions, and withholdings.

• Strong understanding of payroll compliance and regulations.

• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

• Effective communication and collaboration 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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