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Payroll Administrator

Robert Half
Portland, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 12/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/19/2028

Sara Walker with Robert Half is looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join our team in Portland, Oregon. This role involves overseeing payroll processes for a large workforce in a multi-state corporate environment. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in payroll systems, tax regulations, and employee support, ensuring smooth and accurate payroll operations.


Responsibilities:

• Manage semi-monthly payroll processing for over 800 employees using Ceridian Dayforce.

• Audit and verify automated timesheets to ensure accuracy and compliance.

• Address and resolve discrepancies related to time data and payroll calculations.

• Handle garnishments, payroll tax filings, and other complex payroll functions.

• Process final pay for departing employees in accordance with company policies and regulations.

• Respond promptly to employee inquiries concerning payroll, taxes, and timesheets.

• Ensure compliance with multi-state payroll regulations and tax requirements.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain payroll accuracy and resolve issues.

• Maintain detailed records of payroll activities and ensure data confidentiality.


Please reach out to Sara Walker with Robert Half to review this position. Job Order: 03600-0013282702



• Minimum of 3 years of experience in complex payroll processing.
• Proficiency in using Ceridian Dayforce or similar payroll systems.
• Strong knowledge of payroll taxes and garnishment processes.
• Experience working with automated timesheets and auditing time data.
• Ability to manage multi-state payroll requirements and compliance regulations.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills to address employee concerns and collaborate with teams.
• Ability to work in a hybrid schedule, including regular full days onsite in Portland, Oregon.

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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