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Payroll Administrator

Robert Half
Templeton, CA Temporary
POSTED ON 12/12/2025 CLOSED ON 1/6/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Administrator position at Robert Half?

We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join our team in Templeton, California. In this long-term contract position, you will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations. This is a great opportunity to contribute to a dynamic organization and work closely with the Human Resources team.

Responsibilities:
• Manage the end-to-end payroll process, including data entry, calculations, and distribution for employees across multiple states.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.
• Utilize ADP Workforce Now to process payroll efficiently and accurately.
• Handle payroll for a workforce ranging from 101 to 500 employees, maintaining precision and confidentiality.
• Address and resolve payroll-related inquiries and discrepancies promptly.
• Collaborate with the Human Resources team to ensure employee records are up-to-date and aligned with payroll requirements.
• Generate and review payroll reports to verify accuracy and identify potential issues.
• Stay informed about changes in payroll laws and regulations to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Support audits and reporting requirements by providing necessary payroll documentation.
• Proven experience managing full-cycle payroll processes.
• Familiarity with multi-state payroll regulations and compliance.
• Expertise in handling payroll for medium-sized organizations (101-500 employees).
• Proficiency in using ADP Workforce Now or similar payroll systems.
• Strong understanding of payroll laws, tax regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Effective communication skills to address payroll-related inquiries and collaborate with team members.

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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