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Payroll Administrator

Robert Half
Carnegie, PA Temporary
POSTED ON 12/13/2025 CLOSED ON 1/9/2026

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

We are looking for a dedicated Payroll Administrator to join our team on a long-term contract basis. In this position, you will handle payroll operations for a diverse workforce in both unionized and non-unionized environments. Based in Carnegie, Pennsylvania, this role offers a hybrid work schedule with a mix of onsite and remote days.

Responsibilities:
• Process payroll for approximately 500 employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Manage both weekly and biweekly payroll cycles, maintaining timely distribution of payments.
• Handle payroll operations for multi-state employees, adhering to state-specific regulations.
• Utilize ADP Workforce Now to execute payroll tasks efficiently.
• Collaborate with HR and accounting teams to resolve payroll discrepancies and address employee concerns.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and tax regulations in all payroll processes.
• Maintain detailed records of payroll transactions for auditing and reporting purposes.
• Support union and non-union payroll needs, ensuring fair and consistent practices.
• Provide insights and recommendations for improving payroll systems and operations.
• Proven experience in full-cycle payroll processing.
• Knowledge of multi-state payroll regulations and requirements.
• Experience managing payroll for 101-500 employees.
• Proficiency in ADP Workforce Now or similar payroll systems.
• Strong understanding of payroll compliance, including tax laws and labor regulations.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Effective problem-solving skills for handling payroll-related issues.

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.



© 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.

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