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    We are offering an exciting opportunity in Cranston, Rhode Island, for a Human Resources Payroll Administrator. This role combines HR administration and payroll processing, serving as the primary contact for employee inquiries. You will also be tasked with various administrative duties and will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy of weekly payroll. PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A 100% IN-OFFICE ROLE.


    Responsibilities:

    • Accurately and timely processing of weekly payroll for salary, office hourly, and union payrolls.

    • Handling payroll deductions including taxes, benefits, garnishments, child support, union dues, and others on a weekly basis.

    • Stay updated with regulatory, tax, and compliance laws that directly impact payroll processing.

    • Preparing manual checks for employees when necessary.

    • Ensuring synchronization between ERP system and payroll system after each payroll run, resolving discrepancies within the same week.

    • Ensuring that all relevant federal and state payroll tax filings are reconciled, verified, and tied out to payroll records.

    • Collaborating with external auditors on payroll-related topics.

    • Preparing month-end workpapers associated with accrued payroll, accrued bonus, and accrued vacation, specifically handling paid time off accruals and ensuring proper reconciliations and detailed support back to the general ledger.

    • Managing lay off, pay off payroll processing cycle, mainly related to union employees.

    • Handling all union-related tasks such as reporting, union deductions and dues, and ensuring conformity with the union collective bargaining agreement.

    • Collaborating with third party partners to ensure the certified union payroll by job is accurate and complete.


    • Experience with processing Certified Payroll is strongly desired


    • Experience with ADP Workforce Now is a must.


    • Familiarity with 401k - RRSP Administration is necessary.


    • Prior experience in Auditing is desirable.


    • Ability to handle Benefit Functions efficiently is required.


    • Experience with AIA Billing is preferable

    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. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. 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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