Payroll Specialist

Our team is continuously connecting with skilled Payroll Specialists in the Birmingham, Alabama area for upcoming opportunities with our clients. Are you interested in future contract, contract-to permanent roles? We regularly partner with companies seeking payroll and accounting talent to support critical business operations, and payroll specialist/administrator roles are among the positions shaping hiring strategies and seeing consistent demand.

Responsibilities May Include:

• Processing payroll accurately and on schedule
• Maintaining payroll records and employee pay data
• Reviewing timesheets, deductions, garnishments, and benefit withholdings
• Assisting with payroll tax reporting and compliance
• Reconciling payroll accounts and resolving discrepancies
• Responding to employee questions related to pay, deductions, and payroll processing
• Supporting audits and internal accounting controls

Qualifications:

• Experience in payroll processing, payroll administration, or related accounting support
• Knowledge of payroll procedures, deductions, and compliance requirements
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage deadlines and handle sensitive information professionally
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of payroll management and internal accounting controls 

Compensation

About Us

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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