Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join our team in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This role involves managing payroll processes, supporting human resources functions, and ensuring compliance with labor laws and company policies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in payroll administration and a passion for maintaining accuracy and efficiency. Responsibilities: • Process weekly payroll for both field and office employees using payroll software, ensuring timeliness and accuracy. • Maintain and verify employee time records to ensure compliance with company standards. • Administer wage garnishments, benefits deductions, and other payroll-related adjustments. • Ensure timely completion of payroll taxes, direct deposits, and required filings. • Assist in recruiting and onboarding new hires, including conducting background checks and preparing necessary paperwork. • Manage employee files, certifications, and training records, ensuring they are up-to-date and organized. • Support the performance review process and track deadlines for employee trainings. • Coordinate benefits enrollment and address employee inquiries regarding healthcare, retirement plans, and other benefits. • Ensure compliance with labor laws, organizational requirements, and internal company policies. • Provide occasional administrative support to the front office and participate in cross-training for other roles. Requirements • Minimum of 3 years of experience in payroll administration or a related field. • Proficiency in full-cycle payroll processing and certified payroll practices. • Strong knowledge of benefits administration, including healthcare and retirement plans. • Familiarity with labor laws and regulations, ensuring compliance in all processes. • Experience with employee timesheets, wage garnishments, and tax filings. • Ability to handle onboarding tasks, including background checks and new employee documentation. • Excellent organizational skills to manage employee records, certifications, and training. • Strong communication skills to effectively address employee 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. 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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .