Description We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Specialist to join our team in Dallas, Texas. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for a large, multi-state workforce. This position requires strong analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with employees and management. Responsibilities: • Process biweekly payroll for employees across multiple states, ensuring accuracy and compliance. • Manage all payroll transactions, including wages, overtime, bonuses, commissions, and deductions. • Maintain accurate payroll records and prepare detailed reports for internal use and audits. • Reconcile payroll data before final submission to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies. • Assist employees with time and labor inquiries, providing prompt and confidential support. • Validate and process new hires, terminations, and employee changes in the payroll system to ensure accurate payments. • Perform month-end payroll reconciliations and assist with year-end payroll activities. • Support internal and external payroll audits by providing required documentation and reports. • Collaborate with department managers to address payroll-related concerns and ensure smooth operations. • Take on additional payroll-related duties as assigned. Requirements • Associate’s degree or at least 2 years of payroll experience. • Proven ability to process payroll for 500+ employees, including multi-state payroll. • Strong knowledge of payroll systems; experience with Paylocity and NetSuite is preferred. • Familiarity with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel at an intermediate level or higher. • Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail. • Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with employees and management. • Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy. 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) .