Description We are looking for a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our team in New York, New York on a contract basis. In this role, you will oversee payroll, benefits, and rewards administration while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. If you have a passion for enhancing employee experiences and a commitment to delivering exceptional service, this opportunity is for you. Responsibilities: • Manage payroll, benefits, equity, and rewards administration, acting as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries. • Build and nurture strong relationships across departments to foster collaboration and trust. • Identify opportunities for improving systems, processes, and procedures to enhance operational efficiency. • Provide employees with guidance and resources to address payroll and benefits-related concerns effectively. • Prepare and present detailed management reports on a weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis. • Ensure compliance with employment laws and best practices related to payroll and benefits. • Lead annual open enrollment programs and propose strategies for new benefit initiatives. • Administer wellness programs and employee rewards in partnership with external vendors. • Process multi-state payroll accurately and on time, adhering to all regulatory requirements. • Collaborate with payroll providers and tax vendors to ensure accurate reporting and timely tax payments. Requirements • Proven experience in full-cycle payroll and multi-state payroll processing. • Proficiency in payroll systems such as ADP Workforce Now and Paylocity. • Strong understanding of benefits administration and compensation analysis. • Familiarity with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations. • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to address employee inquiries. • Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and accuracy in all payroll-related tasks. • Experience reconciling benefits billing and preparing year-end payroll reports. 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) .