Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Newport Beach, California. This role is essential to ensuring accurate payroll processing, benefits administration, and data validation for a dynamic and growing organization. The ideal candidate will have strong initiative, adaptability, and the ability to evaluate processes and suggest improvements. Responsibilities: • Process payroll for approximately 250 employees across 55 offices, including corporate staff. • Support the implementation of the Paychex system, ensuring readiness for the first pay date in January. • Assist with benefits administration and open enrollment processes. • Audit and validate payroll data and related processes, providing recommendations for improvement. • Manage ad-hoc projects as assigned to support payroll, benefits, and HR functions. • Evaluate current practices and suggest best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Requirements • Proven experience in full-cycle payroll processing. • Familiarity with Paychex and system implementation processes. • Knowledge of open enrollment and benefits administration. • Proficiency in Sage software is preferred. • Strong analytical skills with the ability to audit and improve processes. • Self-starter with excellent adaptability and initiative. • Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills. 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 including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company’s 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources. © 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) .