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Robert Half Senior Payroll Specialist in Des Moines, Iowa

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Robert Half is currently working with a client looking to fill a Senior Payroll position. This Senior Payroll position will be responsible for work on tax-related tasks, such as W2 forms, preparing reports and updating policies, and will help achieve standards that are necessary for growth within the financial department. If you are a dynamic Payroll Manager with excellent communication, proven leadership, and are deadline driven, this may be the role for you.

Key responsibilities

  • Collaborate with accounting and Human Resources (HR) teams

  • Supervise and coach payroll clerks and assistants

  • Handle payroll tax audits and collaborate with auditors

  • Create reports and ensure accuracy of records

  • Develop systems to process payroll account transactions (e.g., salaries, benefits, garnishments, deductions, taxes and third-party payments)

  • Supervise system upgrades and the processing of payroll changes (e.g., new hires, terminations, raises)

  • Comply with internal policies and relevant laws

  • Coordinate timekeeping and payroll systems

  • Resolve issues and answer payroll-related questions

    Requirements - Knowledge in compliance

  • Knowledge of payroll applications

  • CPP, CPM, or other related professional certifications is a plus

  • Trained in handling confidential business matters and information with discretion

  • 2+ years of proven leadership experience as a payroll manager or similar role

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills

  • 5+ years of payroll experience

  • Organizational and leadership skills

  • Knowledge of current payroll procedures and related laws

  • Excellent understanding of multi-location payroll and taxes

  • Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Human Resources or related field

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.

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