Payroll Clerk at Robert Half

We are looking for a skilled Payroll Clerk to join our team in Columbia, South Carolina. This is a long-term contract position offering an excellent opportunity to contribute to payroll operations during a busy and dynamic period. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in payroll processes and demonstrate the ability to manage salary adjustments, timecards, and garnishments effectively.

Responsibilities:
• Process bi-weekly payroll accurately and efficiently, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Manage salary adjustments and merit increases, handling updates with precision.
• Maintain employee payroll records, including data entry and corrections as needed.
• Handle garnishments and deductions in compliance with applicable laws and company policies.
• Review and validate timecards for accuracy prior to payroll submission.
• Support payroll-related transactions, including resolving discrepancies and answering employee inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with payroll regulations and internal policies.
• Collaborate with HR and leadership to address payroll-related needs during peak periods.
• Assist in maintaining payroll software systems and making necessary updates.
• Provide general administrative support to the payroll department as required.• Proven experience in payroll processing, preferably for organizations with 100-500 employees.
• Strong knowledge of full-cycle payroll procedures and compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with payroll software systems, such as iSolved, is highly desirable.
• Ability to manage garnishments and deductions with attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work efficiently during high-demand periods.
• Effective communication skills to address payroll inquiries and collaborate with team members.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, for payroll-related tasks.
• Availability to work on-site and commit to 15-30 hours per week, depending on workload.