Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Analyst to join our team in Dallas, Texas. In this long-term contract position, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance and accuracy in payroll tax processes, reporting, and reconciliation, while continuously seeking opportunities to enhance procedures. This role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and collaboration with multiple teams to meet regulatory standards and drive process improvements. Responsibilities: • Ensure timely and accurate preparation and submission of monthly, quarterly, and annual government payroll tax filings, including W-2 and W-2C distributions. • Conduct comprehensive analysis and reconciliation of payroll processes, including multi-state taxation, garnishments, levies, benefit deductions, and compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations. • Verify and update payroll system settings to reflect current federal, state, and local tax rates and regulatory requirements. • Investigate and resolve tax inquiries, agency notices, and audits in a timely and accurate manner, providing clear communication to internal and external stakeholders. • Process wage and tax adjustments for various payroll components, including state income tax withholding, unemployment taxes, and federal withholding. • Collaborate on payroll-related projects, including system testing, implementations, and documentation of standard operating procedures. • Manage tax account registrations, closures, and Power of Attorney assignments for third-party administrators. • Support compliance for employees working across multiple states, including remote workers, by ensuring accurate tax reporting. • Partner with accounting teams on month-end close activities, including reconciliations, accruals, and payroll journal entries. • Identify and implement opportunities to optimize payroll processes, leveraging Workday capabilities and staying informed on industry best practices. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. • Proven experience in payroll administration, including compliance with multi-state tax regulations. • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word. • Familiarity with payroll systems and tools, such as Workday. • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail. • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. • Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with internal teams and external agencies. • Knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax laws and regulations. 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) .