Description Our client is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join our team on a long-term contract in Hunterdon County, New Jersey. In this role, you will oversee full-cycle payroll operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance for a multi-state workforce. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals experienced in handling payroll for large employee populations. Responsibilities: • Manage full-cycle payroll processes, including data entry, calculations, and distribution, for a multi-state workforce. • Ensure payroll compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. • Utilize ADP Workforce Now to execute payroll functions efficiently and accurately. • Process payroll for over 500 employees, maintaining precision and timeliness. • Address and resolve payroll discrepancies, providing clear communication to employees. • Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to ensure seamless integration of payroll data. • Prepare and submit reports related to payroll activities and audits. • Stay up to date with changes in payroll laws and regulations to implement necessary adjustments. • Handle employee inquiries regarding payroll and resolve issues with professionalism. • Assist in payroll system updates or upgrades as needed. Requirements • Proven experience managing full-cycle payroll operations. • Demonstrated ability to process payroll for large employee populations, ideally over 500 employees. • Strong knowledge of payroll compliance regulations at federal, state, and local levels. • Excellent problem-solving skills to address payroll issues and discrepancies. • Effective communication skills to liaise with employees and internal teams. • Detail-oriented with the ability to manage deadlines and ensure accuracy. 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) .