Description We are looking for a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our team in Dallas, Texas. In this Contract-to-Permanent position, you will play a vital role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for a large workforce. This role requires strong attention to detail, expertise in payroll operations, and familiarity with tax reporting and compliance. Responsibilities: • Process bi-weekly payroll for over 700 employees in compliance with company policies and regulations. • Manage onboarding and terminations on a bi-weekly basis using Workday. • Perform reconciliation of employee changes in Workday. • Handle deductions for child support, garnishments, and other mandatory contributions. • Prepare and file monthly and quarterly reports for state, local, and unemployment taxes. • Oversee unemployment claims and ensure timely responses. • Update and maintain employee retirement contributions and records. • Ensure compliance with multi-state payroll regulations and reporting requirements. • Collaborate with the accounting team to reconcile payroll data with the general ledger. Requirements • Minimum of 3 years of experience in full-cycle payroll operations. • Proficiency in managing payroll for large organizations with over 500 employees. • Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll processes and tax regulations. • Experience with payroll systems such as Workday and CMiC. • Familiarity with handling garnishments, deductions, and unemployment claims. • Ability to reconcile payroll data and prepare accurate tax reports. • Solid understanding of local and federal payroll tax laws. • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. 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) .