Posted August 21, 2026
Payroll Specialist
Robert Half
Campbell, OH, US
Full Time
23.75USD - 27.5USD per hour
Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join a construction and contractor organization on a contract-to-permanent basis. In this onsite role, you will oversee payroll activities for a union workforce, maintain accurate employee and deduction records, and help ensure payroll and benefits are administered in line with applicable policies and regulations. This position is ideal for someone who combines strong payroll knowledge with careful attention to detail and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
Responsibilities:
• Manage weekly or biweekly payroll processing for union employees, including both standard payroll runs and manual adjustments as needed.
• Keep employee payroll data accurate and up to date by reviewing records, entering changes, and maintaining information within the payroll system.
• Adjust payroll system settings to reflect union agreements, overtime calculations, and required deductions.
• Oversee benefit-related payroll activities such as retirement contributions, health plan updates, and employee support related to enrollments and deductions.
• Administer garnishments, child support orders, and other required withholdings while following federal and state requirements.
• Partner with Human Resources, Benefits, and Finance teams to investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies or employee concerns.
• Prepare and review payroll reports to identify issues, support audits, and confirm compliance with internal and external requirements.
• Respond to employee questions regarding pay, benefits, and payroll deductions in a timely and thorough manner.
• Assist with payroll system enhancements, issue resolution, and updates tied to process improvements or union rule changes.• At least 2 years of payroll experience, ideally supporting employees in a union environment.
• Practical experience with full-cycle payroll processing, including high-volume payroll operations.
• Familiarity with multi-state payroll and applicable payroll compliance requirements.
• Hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now or a comparable payroll platform.
• Working knowledge of garnishments, mandated deductions, and benefits administration.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential employee and payroll information with professionalism.
• Experience with payroll configuration, documentation, and reporting is preferred.
Responsibilities:
• Manage weekly or biweekly payroll processing for union employees, including both standard payroll runs and manual adjustments as needed.
• Keep employee payroll data accurate and up to date by reviewing records, entering changes, and maintaining information within the payroll system.
• Adjust payroll system settings to reflect union agreements, overtime calculations, and required deductions.
• Oversee benefit-related payroll activities such as retirement contributions, health plan updates, and employee support related to enrollments and deductions.
• Administer garnishments, child support orders, and other required withholdings while following federal and state requirements.
• Partner with Human Resources, Benefits, and Finance teams to investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies or employee concerns.
• Prepare and review payroll reports to identify issues, support audits, and confirm compliance with internal and external requirements.
• Respond to employee questions regarding pay, benefits, and payroll deductions in a timely and thorough manner.
• Assist with payroll system enhancements, issue resolution, and updates tied to process improvements or union rule changes.• At least 2 years of payroll experience, ideally supporting employees in a union environment.
• Practical experience with full-cycle payroll processing, including high-volume payroll operations.
• Familiarity with multi-state payroll and applicable payroll compliance requirements.
• Hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now or a comparable payroll platform.
• Working knowledge of garnishments, mandated deductions, and benefits administration.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential employee and payroll information with professionalism.
• Experience with payroll configuration, documentation, and reporting is preferred.
