Payroll Specialist

Robert Half Accountemps

📍 Palm Desert, CA, United States

Full-time other-general

Job Description

Description We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a non-profit organization in Palm Desert, California on a Long-term Contract basis. This position plays a key role in delivering accurate bi-weekly payroll support, maintaining reliable records, and helping ensure payroll practices align with applicable policies and regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong Excel capabilities, hands-on payroll experience, and the discretion needed to manage sensitive employee information. Familiarity with Workday and exposure to municipal or multi-state payroll environments would be valuable in this role.

Responsibilities:
• Administer bi-weekly payroll activities with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, and consistent follow-through.
• Examine payroll entries and supporting information to confirm completeness and adherence to organizational guidelines and legal requirements.
• Update employee payroll records for items such as onboarding changes, separations, withholding ad...
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