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Description Robert Half Management Resources is recruiting for a Payroll Manager to support our publicly traded Technology client on a 3+ month (100% remote) engagement. The role will report to the Chief of Accounting and will oversee the three-person payroll team to ensure timely and accurate payroll close cycles and support Workday system improvement or other areas of improvement. The Payroll Manager is primarily responsible for processing a bi-weekly payroll run for 1,400 employees (mostly salaried based in the US) located throughout the globe. The right consultant will have a strong sense of ownership, excellent analytical skills, and experience working in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: - Manage bi-weekly payroll processing for a global team of salaried employees using Workday, ensuring compliance with established procedures and regulations. - Supervise and guide a team of three payroll specialists, reviewing their work and addressing escalated issues or inquiries. - Process quarterly employee investments and implement upcoming merit increases in alignment with organizational policies. - Identify and recommend areas for improvement in payroll processes and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy. - Provide exceptional customer service by addressing payroll-related questions and concerns from employees promptly and professionally. - Ensure compliance with multi-state payroll requirements and manage international payroll operations in various global locations. - Handle payroll-related tasks such as processing RSUs, managing tax withholdings, and overseeing leave of absence procedures. Requirements - Minimum of 10 years of payroll management experience, including handling large-scale payroll operations for over 500 employees. - Proficiency in Workday and Cloud Pay systems; experience with ADP is a plus. - Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll regulations and international payroll practices. - Demonstrated expertise in processing RSUs and managing complex payroll-related tasks. - Familiarity with tax withholdings, 401(k) administration, and leave of absence procedures. - Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to perform thorough self-reviews to ensure accuracy. - Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach to resolving payroll inquiries. - Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of accuracy and compliance. 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 ( 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 ( .

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