Payroll Specialist

Robert Half Accountemps • Pawtucket, RI, United States • Posted June 15, 2026

Location Pawtucket, RI
Job Type Full-time
Category other-general
Posted June 15, 2026
Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support weekly payroll operations for a large employee population in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. This is a Long-term Contract position focused on accurate, timely payroll processing in a fast-paced environment with both salaried and hourly employees. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll administration experience, stays organized under volume, and can follow established procedures with consistency and care.

Responsibilities:
• Process weekly payroll for approximately 1,200 employees, ensuring accurate pay calculations for both hourly and salaried staff.
• Review and validate employee timecards before each payroll cycle to maintain compliance and reduce processing errors.
• Administer payroll-related records, including employee setup, tax elections, and employee withholding updates.
• Manage wage garnishment entries and ongoing deductions in accordance with applicable requirements and deadlines....

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