Payroll HR Specialist

Our client is a well-established educational organization seeking a Part-Time Payroll/HR Specialist to join their team. The ideal candidate will have experience processing payroll for 250+ employees, have hands-on experience with ADP, and will have HR experience. This individual should be highly detail-oriented, organized, and possess strong communication skills to effectively support payroll and HR operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process weekly and monthly payroll for approximately 250 employees accurately and on time
• Maintain payroll records through data entry, auditing, and updates to employee information
• Support HR administration by maintaining employee files and documentation
• Assist with payroll and benefits reconciliations to general ledger accounts
• Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities
• Provide responsive customer service to faculty, staff, students, and families
• Support payroll reporting and data analysis using Excel
• Assist with benefits administration and payroll-related inquiries
• Partner across Accounting and HR on operational initiatives and projects
• Complete additional accounting and administrative responsibilities as needed

For immediate consideration please email: Thiago de Matos thiago.dematos@roberthalf.com

Qualifications:

• 3–5 years of payroll experience required
• Strong understanding of payroll processes and accounting fundamentals
• Experience with ADP required;
• Advanced attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong Excel and data analysis capabilities
• Ability to manage deadlines and shifting priorities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Equivalent combination of education and experience aligned with a Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field