Description

We are seeking an Accounting Specialist to join our clients fast-paced team. As an Accounting Specialist, you will primarily be responsible for processing payroll, handling garnishments, managing PTO/Holiday requests and managing a shared email inbox for a variety of requests. The ideal candidate must be detail-oriented, have quick data entry skills and possess the ability to quickly learn and master new tasks. Are you looking to kickstart your career? This position may be the one for you! This position is seeking talented individuals on a long-term contract/contract to permanent basis and is located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Apply today to be in consideration for this great opportunity!

Responsibilities:

• Maintain, manage, and update payroll information for all employees, ensuring all records are accurate and up-to-date.

• Compute and process earnings, deductions, benefits, and other payroll actions in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

• Correspond with employees via email, phone, or in-person to answer any questions or concerns regarding their payroll accounts.

• Make changes, updates, or corrections to individual payroll accounts as necessary.

• Collaborate with the HR department to ensure correct employee data and assist in the onboarding and offboarding process.

• Utilize payroll software with accuracy and efficiency, and adapt to new software or updates as necessary.

• Ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and maintaining an updated understanding of any changes in the laws.

• Participate in periodic audits and reconciliations of payroll information.

• Maintain confidentiality of all payroll information.

  Requirements

• Strong administrative skills and previous exposure to payroll processing.

• Detail-oriented with an ability to perform quick and accurate data entry.

• Proven ability to learn new tasks quickly and retain information effectively.

• Ability to take initiative and work independently in a fast-paced, lean team.

• Excellent communication skills and a customer-service oriented approach to dealing with employee requests.

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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-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.

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