Description We are offering a short term contract employment opportunity for a Payroll Specialist in the legal industry, based in New York. As a Payroll Specialist, you will be responsible for managing payroll functions, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, and resolving payroll-related inquiries. Responsibilities: • Ensure accurate and efficient processing of semi-monthly and biweekly payrolls. • Administer full cycle payroll for approximately 1100 employees. • Handle multi-state payroll operations, focusing on California. • Utilize ADP Workforce Now for payroll processing and administration. • Manage 401k - RRSP Administration. • Oversee payroll garnishments and ensure compliance. • Maintain accurate records of payroll documentation and transactions. • Resolve payroll-related inquiries and concerns promptly and professionally. • Work within a legal or detail oriented services environment. Requirements • Proficiency in using ADP Workforce Now software • Experience in 401k - RRSP Administration • Skilled in ADP - Payroll operations • Capacity to manage Payroll for over 500 Employees • Ability to process Bi-weekly Payroll • Experience with semi-Monthly Payrolls • Familiarity with Full Cycle Payroll operations • Expertise in handling Multi-state Payroll • Knowledge in managing Payroll - Garnishments • Proficiency in dealing with Payroll - Multi-State 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. © 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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .