💼 Full-Time Position

Payroll Specialist

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Robert Half Accountemps
📍 Ames, IA, United States
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Location
Ames, United States
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Posted
June 03, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Description We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join a large healthcare organization in Ames, Iowa. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can quickly take ownership of payroll operations for a workforce of more than 1,500 employees while working in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment. The role combines on-site collaboration with some remote work and calls for someone detail-oriented who can deliver accurate, compliant payroll support with minimal ramp-up time.

Responsibilities:
• Manage the complete biweekly payroll cycle for a large employee population, ensuring timely and accurate processing from start to finish.
• Prepare and process year-end wage statements and quarterly payroll tax filings internally, with a strong focus on accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Administer payroll taxes, wage garnishments, and related deductions while maintaining adherence to applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
• I...