Description We are offering a long term contract employment opportunity for a Payroll Accountant in the Service industry, located in New Brighton, Minnesota. As a Payroll Accountant, you will be primarily focusing on Payroll Support Tickets and Testing, with the potential for further responsibilities to be added over time. Responsibilities: • Processing Payroll Support Tickets at the corporate level, providing assistance to a range of companies. • Performing extensive system testing on Ceridian for payroll, ensuring all complexities are addressed. • Assisting with the integration of multiple acquisitions, including setting up new hires in the payroll system. • Demonstrating a deep understanding of the linkage between payroll and the General Ledger. • Managing payroll tax filing, reporting, and reconciliation tasks. • Participating in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes. • Handling liability accounts, positive pay files, child support, and other related tasks. • Utilizing skills in Ceridian, Dynamics AX, HRIS Implementation, Software Implementations, and System Integration Testing. Requirements • Candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field. • Proven experience as a Payroll Accountant in the service industry is required. • Proficiency in payroll software such as Ceridian is highly essential. • Strong knowledge of Dynamics AX is needed for the role. • Previous experience in HRIS Implementation is necessary. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are required. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential. • Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise extreme discretion is crucial. • High level of accuracy, efficiency, and accountability is expected. • The candidate must have the ability to work independently and in a team. • Knowledge of current payroll tax requirements and regulations is a must. • Strong organizational skills and the ability to work under pressure are required. • The candidate should be comfortable with meeting tight deadlines. 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 including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company’s 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources. © 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) .