Description We are offering a contract for a permanent position as a Payroll & Benefits Specialist in Holland, Michigan. This role is in the ice cream industry and involves the day-to-day management of payroll and benefits functions, requiring a high degree of attention to detail and a focus on employee service. The role will be office-based and involves interaction with various team members and managers. Responsibilities: • Ensure timely and accurate processing of weekly and bi-weekly payroll for multiple pay groups • Handle garnishments and ensure appropriate deductions from employee paychecks • Oversee the administration of 401k plans, including funding and audit processes • Conduct orientations for new employees and guide them through the benefits enrollment process • Manage life events and changes in employee status, updating systems as necessary • Use UKG for payroll and benefits management tasks • Review and approve timesheets, communicating with managers and employees regarding corrections • Handle annual enrollment and manage new hires and terminations in the system • Prepare and distribute W2 forms to employees • Administer FMLA and short-term disability/long-term disability benefits • Utilize Excel for payroll audits, including the use of vlookups and pivot tables. Requirements • Experience in using UKG Pro and UKG Ready software is a plus • Experience in processing weekly and bi-weekly payroll • Knowledge in handling payroll garnishments • Capability to conduct orientations for new team members • Skilled in reviewing timesheets for payroll processing • Familiarity with 401k and RRSP administration • Experience in conducting annual enrollment • Knowledge in preparing W2 forms • Understanding of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) • Ability to manage short term and long term disability benefits • Experience in conducting orientations for new team members 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) .