Payroll & HR Clerk

Company: Robert Half
Location: Albany
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Position Overview: Our client in Albany, NY is seeking a Payroll & HR Administrator on a temp-to-hire basis. This role will initially focus on payroll processing and will expand into broader HR responsibilities over time. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a growing HR/payroll environment. Payroll Responsibilities: Enter and maintain employee time records for approximately 100 non-union employees Input time data into VPoint Convert and import payroll data into ConnectPay Partner with the payroll provider, who handles backend payroll processing Ensure payroll accuracy and timely submission Maintain payroll records and assist with payroll-related inquiries HR Responsibilities: Support HR policies and procedures in compliance with state and federal regulations Assist with HR compliance initiatives Support benefits administration, including insurance and 401(k) plans Maintain employee records and HR documentation Provide general HR administrative support as needed Qualifications: Prior payroll experience required Basic understanding of HR functions and compliance preferred Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Comfortable learning new systems and software Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

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