Job Description
Are you an expert in payroll management looking for a role that offers the work-life balance you deserve?
Horizon Payroll Partners is currently seeking a Flexible Hours Payroll Specialist to join our dynamic team in Houston, TX. We pride ourselves on offering a hybrid work model that respects your time and professional boundaries, allowing you to manage your workload efficiently. If you have a strong background in payroll processing and compliance, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Why Join Us?
- Flexible scheduling options to fit your lifestyle.
- Competitive hourly rate and comprehensive benefits package.
- Work in a collaborative, remote-friendly environment.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly and monthly payroll for all employees with 100% accuracy and timeliness.
- Ensure all payroll tax filings, including federal, state, and local returns, are completed timely and fully compliant.
- Assist employees with payroll-related inquiries, including pay stubs, direct deposit issues, and tax form requests (W-2s, 1099s).
- Reconcile payroll bank accounts and prepare necessary month-end accruals and journal entries.
- Maintain and update employee payroll records in our HRIS system to ensure data integrity.
- Collaborate closely with the HR team to verify new hire status and process employment changes.
Qualifications
- Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred; Bachelor's degree is a plus.
- Minimum of 3 years of hands-on payroll processing experience in a professional setting.
- Proficiency in payroll software (ADP Workforce Now, Paychex, or similar platforms).
- Strong working knowledge of FLSA regulations, tax laws, and payroll tax withholding requirements.
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills under tight deadlines.
- Ability to work independently in a flexible, remote or hybrid environment.