Job Description
Are you a detail-oriented professional looking to make a tangible impact in the finance sector? Apex Payroll Solutions is seeking a highly organized and efficient Payroll Clerk to join our dynamic team in Houston, TX. We are an industry leader committed to accuracy, compliance, and employee satisfaction. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess a keen eye for data, we want to meet you.
In this pivotal role, you will manage the end-to-end payroll lifecycle, ensuring our team members are compensated accurately and on time. You will work closely with HR and Finance departments to maintain compliance with federal and state regulations. Join us and become a key player in maintaining the financial health of our organization.
Responsibilities
- Process Payroll: Accurately calculate and process payroll for all employees on a bi-weekly schedule, including hourly, salaried, and exempt staff.
- Timekeeping Management: Review and verify time cards, timesheets, and leave requests to ensure proper tracking of hours worked.
- Compliance & Tax: Prepare and file required federal, state, and local payroll tax documents (W-2s, W-4s) and ensure adherence to FLSA regulations.
- Account Reconciliation: Reconcile payroll bank accounts and process payroll tax payments and liabilities in the general ledger.
- Employee Inquiries: Serve as the primary point of contact for employee payroll questions regarding pay stubs, deductions, and tax information.
- System Maintenance: Maintain and update employee payroll records in our ADP system, ensuring all changes are processed promptly.
- Reporting: Generate and analyze payroll reports to assist management in forecasting labor costs and budgeting.
Qualifications
- Education: High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Human Resources is preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in payroll processing, preferably within a corporate environment.
- Software Proficiency: Strong working knowledge of payroll software (ADP, Paychex, or similar) and Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables).
- Attention to Detail: Exceptional ability to spot errors in data entry and financial calculations.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain complex payroll topics clearly to non-financial staff.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with federal and state labor laws and tax regulations.
- Integrity: Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive financial information with absolute confidentiality.