Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Payroll Specialist in Houston's thriving business district. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage end-to-end payroll processing for 200+ employees, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role offers growth opportunities in a collaborative environment with competitive benefits and quarterly performance bonuses.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for multi-state employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Administer garnishments, tax withholdings, and deductions accurately
- Conduct payroll audits and reconcile discrepancies quarterly
- Support year-end tax filings (W-2, 1099) and compliance reporting
- Collaborate with HR on new hire onboarding and payroll documentation
- Implement process improvements using Excel and payroll analytics
- Respond to employee payroll inquiries within 24 hours
Qualifications
- 3+ years payroll processing experience with multi-state operations
- Proficiency in ADP, Workday, or similar payroll systems
- FPC or CPP certification preferred
- Deep knowledge of FLSA, IRS, and Texas labor laws
- Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, PivotTables, macros)
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Proven problem-solving with audit resolution experience
- Excellent communication skills for cross-departmental collaboration