Job Description
Join our award-winning finance team as a Payroll Specialist in Lubbock, TX where your expertise drives employee satisfaction through weekly pay cycles. We're seeking a meticulous professional to manage end-to-end payroll operations for 200+ employees, ensuring compliance and accuracy while leveraging cutting-edge payroll software. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the unique advantage of weekly paychecks. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and value precision, this is your opportunity to excel in a role that directly impacts financial wellness.
Responsibilities
- Process weekly payroll cycles for 200+ employees using ADP Enterprise
- Verify time records, calculate deductions, and ensure tax compliance (federal/state/local)
- Manage garnishments, benefits deductions, and year-end reconciliation (W-2/1099)
- Resolve payroll inquiries within SLA and maintain audit-ready documentation
- Collaborate with HR on onboarding/offboarding and policy updates
- Optimize payroll workflows and implement process improvements
- Stay current on FLSA, ACA, and Texas labor regulations
Qualifications
- 3+ years payroll processing experience with multi-state operations
- ADP Enterprise certification or equivalent SaaS proficiency
- Expertise in tax compliance (federal/state/local) and garnishment handling
- Associate's degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent experience
- Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables) and data visualization
- Proven problem-solving with complex payroll discrepancies
- PHR/SPHR certification preferred