Job Description

Job ID#: 28246

Payroll Specialist
Direct Hire; 100K to 130K
North Houston

Duties:

• Manage the payroll process, including timely and accurate processing of payroll, in multiple entities based on payroll schedule for each entity.
• Process emails related to payroll and HR matters; respond accordingly   
• Monitor entity payroll bank accounts for positive pay decisions needed for ACHs and checks; review balances in preparation for upcoming payroll cash requirements
• Assist employees with payroll, benefits, and 401(k) plan questions/issues (in-person, email, and phone)
• Conduct audits of payroll data to ensure accuracy in employee earnings, deductions, benefits, and taxes
• Coordinate with Accounting/Finance on budgeting and forecasting payroll expenses/adjustments
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations (wage and hour laws, tax laws, and reporting requirements)
• Prepare journal entries for each payroll processed, entering it into the appropriate entity general ledger, for final review and posting by VP of Human Resources
• Coordinate with external payroll processing company the preparation and filing of payroll tax reports, ensuring timely submission of quarterly and annual filings.
• Assist HR with Affirmative Action Plan generation, VETS reporting, annual EEO-1 reporting, and employee training
• Ensure payroll data accuracy and accurate and timely processing of payroll updates

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field required with 4+ years of experience in payroll processing; payroll certification A PLUS
• In-depth knowledge of payroll laws, regulations, and practices, including federal, state, and local tax laws
• Technology savvy and Paylocity a BIG PLUS; data driven and skilled in diverse reporting
• Skill in handling payroll calculations, benefits deductions, and tax withholding adjustments
• Discretion, confidentiality, and professionalism; strong ethics and responsibility
• Strong organization, attention to detail, analytical, and problem-solving

Other Info:

• Strong benefits and comp package including bonus, 401K with match (immediate participation)
• Incredible culture full of acknowledgement, teambuilding, company luncheons, exciting events, mentorship opportunities, and so much more
• Beautiful offices with a spectacular view, collaborative environment, internal promotability, ½ day off every Friday, paid parking, and many more perks

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