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Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

Creative Financial StaffingHouston, TX, US
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Job Title : Payroll Specialist

Salary : $50,000 - $67,000

Perks of the Payroll Specialist?

  • High-Impact Role - Lead payroll and retirement plan administration, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing for a diverse workforce.
  • Technical & Compliance Expertise - Manage complex payroll processes, labor law compliance, and 401(k) plan contributions while staying up-to-date on regulatory requirements.
  • Employee-Facing Leadership - Serve as the primary resource for payroll and 401(k) inquiries, providing guidance and support across the organization.
  • Collaborative Environment - Work closely with HR, Accounting, and department leaders to streamline processes and improve system efficiency.
  • Career Growth & Development - Continue building expertise in payroll systems, retirement plan administration, and HR / finance operations while contributing to a high-performing team.
  • Comprehensive Benefits - Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching and safe harbor contributions, group / voluntary life insurance, PTO, disability coverage, employee meals, complimentary parking, and more.

Key Responsibilities of the Payroll Specialist :

  • Process bi-weekly payroll for hourly, salaried, and commissioned employees, ensuring accuracy in wages, deductions, benefits, and taxes.
  • Reconcile timesheets, commissions, PTO balances, and retirement plan contributions to ensure proper payroll calculations.
  • Prepare payroll journal entries and ensure proper coding for departments and timecards.
  • Prepare and submit payroll-related filings, including tax reports, workers' compensation, and unemployment claims.
  • Generate payroll and 401(k) reports, providing insights on labor costs and retirement plan participation. Develop and maintain payroll and retirement plan policy manuals.
  • Serve as the main point of contact for payroll inquiries, assisting employees with pay, tax, and retirement plan questions.

    • Payroll Specialist Qualifications :

  • High school diploma is required. Bachelor's degree and / or FPC or CPP certification is a plus.
  • Fluency in Spanish is required.
  • Minimum of 4 years of payroll experience in a complex payroll environment.
  • Subject matter expert in UKG WFM system (payroll, scheduling, reporting).

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