Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

Job Category: Human Resources Requisition Number: PAYRO002568

Posted: May 5, 2026

Full-Time

On-site

13333 Westland East Blvd Houston, TX 77041, USA

Job Details

Description

Payroll Specialist

Company: Bray Controls (a subsidiary of Bray International, Inc.) Location: Houston, Texas Employment Type: Full-Time (Onsite - 5 days a week)

Position Summary:

As a Payroll Specialist at Bray Controls, you will play a pivotal role in managing payroll functions for our expanding U.S. team. This position is key to our HR/Payroll team's initiative in implementing new technologies and processes. We seek a dedicated professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to long-term career growth with a global manufacturer.

Why Work for Us?

Join Bray International, a leader in industrial valves and control products, known for our innovative solutions worldwide. We value excellence, integrity, and collaboration, offering a supportive and growth-oriented workplace.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay Plans
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid holidays, vacation, and a 401(k) plan with matching contributions.
• Healthy Work Environment: A smoke-free, drug-free workplace.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• Exceptional Company Culture: Family-owned with over 30 years of excellence in engineered solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process corporate payroll weekly and bi-weekly, ensuring accuracy.
• Maintain payroll records in compliance with record retention laws.
• Audit and reconcile files from UKG Ready each pay period and annually.
• Address payroll inquiries with professionalism and clarity.
• Track accrued time off per company policies.
• Manage wage garnishments, including child support and tax levies.
• Ensure payroll registration and state tax setup for out-of-state payrolls.
• Prepare and submit payroll reports for government agencies and internal stakeholders.
• Update and maintain employee information in the HRB system.
• Apply payroll actions in compliance with applicable laws.
• Drive continuous improvement in payroll and timekeeping processes.
• Document payroll practices and procedures for a payroll desk manual.

Qualifications and Core Competencies:

• Strong communication skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of federal and state payroll laws and garnishment regulations.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality.
• High level of independence and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

Skills/Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 4 years of full-cycle payroll processing experience.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification required.
• Experience with UKG Ready highly preferred.
• Familiarity with special pays (commissions, bonuses) and multi-state payroll.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Additional Information:

• Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Staffing and recruiting agencies are not invited to submit candidates for this job posting.

Join Bray International and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to shaping the future of flow control solutions!

Qualifications

Behaviors

Required

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Preferred

Leader

Inspires teammates to follow them

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Enthusiastic

Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Motivations

Preferred

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Self-Starter

Inspired to perform without outside help

Education

Required

High School or better.

Experience

Required

4 years:

Payroll Specialist Experience

4 years:

Full Cycle Payroll Processing

Preferred

UKG Experience

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