Payroll Specialist

Overview The Payroll Specialist processes payroll data for Buc-ee’s. This is an in‑office position located in Lake Jackson, Texas. Responsibilities Responsible for high‑volume multi‑state payroll processing Maintain payroll records including quarterly and annual tax reports and voluntary deduction reports Process involuntary deductions, such as levies and garnishments Prepare accounting transactions and documents, booking payroll journal entries Document and update procedures Prepare reports for management upon request Work closely with the payroll team to complete and report tasks within strict daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual deadlines Complete new business set‑ups including federal, state, and SUI registration Review time sheets for accuracy, completeness and conformity with company policies Maintain and update employee information such as exemptions, transfers, new hires and resignations Maintain an accurate and secure filing system for payroll information Maintain relationships with external vendors Stay apprised of federal, multi‑state and local compensation laws and regulations to ensure compliance Ensure payroll and general ledger data integrity Assist in the functions necessary for the proper and timely processing of employee payroll data, including garnishments, benefits, and taxes consistent with federal and state wage and hour laws Maintain continuous knowledge of changing laws such as FLSA, DOL, APA, ACA and other regulatory changes relating to the payroll function Ensure the processing of new hires, temporary workers, transfers, promotions and terminations is accurate and timely and in compliance with regulations Process benefit deductions and work with Human Resources and Accounting on reconciliation Assist with the processes and audits of W-2s, W-4s, and other regulatory reporting Strong written and verbal communication skills, team player, and highly organized Solutions‑oriented, positive approach to problems and challenges Handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately Participate in internal and external payroll audits Work in office/in the employee’s assigned work site; no remote work is available Perform other duties as required and/or assigned Employee must be able to perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation Qualifications High school diploma or GED (required) Willingness to obtain FPC and CPP payroll certifications (required) Experience with Workday (a plus) Familiarity with a multi‑state payroll department (a plus) Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel (required) Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or equivalent (preferred) Benefits 25 Days Paid Time Off Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage 401(k) with 100% match up to 6% Buc-ee’s, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr