Payroll Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Payroll Specialist

Location: Northwest Houston, TX

Compensation: $70,000 - $85,000 annually

Job Type: Direct Hire

Benefits: This position may be eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our finance team in Northwest Houston. This role is responsible for supporting the full-cycle payroll process, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with applicable payroll regulations. The ideal candidate has hands-on payroll experience, strong attention to detail, and experience working with UKG in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Processing

• Process full-cycle payroll accurately and timely
• Review payroll data for accuracy, including hours, earnings, deductions, and adjustments
• Process payroll changes including new hires, terminations, transfers, and employee updates
• Ensure payroll is processed in accordance with company policies and established deadlines
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee pay issues

UKG & Payroll Systems

• Utilize UKG to process payroll and maintain accurate employee payroll records
• Maintain payroll data and employee information within the payroll system
• Assist with system updates, payroll reporting, and troubleshooting as needed
• Ensure accurate payroll records and documentation

Payroll Compliance & Reconciliation

• Ensure payroll practices comply with federal, state, and local regulations
• Reconcile payroll reports and payroll-related accounts
• Review payroll taxes, deductions, and other withholdings for accuracy
• Assist with year-end payroll activities, including W-2 preparation and reporting

Employee Support & Reporting

• Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, taxes, and payroll-related issues
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive payroll and employee information
• Prepare and distribute payroll reports as needed
• Partner with HR and Accounting to resolve payroll issues and ensure accurate employee data
• Assist with payroll audits and other payroll-related projects

Qualifications

• 2+ years of payroll experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Human Resources, or a related field required
• Hands-on experience with UKG required
• Experience processing full-cycle payroll
• Strong understanding of payroll processes, deductions, and payroll compliance
• Strong Excel and data management skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict payroll deadlines

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Payroll Specialist with UKG experience seeking a direct-hire opportunity in Northwest Houston, we encourage you to apply.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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