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Payroll Administrator

$50 per hour

Manpower

Our client, a leading global specialty chemicals and materials manufacturer, is seeking a Payroll Administrator to join their team. As a Payroll Administrator, you will be part of the Global Compensation and Payroll team supporting HR, Finance, and business operations across the U.S. and Canada. The ideal candidate will have exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Payroll Administrator
Location: Houston, TX
Pay Range: $50+/hour DOE

What's the Job?
  • Process and oversee payroll for approximately 1,000 employees across the U.S. and Canada, including semi-monthly and weekly payroll cycles.
  • Ensure payroll transactions, taxes, garnishments, and wage attachments are processed accurately and in compliance with applicable regulations.
  • Audit, reconcile, and maintain payroll records while resolving payroll discrepancies with minimal supervision.
  • Partner closely with HR and Finance teams to ensure accurate payroll updates related to hires, terminations, and compensation changes.
  • Support payroll audits, year-end activities, payroll system testing, and continuous process improvement initiatives.
What's Needed?
  • Minimum of 5 years of payroll processing experience in a multi-state environment.
  • Hands-on experience with UKG Payroll is required.
  • Experience with Workday HRIS and payroll integrations.
  • Strong knowledge of payroll taxes, compliance requirements, reconciliations, and internal controls.
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or equivalent related experience.
What's in it for me?
  • Competitive pay rate of $50+ per hour based on experience.
  • Opportunity to make an immediate impact during a critical payroll transition.
  • Hybrid work flexibility available.
  • Exposure to a large-scale, multi-country payroll environment.
  • Potential opportunity to convert to a permanent position for right candidate.
If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis and Talent Solutions

Manpower® is a global leader in contingent staffing and permanent resourcing, providing companies with strategic and operational flexibility and creating talent at scale. Our specialized recruiting teams assess and guide talent into meaningful, sustainable employment, while our PowerSuite technology enables deeper insight and smarter matching, helping candidates find opportunities that align with their strengths, experience, and career goals.

In this constantly shifting world, our flexible workforce solutions provide companies with the business agility needed to succeed. Manpower is part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands, which also includes Experis and Talent Solutions. For more information about Manpower, follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.

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