Payroll Specialist

Payroll SpecialistWe are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a team in Texas in a contract role with the potential to become permanent. This position will support accurate and timely payroll operations while also assisting with benefits administration, employee support, and key HR processes. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll knowledge, careful attention to detail, and the ability to handle sensitive information appropriately.Responsibilities:Manage end-to-end payroll processing for both semi-monthly and bi-weekly pay cycles, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule.Investigate and correct payroll and timekeeping issues independently, resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.Support benefits administration by handling enrollments, updates, terminations, and related documentation with payroll and insurance providers.Respond to employee questions regarding pay, benefits, and HR matters, providing clear and attentive customer service.Complete employment eligibility verification, maintain I-9 records, and help coordinate onboarding tasks for newly added employees.Reconcile benefit records and perform routine audits of payroll, benefits, and HR data to identify issues and recommend corrections.Assist with offboarding activities, performance review preparation, and maintenance of employee documentation and files.Coordinate recruiting support activities such as interview scheduling, candidate status tracking, follow-up communication, and preparation of new employee records.Prepare correspondence and administrative materials as requested while supporting day-to-day HR operations.Maintain organized employee files and ensure records are updated, accurate, and compliant with company requirements.