Payroll Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Our healthcare client is looking for a payroll specialist to join their team on a contract to hire basis. This is supporting a Houston client but can sit 100% remote, but a local candidate is preferred because there might be some in office meetings. Please apply today if you are interested!

Responsibilities:

• Manage biweekly payroll activities across multiple company codes using ADP Workforce Now, ensuring timely and accurate pay for salaried and hourly employees in several states.

• Oversee payroll calculations and reviews for large-dollar payroll cycles, including application of California pay rules and other state-specific requirements where needed.

• Support employee reimbursement processing through Concur and help coordinate recurring wire payments on scheduled weekly timelines.

• Administer payroll-related compliance tasks such as garnishments, child support deductions, tax account maintenance, and responses to agency notices.

• Maintain accurate payroll records by entering employee data, organizing documentation, and assisting with employment verification requests.

• Work closely with the payroll team to address tax questions, compliance items, and day-to-day operational priorities.

• Provide dependable support to field employees and internal stakeholders by ensuring clear communication and consistent payroll service.

• Meet critical payroll deadlines, including availability for extended hours during processing weeks when business needs require additional support.

• Report to the office in Houston, Texas on a weekly basis to manage mail, documentation, and other on-site payroll responsibilities.

• At least 2 years of payroll experience in a high-volume environment.
• Hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now is required, including work across multiple company codes.
• Knowledge of multi-state payroll processing, with preference for familiarity with California payroll practices.
• Experience handling garnishments, child support orders, tax notices, and related payroll compliance activities.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills, along with a coachable and adaptable approach.
• Ability to work on-site in Houston, Texas at least once per week.