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Sentoria Staffing Solutions lists this Senior Payroll Specialist opportunity in houston, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Senior Payroll Specialist
The Senior Payroll Specialist position is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of employee wages, taxes and benefits, while ensuring compliance with government regulations and internal policies. The position works under the direction of the Director of Total Rewards and is located in downtown Houston, TX. Hybrid work schedule is an option for remote work on Mondays and Fridays. Essential Job Functions
Execute the day-to-day operations of the payroll department, including the preparation and submission of bi-weekly and off-cycle payrolls for US, multi-state jurisdictions
Experienced in preparing and processing special payroll runs such as bonus and stock payouts
Collaborate with HR and other departments to ensure accurate employee data updates, such as new hires, terminations, salary changes, and other master data changes are reflected in the payroll systems in accordance with company policies
Review and verify all payroll inputs, including timesheets, salary adjustments, benefits deductions and all data fed into Workday to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies before payroll processing
Ensure payroll is processed timely and accurately in accordance with federal, state and local regulations
Support Workday payroll module, including data entry, updating of employee information, and maintenance of electronic time tracking records
Act as a liaison between internal stakeholders including, but not limited to: HR, Legal, Finance/Accounting (treasury), AP, Compensation and Benefits ensuring the reporting, accuracy, timeliness and compliance of all transactions
Monitor and lead third-party payroll vendors, communicate on all tax regulation updates ensuring Workday is current and third-party authoritative agency notices have been handled completely. Reconcile monthly payroll tax filings with payroll registers, agency submissions and company bank account statements
Ensure compliance with payroll-related regulations regarding wage garnishments, taxes and other deductions
Ensure payroll compliance with SOX controls and maintain support for all payroll entries
Critically review vendor invoices for all charges and see improvements in processes to eliminate unnecessary payroll runs or correction/amendment requests. Manage vendor contracts
Ensure employee benefit payroll deductions, in collaboration with Benefits Administrator, meet federal, state and local regulations
Administer, in collaboration with Benefits Administrator and third-party vendor, ongoing LOA/FMLA/STD/ADA requests, including state programs where applicable
Serve as the point of contact for employee payroll inquiries and support
Minimum Qualifications
Degree from a four year college/university
8+ years of payroll processing experience
CPP or PCP certification, preferred
Prior experience with Workday, preferred
Strong knowledge of payroll principles, practices, and laws, including federal, state, and local regulations
Familiarity with applicable federal and state laws, such as ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, and ACA, pertaining to employee benefits
Proficiency with payroll software and Microsoft Office applications
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work in a fast-paced and fluid environment
Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
Worksite address
houston, TX, 77246, US
Who can apply
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