Payroll Analyst

Payroll Coordinator / Payroll Support Specialist

San Antonio / Schertz, TX

Robert Half is partnering with a dynamic organization in the San Antonio/Schertz area to hire a detail-oriented Payroll Coordinator. This role is ideal for a payroll professional who enjoys working cross-functionally, ensuring compliance, and supporting accurate and timely payroll processing in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review payroll data for multiple weekly and bi-weekly payroll cycles
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations
• Review payroll data submissions and identify discrepancies or issues
• Analyze timekeeping data (Kronos or similar systems) for accuracy and completeness
• Partner with HR and internal teams to ensure proper employee setup and data integrity in HRIS systems
• Coordinate with multiple locations to gather payroll-related information
• Investigate unusual payroll activity and resolve discrepancies
• Maintain strong internal controls to ensure system accuracy and compliance
• Provide support and guidance to employees and managers on payroll-related inquiries
• Maintain reporting, documentation, and payroll-related records
• Assist with process improvements and streamline payroll operations
• Support training efforts and onboarding related to payroll processes
• Handle sensitive payroll information with a high level of confidentiality

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years of experience supporting payroll preparation (not full-cycle processing)
• Strong understanding of payroll regulations and compliance requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with high attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or related field
• Prior experience in accounting or payroll-related roles

Preferred Systems & Software Experience

• Payroll and timekeeping systems such as ADP, Workday, Paycom, UKG/Kronos, or Ceridian Dayforce
• HRIS platforms such as Workday, Oracle HCM, or SAP SuccessFactors
• Reporting and data tools such as Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP) and Power BI
• Experience working with integrated payroll systems and automated workflows

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