Payroll Specialist - CPP

We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support a contract opportunity in Texas. This role is ideal for a payroll specialist who thrives in a fast-paced service environment and has deep experience managing complex, multi-state payroll operations. The successful candidate will help ensure timely and accurate payroll processing while supporting compliance, reporting, and client-related payroll activities.

Responsibilities:
• Administer end-to-end payroll for assigned accounts across multiple states, ensuring each payroll cycle is completed accurately and within established deadlines.
• Review payroll inputs such as time records, earnings, deductions, tax withholdings, and garnishments to identify discrepancies before final processing.
• Work with onboarding and implementation partners to support new client setup, confirm data accuracy, and help prepare accounts for successful initial payroll runs.
• Apply current federal, state, and local payroll regulations to daily work, helping maintain compliance across a variety of client payroll scenarios.
• Generate and deliver payroll-related reporting, including standard summaries, tax-related documentation, and customized reports based on client needs.
• Support year-end payroll closeout activities by assisting with wage statements, annual reconciliations, and required payroll reporting.
• Investigate payroll exceptions or system-related issues, escalate concerns when appropriate, and collaborate with internal teams to resolve underlying problems.
• Manage high-volume payroll activity with strong attention to accuracy, organization, and service responsiveness in an onsite environment.

Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of experience handling full-cycle payroll, including complex multi-state processing.
• Proven ability to manage payroll for organizations with employees in multiple locations and large employee populations.
• Strong knowledge of payroll tax requirements, wage and hour regulations, and garnishment administration.
• Experience using payroll systems such as ADP Workforce Now or comparable payroll platforms.
• Demonstrated accuracy, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability in deadline-driven payroll environments.
• Ability to work fully onsite in The Woodlands, Texas with no remote flexibility.
• All candidates are required to undergo screening as part of the hiring process.
• Certified Payroll credential (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) is preferred.

Compensation

$37.00-$41.00 Hourly

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