Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Ref ID: 04040-0012625096 Classification: Payroll Administrator Compensation: $85000.00 to $100000.00 yearly This Payroll Administrator position provides a challenging role alongside an industry leader that leads to a strong career growth trajectory within your designated field. Robert Half has a client with a Payroll Administrator opening that is looking to staff now. You should have the ability to communicate effectively and deliver strong internal customer service while working in a deadline-driven environment. The production of payroll for employees will be handled by the Payroll Administrator to ensure it is timely and accurate. Apply today and learn more about this exciting role. This permanent employment opportunity is based in the Houston, Texas area. What you get to do every single day - Honor current payroll tax requirements and relevant laws associated with the processing of employee wage data, including payroll taxes, employee federal and state income and social security taxes and other required reporting - Assist staff with general questions related to payroll, PTO accruals, wage deductions, fringe benefits and other pay related issues - Administer regular payroll reporting as required and assist with financial audits related to pay records and associated general ledger - Research pay practices related to FLSA, fringe benefit reporting and other payroll areas and determine how those practices apply to advise management - Comply with internal business partners, Information Technology, and Human Resources to ensure security protocols for pay systems - Evaluate data entered by others in the payroll software to include, but not limited to salary/wage increases, benefit deductions, employee termination dates, and employee leaves of absence under FMLA or other unpaid leave - Aim for timely processing of payroll in accordance with labor regulations and standard accounting principles - Process quarterly and year-end payroll reports - Note voluntary deductions, as well as wage garnishments, pay levies, and other involuntary court-ordered payments in a timely manner, including reporting to the necessary authorities - Improve systems and protocols to direct the collection, calculation and entering of pay data