Payroll Administrator (Houston)

Clayton Services is searching for a Payroll Administrator to join a thriving company in Northwest Houston. The Payroll Administrator will be responsible for supporting payroll processing, maintaining accurate employee payroll records, reviewing time and expense information, and assisting with payroll-related reporting and compliance.Job Type: Temp-to-HirePay Rate: $26.44 - $31.25/hour, depending on experienceBenefits: Excellent benefits are available after the successful completion of the temporary period including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, life, short and long term disability, and more.Schedule: Monday - Friday, Onsite, Half-days on FridayPayroll Administrator Responsibilities:Assist with processing payroll accurately and on scheduleEnter new hire information and employee updates into the payroll systemReview employee time records, expense submissions, and payroll data for accuracyVerify payroll information for compliance with company policies and applicable wage and hour regulationsSupport payroll reconciliation activities before, during, and after each payroll cyclePost payroll-related general ledger entries as neededCoordinate, track, and reconcile paid time off balancesProcess salary changes, compensation updates, and other payroll adjustmentsRespond to payroll-related questions from employees and internal team membersAssist with documentation requests, audits, and inquiries from state or federal agenciesGenerate payroll reports and provide information to management as requestedMaintain organized payroll files and confidential employee recordsPerform additional administrative and payroll-related duties as assignedPayroll Administrator Skills and Abilities:Strong attention to detail and accuracyExcellent organizational and time management skillsAbility to handle confidential employee and payroll information with discretionStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to review data, identify discrepancies, and resolve payroll issuesComfortable working with deadlines and recurring payroll schedulesAbility to work independently while also supporting a team environmentStrong problem-solving skills and ability to follow established proceduresProficiency with Microsoft Office SuiteFamiliarity with payroll systems and payroll reportingPayroll Administrator Education and Experience:2-5 years of payroll or accounting experience requiredKnowledge of federal and state payroll regulations preferredExperience with Deltek Vision is a plusExperience with Paychex Flex or similar payroll software is preferredPrevious experience processing payroll, reviewing time records, and maintaining payroll data is preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent requiredAssociate degree in accounting, business, human resources, or a related field is a plusPayroll Administrator - Immediate need. Apply today!