Payroll Clerk (Entry Level)

LPC Personnel • Houston, TX

13h • Onsite

About The Position

The Entry-Level Payroll Clerk will assist with processing accurate and timely payroll while maintaining strict confidentiality. The role provides hands-on experience and professional growth for someone beginning a career in finance, accounting, or HR, in a supportive environment. The position is based in the Houston, Texas office and is full-time, temporary-to-hire. Bilingual English and Spanish skills are a plus.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 0 to 2 years of experience in an office, administrative, accounting, or data entry role; internships or relevant coursework count.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy with numbers and data entry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Integrity and discretion when handling confidential employee and financial information.
• Strong time-management skills and ability to meet recurring deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or HR.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles or payroll fundamentals.
• Bilingual English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Gather, review, and enter timesheet data, hourly hours, overtime, and commission records into the payroll system.
• Update employee payroll records for changes to exemptions, direct deposit information, tax withholding, insurance deductions, and job or department transfers.
• Maintain organized physical and digital payroll documentation, tax forms such as W-4 and I-9, and related financial reports.
• Review payroll reports for errors and help investigate and resolve timesheet or pay discrepancies reported by employees or managers.
• Ensure payroll activities comply with company policies and federal, state, and local labor and tax laws.
• Safeguard sensitive employee and financial data.
• Respond to employee inquiries about basic payroll questions, paystubs, and W-2 forms.
• Assist the finance or HR team with routine administrative tasks, audit preparation, and report generation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED