Payroll Processing Specialist - OxyChem

Oxychem Corporation • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Contribute. Grow. Lead...with OxyChem. Looking for a challenge? Desire to achieve your true potential? OxyChem is a growing, action-oriented, safety driven chemical manufacturing company continually striving to be the best in the business while staying focused on environmental protection. The secret to our success has and will continue to be our people. OxyChem, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading producer of essential chemistry with operations in the U.S., Canada and Latin America. OxyChem’s products play an essential role in everyday life, supporting critical applications in water treatment, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, manufacturing, automotive, personal hygiene, and residential and commercial construction. OxyChem actively participates in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration Voluntary Protection Program, underscoring our commitment to safety. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, OxyChem is a top three U.S. manufacturer of polyvinyl chloride, chlor-alkali and chlorinated organic chemicals, and calcium chloride. Visit oxychem.com for more information. In a fast-paced industry that demands precision, we create a supportive workplace where the safety and well-being of our employees are paramount. We are committed to rewarding top performers, offering very competitive pay and benefits, and providing tremendous career development opportunities. We are looking for an experienced and motivated Payroll Processing Specialist who will play a critical role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll operations for over 3,000 employees across multiple states. This position will be a part of our Payroll Operations group based in Houston, TX and is responsible for managing all aspects of payroll processing, compliance, and employee support.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field preferred; or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of corporate payroll processing experience.
• General knowledge of payroll principles, including overtime and tax withholding calculations.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.
• Strong problem-solving and mathematical abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Exceptional communication skills (oral, written, and listening).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to meeting strict daily deadlines and delivering high-quality results.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Workday payroll system.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for service quality, customer orientation, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement of processes related to payroll operations.
• Process biweekly payroll for 3,000+ employees across various states, including pay adjustments, special payments, and employee-initiated changes (e.g., deductions, tax updates, direct deposit options).
• Review, balance, and distribute payroll checks and reports.
• Calculate and prepare manual checks as needed.
• Garnishment/Tax Levy set ups and management.
• Provide payroll-related support to Human Resources and employees, ensuring excellent customer service.
• Deliver specialized knowledge, propose exceptions when appropriate, and ensure issues are addressed and resolved promptly.
• Collaborate effectively with team members and other departments to meet strict deadlines.
• Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level