Payroll Specialist

USA DeBusk • Deer Park, TX

5d

About The Position

The Payroll Specialist supports the daily operations of the Payroll function and collaborates with Human Resources, Finance, and Operational teams to ensure accurate and timely compensation for all employees. Each member of the Payroll Team is a valuable contact for employees regarding payroll-related inquiries, providing guidance on pay practices, deductions, and compliance requirements. The Payroll Specialist is responsible for ensuring compliance with federal, state, local, and union regulations, and accurately processing payroll transactions including wages, overtime, taxes, and union deductions.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of payroll processing experience, with hands-on union payroll experience required
• Strong understanding of payroll laws (FLSA, multi-state payroll regulations, wage and hour laws)
• Skilled hands on experience supporting teams and operations in the Industrial Services sector preferred
• Experience interpreting union contracts and applying payroll rules accurately
• Proficiency with payroll systems, ADP Workforce Now preferred
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs preferred)
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact with employees at all levels

Responsibilities

• Process payroll transactions for the weekly and semi-monthly payrolls for hourly and salary employees, including union and non-union staff
• Interpret and apply collective bargaining agreements (CBAs), including wage scales, shift differentials, overtime rules, and fringe benefits
• Manage payment of union deductions such as dues, benefits, and garnishments
• Reconcile payroll discrepancies and resolve employee inquiries in a timely manner
• Coordinate with HR, Benefits, and Accounting teams to ensure accurate employee data and payroll reporting
• Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Support audits by providing payroll data and documentation as needed
• Generate payroll reports for management and internal departments
• Stay current on payroll laws, tax updates, and union contract changes

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed