Payroll Specialist

DuraServ Corp•Coppell, TX

39d•Onsite

About The Position

DuraServ is seeking a Payroll Specialist for their Corporate Shared Team Services team. This role is responsible for managing weekly and semi-monthly payroll cycles for a national, multi-state workforce. Key responsibilities include administering Time & Attendance in ADP Workforce Now, handling certified payroll and prevailing wage requirements, and managing deductions, special pay, and compliance reporting. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, calm under pressure, technically proficient in ADP Workforce Now, knowledgeable in end-to-end payroll processes, a clear communicator, and self-directed.

Requirements

Experience with ADP Workforce Now payroll software — this is a firm requirement, not a preference
Demonstrated experience with Certified Payroll reporting and Prevailing Wage — candidates without this experience will not be considered
2+ years of payroll processing experience in a multi-state or multi-location environment
Working knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll compliance requirements

Nice To Haves

High School diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor's degree preferred
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, particularly Excel for payroll reporting and data analysis
Experience with HRIS and Time & Attendance systems integration

Responsibilities

Direct the preparation and processing of weekly and semi-monthly payroll for a multi-state, multi-location workforce using ADP Workforce Now
Manage the Time & Attendance system — resolving timecard errors, auditing time reporting, and ensuring every hour worked is captured correctly before processing
Calculate pro-rata pay and administer special pay including stipends, commissions, bonuses, and prevailing wages with precision and consistency
Handle certified payroll reporting and prevailing wage administration — accurately, completely, and on schedule
Administer all deductions including benefits, garnishments, and 401K with a zero-tolerance standard for error
Adhere to all applicable local, state, and federal payroll laws and maintain audit-ready payroll records at all times
Generate reports for data analysis and compliance verification — translating payroll data into clear, actionable documentation
Serve as a knowledgeable, responsive resource for team members and managers with payroll questions — you resolve issues quickly and communicate clearly
Collaborate with HR, Finance, and branch operations to ensure payroll data integrity across all systems
Identify process gaps and contribute to continuous improvement of payroll operations