Payroll Specialist (6150)

itD Tech•Austin, TX

6h•Remote

About The Position

itD is seeking a Payroll Specialist to oversee and execute accurate, timely payroll processing. This role plays a critical part in ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations while delivering excellent support to employees. The ideal candidate has experience managing payroll in environments with commissions or variable compensation and is comfortable working cross-functionally with HR, Finance, and Sales. itD is a new generation of consulting and software development company that blends diversity, innovation, and integrity with real business results. Our structure rejects any strong hierarchy, empowering us to deliver excellent results. We are a woman- and minority-led firm. Every day, we challenge ourselves to be considerate, fair and to re-think what great outcomes mean for our customers. This permeates down to how we approach every interaction, on every project, for every client. You’ll thrive here if you are a dynamic self-starter, a difference-maker or someone who wants to deliver great results, without constraints. Joining us means you’ll be part of our global community, you have a say about your own career journey, and you’ll get a chance to give back to causes that matter. You will experience working with Fortune 500 companies and high-performance teams across numerous industries.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field, or equivalent experience
3+ years of payroll processing experience, including commission-based compensation
Strong knowledge of payroll laws and regulations
Experience with payroll software such as Paycom, Rippling, or similar systems
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data management
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Nice To Haves

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation
Experience in multi-state payroll processing
Familiarity with HRIS and commission tracking systems

Responsibilities

Process bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll for all employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Calculate sales commission payments based on company compensation plans
Validate commission data in coordination with Sales and Finance teams
Maintain and update payroll records, including new hires, terminations, salary changes, benefits deductions, and commission structures
Review and verify timekeeping and sales and commission data for completeness and accuracy
Ensure compliance with applicable labor laws, tax regulations, and company policies
Calculate wages, overtime, bonuses, and commissions as needed
Manage payroll taxes, filings, and year-end reporting, including W-2s
Coordinate with HR and Finance teams on employee data and benefits administration
Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, commissions, deductions, and discrepancies
Assist with audits and provide documentation as required
Identify opportunities to improve payroll and commission processes and systems
Attend regular internal practice community meetings
Collaborate with your itD practice team on industry thought leadership
Complete client case studies and learning material (blogs, media material)
Build out material to contribute to the Digital Transformation practice
Attend internal itD networking events (in person and virtual)
Work with leadership on career fast-track opportunities