Payroll Specialist

City of Pharr•Pharr, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Payroll Specialist supports the City’s payroll function by ensuring payroll records are accurate, complete, and processed in accordance with City policies and applicable federal and state wage and hour requirements. Key responsibilities include preparing and verifying payroll documentation; entering and auditing time and pay data; maintaining payroll and leave accrual records; assisting with deductions, benefits withholdings, and garnishments; and responding to payroll-related inquiries with clear, timely communication. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply to contribute to accurate, dependable payroll service for City employees.

Requirements

Knowledge of basic payroll practices, bookkeeping procedures, and timekeeping processes
Working knowledge of wage and hour requirements, payroll deductions, leave accruals, benefits deductions, garnishments, and payroll recordkeeping
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Strong accuracy, data entry, basic accounting, and mathematical computation skills
Ability to organize work, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with electronic timekeeping systems and payroll/financial software

Responsibilities

Preparing and verifying payroll documentation
Entering and auditing time and pay data
Maintaining payroll and leave accrual records
Assisting with deductions, benefits withholdings, and garnishments
Responding to payroll-related inquiries with clear, timely communication
Coordinating with multiple departments to clarify submitted time, confirm approvals, and resolve discrepancies before payroll deadlines
Reviewing reports, cross-checking entries, and updating records
Final validation, documentation organization, and maintaining orderly files that support audit readiness and timely pay distribution