Sr. Payroll Analyst

JOB-10046104

Anticipated Start Date

April 1, 2026

Location

Houston, TX

Type of Employment

Contract

Employer Info

Since our clients founding it has exhibited a remarkable ability to do what others said could not be done.  Ranked among the world’s largest petrochemicals manufacturers. Their growth has been nothing short of miraculous. Today, the company has operations in over 50 countries with a global workforce of over 32,000 talented individuals.

Job Summary

The Payroll Analyst is responsible for supporting and executing payroll-related activities in a vendor-managed payroll environment. This role will execute U.S. payroll activities; various ad hoc activities needed to pay employees timely and accurately. This role will help maintain integrity and compliance for all payroll issues.

Job Description

• Support payroll operations in a vendor-managed environment by preparing, validating and submitting payroll data
• Load and maintain garnishments, payroll adjustments, special payments, and leave of absence transactions
• Review and sign-off timecards - check for compliance with pay and benefits policies and correct if necessary; conduct PTO analysis to maintain accurate PTO accrual balance in ADP e-Time; consult with manager regarding discrepancies and resolve; set up and test new schedules as required                                                                  
• Execute payrolls and off-cycle payments     
• Prepare and submit payroll tax filings and payments                                            
• Investigate and resolve any discrepancies and inquiries regarding payroll, deductions, and time and attendance. Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll matters
• Work closely with Human Resources for master data reconciliation and cooperate with Payroll Accounting for payroll accounting reconciliation                                                                  
• Reconcile various payroll and benefit deductions
• Support data requests and audit activities for the team                                                                   
• Help develop and maintain process flow and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) documents         
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
• Manage other misc. ad hoc projects, reporting, etc., related to the payroll function

Skills Required

• 3-5 years payroll processing experience
• Proficient experience with ADP payroll systems
• Intermediate to Advanced Excel skills, including V-lookup and Pivot table
• Exhibit excellent customer service skills
• Ability to handle multiple priorities at once
• Ability to maintain a strong attention to detail
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion 

Education/Training/Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Accounting, Finance, or related fields

Additional Requirements

• SAP experience preferred
• Experience with multi-state payroll

Pay Rate/Salary

• $35.00 - $40.00/hr. Compensation will be offered within this posted range based on experience, skills, and market factors