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Payroll Specialist
<p>Our client in Spring, TX is searching for a Payroll Time Management Specialist on a long-term contract basis. The Payroll Time Management Specialist is an integral part of the Payroll Operations team, responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll for large populations of salaried exempt, non-exempt, and hourly employees.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee reliable administration and documentation of site pay policies and time entry procedures for salaried exempt and non-exempt teams; analyze and recommend policy standardizations when needed.</li><li>Perform timely audits of time entries to ensure compliance with payroll policies, procedures, and regulatory standards; make recommendations and mitigations when necessary.</li><li>Act as the primary point of contact for employees and supervisors regarding time entry and pay policy questions; interpret, advise, and resolve inquiries according to established policies or best-judgment practices.</li><li>Process changes to schedules and timesheets, including off-site training attendance, prior period adjustments, and validate the basis for changes.</li><li>Collaborate with other teams to facilitate resolution of timekeeping issues, providing consultation and subject matter expertise.</li><li>Lead and support annual time-related audits and end-user testing of system releases.</li><li>Evaluate and approve/deny new work schedule requests to ensure alignment with company standards.</li></ul>
<p><strong>Required Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum 3 years of experience in payroll/timekeeping operations for large employee populations.</li><li>High School diploma or equivalent.</li><li>Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).</li><li>Proven ability to analyze data, troubleshoot, and solve problems effectively.</li><li>Ability to multitask, exercise independent judgment, and maintain confidentiality.</li><li>Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills; professional demeanor in all situations.</li></ul>
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  • the Woodlands, TX
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 30.00 - 38.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our client in Spring, TX is searching for a Payroll Time Management Specialist on a long-term contract basis. The Payroll Time Management Specialist is an integral part of the Payroll Operations team, responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll for large populations of salaried exempt, non-exempt, and hourly employees.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee reliable administration and documentation of site pay policies and time entry procedures for salaried exempt and non-exempt teams; analyze and recommend policy standardizations when needed.</li><li>Perform timely audits of time entries to ensure compliance with payroll policies, procedures, and regulatory standards; make recommendations and mitigations when necessary.</li><li>Act as the primary point of contact for employees and supervisors regarding time entry and pay policy questions; interpret, advise, and resolve inquiries according to established policies or best-judgment practices.</li><li>Process changes to schedules and timesheets, including off-site training attendance, prior period adjustments, and validate the basis for changes.</li><li>Collaborate with other teams to facilitate resolution of timekeeping issues, providing consultation and subject matter expertise.</li><li>Lead and support annual time-related audits and end-user testing of system releases.</li><li>Evaluate and approve/deny new work schedule requests to ensure alignment with company standards.</li></ul>
  • 2025-11-12T22:33:53Z

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