We are looking for an experienced Payroll Supervisor/Manager to support a busy Oil & Gas field services organization in Houston, Texas. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a payroll specialist who can lead accurate, high-volume payroll operations while maintaining strong control over benefits-related reconciliations and audits. The role requires a hands-on leader who is highly organized, comfortable working onsite, and confident using ADP Workforce Now and Excel to manage payroll activities with precision.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for a large employee population, ensuring timely and accurate completion of bi-monthly payroll cycles.<br>• Manage multi-state payroll activities in compliance with applicable wage, tax, and reporting requirements across jurisdictions.<br>• Use ADP Workforce Now to administer payroll transactions, review records, and resolve processing issues efficiently.<br>• Conduct detailed audits of payroll and benefits data to identify discrepancies, validate deductions, and support accurate financial records.<br>• Reconcile payroll-related and benefits accounts, following up on variances and correcting issues in a timely manner.<br>• Verify insurance benefit deductions and related payroll entries to ensure alignment between payroll records and benefit enrollments.<br>• Prepare, analyze, and maintain payroll reports and supporting documentation using Excel and internal systems.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders to address payroll questions, improve accuracy, and maintain consistent payroll practices.<br>• Support onsite payroll operations in Houston, Texas, with a strong focus on organization, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
<p>Our client near Downtown Houston is seeking an experienced Payroll Supervisor for a contract assignment. In this leadership position, you will supervise payroll processing for a high-volume, multi-state (U.S.) and multi-province (Canada) operation, overseeing a team of six Payroll Specialists. This is a hands-on supervisory role within the company’s Shared Services group.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise and coordinate all payroll processing activities to ensure timely and accurate delivery of weekly payroll for union and non-union employees</li><li>Review team staffing to provide adequate coverage for all payroll tasks</li><li>Train, supervise, and conduct annual performance reviews for direct reports</li><li>Assist management with implementation of quality control measures</li><li>Conduct regular reconciliation, reviews, and audits of payroll records to ensure compliance and accuracy</li><li>Process special payments including bonuses and taxable/non-taxable fringe benefits</li><li>Act as a main point of contact for payroll-related inquiries from HR, accounting, and other internal departments</li><li>Provide support for the payroll hotline and resolve employee payroll issues</li><li>Function as a liaison with union representatives as required</li><li>Ensure confidentiality and proper security of all payroll information</li><li>Participate in special projects and perform additional duties as assigned</li></ul><p><br></p>