<p><strong>Position:</strong> Payroll Specialist (Contract-to-Hire)</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Downtown Houston, TX – 100% Onsite</p><p><strong>Pay Range:</strong> $27.00–$38.00 per hour (Based on Experience)</p><p>Robert Half is working with a rapidly growing company in downtown Houston to find a skilled <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> for a <strong>contract-to-hire</strong> position. This onsite role is ideal for a payroll professional who is passionate about accuracy, compliance, and delivering excellent service in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process bi-weekly and weekly payroll for hourly, salaried, and exempt employees using payroll software.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal and state payroll tax laws, including accurate and timely submission of payroll taxes.</li><li>Maintain and update payroll records, including employee changes, benefits contributions, deductions, wage garnishments, and direct deposit details.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries and address any discrepancies or adjustments with urgency and professionalism.</li><li>Reconcile payroll transactions to the general ledger and assist with payroll-related journal entries.</li><li>Prepare and issue W-2s and other payroll-related documentation in adherence to year-end reporting requirements.</li><li>Support audits by providing payroll records and other requested documentation.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline processes that enhance efficiency without sacrificing accuracy.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>HR Specialist (Temporary-to-Full-Time) — Non-Profit | Spring, TX</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Schedule:</strong> Onsite for first 90 days; then hybrid (3 days in office / 2 days WFH)</p><p><br></p><p>About the Role</p><p>Our client, a mission-driven non-profit in <strong>Spring, TX</strong>, is seeking a detail-oriented <strong>HR Specialist</strong> on a <strong>temporary-to-full-time</strong> basis. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in <strong>workers’ compensation claim investigations</strong> and <strong>FMLA administration</strong>, along with a solid background supporting large employee populations.</p><p>This role offers the opportunity to manage important compliance functions while also contributing to broader HR initiatives. After the initial 90-day training period onsite, the position will move to a hybrid schedule.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li><strong>Workers’ Compensation:</strong> Manage the full lifecycle of claims, including investigations, documentation, carrier coordination, and return-to-work planning.</li><li><strong>Leave Programs:</strong> Administer <strong>FMLA</strong>, <strong>ADA</strong>, and other leaves in compliance with legal and internal requirements; maintain accurate leave records; partner with payroll and benefits teams.</li><li><strong>Onboarding & Compliance:</strong> Facilitate new hire orientation; complete <strong>I-9/E-Verify</strong>; ensure documentation accuracy and compliance.</li><li><strong>HRIS & Reporting:</strong> Maintain employee records, support data integrity, and prepare HR reporting as needed.</li><li><strong>Employee Support:</strong> Serve as a point of contact for HR-related questions and provide timely assistance.</li><li><strong>Projects & Continuous Improvement:</strong> Contribute to HR projects such as job description updates, compliance audits, and engagement initiatives.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Our client, a prominent organization located in downtown Houston, TX, is seeking a Benefits Specialist to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Benefits Administrator looking to advance into a more strategic role or for an experienced specialist seeking a dynamic work environment. If you have a strong background in benefits administration and enjoy taking a lead role in critical areas, this could be the perfect fit for you!</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p>Leave Administration: Serve as the lead for managing employee leaves of absence, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and organizational policies, and providing support to employees throughout the process.</p><p>Wellness Programs: Take charge of designing, implementing, and promoting wellness initiatives to enhance employee well-being and engagement.</p><p>EAP Coordination: Act as the primary liaison with the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provider, ensuring employees have access to the support and resources they need.</p><p>Serve as an expert communicator, providing clear, confident, and professional guidance on benefits-related matters to employees and stakeholders.</p><p>Actively manage benefits enrollment, ensuring seamless transitions and support during open enrollment periods.</p><p>Collaborate with HR, accounting, and payroll teams to ensure accurate benefits processing and insurance billing reconciliation.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>This is a direct hire role paying up to 80K plus benefits working a hybrid schedule.</p>
We are looking for a highly skilled Compensation & Benefits Specialist to join our Human Resources team in Houston, Texas. In this contract position, you will play a vital role in shaping and maintaining equitable compensation structures while ensuring alignment with organizational goals. This opportunity is ideal for someone with expertise in compensation processes and a passion for delivering impactful results.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead compensation-related projects, including role mapping assignments and the development of structured salary grades.<br>• Design and implement salary grade frameworks based on market analysis and internal pay equity standards.<br>• Conduct audits of existing compensation practices to identify and resolve inconsistencies in salary ranges.<br>• Manage job code reviews, addressing duplicate entries and ensuring alignment with organizational roles.<br>• Utilize UKG Pro software to analyze payroll and compensation data, supporting informed decision-making.<br>• Research market trends to provide recommendations for maintaining competitive compensation offerings.<br>• Collaborate with HR teams and leadership to communicate updates to salary ranges and compensation policies.<br>• Support the development and execution of strategies to enhance pay equity across the organization.<br>• Provide expertise in benefits coordination, including compliance with FMLA and other regulations.
We are looking for an experienced Contracts Specialist to join our team in Houston, Texas. In this long-term contract position, you will play a pivotal role in managing and negotiating construction-related agreements, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks. This opportunity is ideal for someone with a strong background in contract management and excellent communication skills.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review, draft, and negotiate various contracts, including master service agreements, subcontracts, purchase orders, and vendor agreements.<br>• Ensure all contract terms align with company policies, industry standards, and risk tolerance.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams such as project management, procurement, legal, and operations to address contractual needs.<br>• Identify potential risks in agreements and propose actionable solutions to minimize exposure.<br>• Manage the contract lifecycle, including tracking status, obligations, and renewals.<br>• Maintain compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.<br>• Serve as a liaison between internal stakeholders and external parties to support business objectives.<br>• Provide guidance on contract-related matters to ensure smooth execution of agreements.
<p>Our client is currently seeking a highly skilled <strong>Payroll Processor</strong> to join their team in The Woodlands, TX<strong> on a long-term contract basis</strong>. This role is pivotal in ensuring that payroll is processed accurately, on time, and in compliance with applicable laws across a diverse workforce, including domestic and expatriate employees. Additionally, this position provides backup support for payroll tax administration and global relocation activities. If you are detail-oriented, process-driven, and thrive in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Payroll Processing:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage and execute end-to-end payroll cycles for multi-state and U.S. expatriates, ensuring accuracy and timeliness across bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and monthly payrolls.</li><li>Import batches, balance payroll transactions, and run preview reports to validate data and resolve any discrepancies.</li><li>Review computed wages and identify/correct errors to maintain accuracy.</li><li>Ensure all changes to payroll are reflected and processed correctly in the system.</li></ul><p><strong>Payroll Support & Communication:</strong></p><ul><li>Respond to inquiries and requests related to payroll, including employee concerns and detailed reporting.</li><li>Inspect and approve automated system output, including registers and standard reports, correcting out-of-balance conditions as needed.</li></ul><p><strong>Tax Administration:</strong></p><ul><li>Execute periodic tax filings (quarterly and year-end). </li><li>Collaborate with third-party providers and stay current with payroll tax law changes; resolve tax notices from federal, state, and local agencies.</li><li>Collect and update state unemployment rates, ensuring proper application in the system.</li></ul><p><strong>Year-End & Vendor Reconciliation:</strong></p><ul><li>Coordinate year-end planning activities, including W2 processing and resolution of post-delivery issues.</li><li>Reconcile payments to vendors and third-party providers, ensuring financial accuracy.</li></ul><p><strong>Audit & Compliance:</strong></p><ul><li>Validate SAP data through comprehensive audits, balancing payroll results, general ledger postings, and third-party remittances.</li><li>Assist with both internal and external audits, maintaining compliance with organizational policies and government regulations.</li></ul><p><strong>Special Projects:</strong></p><ul><li>Support various management-directed special initiatives and process improvements.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client located in Willis, TX is seeking a highly experienced and motivated North America Customs Manager to oversee trade compliance and customs operations across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The ideal candidate will ensure the company’s adherence to U.S. import/export regulations, maintain compliance with trade laws, and manage cross-border operations efficiently. This role requires exceptional technical knowledge, outstanding communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with external consultants.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>Trade Compliance Oversight: Ensure compliance with U.S. import/export regulations, including CFR Title 19 (Parts 0-140 and 141-199) and relevant rules for Mexico and Canada.</p><p>Customs Management: Lead customs operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of import/export documentation and adherence to required practices.</p><p>Licenses and Certifications: Apply expertise as a U.S. Licensed Customs Broker or Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) to oversee and optimize customs processes.</p><p>MTR Expertise: Leverage 2+ years of working knowledge of the Maquiladora tax regime (MTR) to manage compliance for manufacturing operations in Mexico and support the company’s tax-efficient supply chain.</p><p>Supply Chain Support: Provide support for logistics and supply chain functions, with intermediate knowledge of supply chain management principles.</p><p>Data Reporting and Presentation: Pull, analyze, and present customs and trade compliance reports to senior management, ensuring clear communication and actionable insights.</p><p>Cross-Level Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with internal teams, consultants, and all levels of management to ensure smooth operations and compliance.</p><p>Team Management: Act as a people-oriented leader to foster positive relationships and a strong culture within the team and organization.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>About the Role</p><p><br></p><p>Our client is seeking <strong>an experienced banking contractor</strong> to support a <strong>Correspondent Banking Onboarding Project</strong>. The selected contractors will be responsible for performing KYC/Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) and building written onboarding procedures for correspondent banking clients. This is a high-visibility project with the goal of onboarding 15 correspondent banks and establishing clear policies and processes by year-end.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Perform Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and KYC reviews for correspondent banking relationships in line with regulatory expectations and internal policies.</li><li>Manage the full end-to-end onboarding process for new correspondent banks, including documentation review and validation.</li><li>Utilize the Wolfsberg Questionnaire and other industry-standard tools to assess correspondent bank risk.</li><li>Develop and document clear written procedures for:</li><li> • Onboarding correspondent banks</li><li> • Ongoing due diligence and periodic reviews</li><li>Conduct documentation checks on two existing correspondent relationships to ensure files are complete and aligned with new standards.</li><li>Liaise with internal stakeholders to ensure all onboarding and documentation meets client and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Provide subject-matter expertise on correspondent banking risks, KYC, and best practices.</li></ul>
<p>We are seeking an experienced attorney to serve as In-House Counsel for a commercial real estate development firm. This role will handle a wide range of legal matters including contract drafting and negotiation, lease administration, tenant disputes, and compliance. The attorney will work closely with leadership and project teams to provide practical legal guidance that supports the company’s business objectives.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, leases, purchase and sale agreements, and related real estate documents.</li><li>Deliver demand letters and manage tenant disputes, defaults, and enforcement actions.</li><li>Advise on property acquisitions, financing, and development transactions.</li><li>Ensure compliance with corporate governance and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Oversee outside counsel as needed for litigation or specialized matters.</li><li>Identify and mitigate legal risks, providing strategic recommendations to leadership.</li><li>Maintain accurate legal records and contract documentation.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Valuation Services Manager to join a dynamic public accounting firm in Houston, Texas. In this role, you will lead valuation engagements, oversee reviews of third-party appraisals, and provide expert consulting services for various financial needs, including tax planning, financial reporting, and litigation. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for clients across diverse industries.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct detailed reviews of third-party appraisals to support audit processes.<br>• Plan and manage the scope, execution, and daily activities of multiple valuation engagements.<br>• Ensure deliverables meet high standards of accuracy and quality while mitigating engagement risks.<br>• Build strong client relationships and provide expert guidance throughout the valuation process.<br>• Clearly communicate and document valuation methodologies and related accounting issues.<br>• Prepare and finalize comprehensive valuation reports with precision and clarity.<br>• Provide valuation services across industries for purposes such as financial reporting, tax compliance, and litigation.<br>• Deliver business and intangible asset valuations for mergers, acquisitions, restructuring, and corporate planning.<br>• Collaborate with accounting and auditing teams to align valuation services with client needs.<br>• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and regulations to enhance service delivery.
We are looking for an experienced HR Recruiter to join our team in The Woodlands, Texas. In this long-term contract position, you will play a pivotal role in identifying and securing top engineering talent for our clients. If you have a passion for full-cycle recruiting and a strong understanding of corporate hiring practices, we invite you to bring your expertise to this dynamic opportunity.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Source, screen, and interview candidates with specialized engineering skills to match client needs.<br>• Build and maintain a robust pipeline of engineering professionals through networking, industry events, and database searches.<br>• Develop job postings and utilize innovative sourcing strategies to attract top talent.<br>• Establish and nurture relationships with engineering firms to understand their hiring objectives and technical requirements.<br>• Collaborate with subject matter experts and internal teams to stay informed about industry trends and demands.<br>• Provide guidance and support throughout the hiring process, fostering positive experiences for both clients and candidates.<br>• Use applicant tracking systems to manage candidate data and ensure hiring processes are efficient.<br>• Conduct thorough evaluations of candidates to assess their qualifications and compatibility with client expectations.<br>• Stay proactive in identifying opportunities to enhance recruitment strategies and meet long-term hiring goals.
We are looking for a Senior Tax Accountant with a strong background in public accounting to join our team in Houston, Texas. In this role, you will work closely with a diverse portfolio of clients, including both private and public companies, to provide expert tax services and strategic planning. This is an opportunity to leverage your technical expertise while contributing to a dynamic and collaborative environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare federal, state, and individual tax returns for corporations, partnerships, and individuals.<br>• Handle the preparation of international informational tax returns to ensure compliance with global tax regulations.<br>• Assist in the preparation of tax provisions, including analyzing financial data and applying relevant accounting standards.<br>• Support tax planning and consulting projects by providing strategic insights and recommendations.<br>• Conduct tax research and draft memos analyzing the application of tax codes and regulations to client-specific scenarios.<br>• Represent clients during federal and state tax audits, providing guidance and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.<br>• Collaborate with team members on various tax-related initiatives and projects to improve processes and client outcomes.<br>• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of tax laws and regulations to provide accurate and reliable guidance.<br>• Perform additional duties as required to support the broader tax team.
<p>We are in the process of recruiting a Benefits Support Analyst for our team located in Houston, Texas. The individual will be a pivotal team member with an emphasis on systems, Benefits knowledge will be instrumental in ensuring customer success. The role will involve translating clients’ needs into product specifications for software enhancements and acting as a subject matter expert in the Benefits functional area.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Support customers throughout the complete project lifecycle, from sales to implementation and support.</p><p>• Address and resolve Benefit related support tickets in a timely and efficient manner.</p><p>• Act as a conduit for knowledge transfer, sharing insights on Benefits practices and processes with both clients and internal team members.</p><p>• Engage in user training preparation and delivery, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of our software for customers.</p><p>• Document and map customer business processes and third-party integrations, identifying areas for increased client satisfaction during the sales or implementation process.</p><p>• Undertake quality assurance tasks, testing tickets related to Benefits to ensure optimal functionality.</p><p>• Serve as a liaison between clients and our business, effectively communicating client needs regarding software functionality and performance.</p>
<p>Our client, located in the heart of downtown Houston, is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented <strong>HRIS Administrator</strong> to join their team on a hybrid schedule. This is an exciting opportunity to work in an HR environment supporting systems that enhance organizational efficiency and data integrity.</p><p><strong>Position Overview:</strong></p><p>The HRIS Administrator will play a key role in maintaining and improving the company’s HRIS systems, assisting with data maintenance, running reports, testing changes, and supporting regulatory reporting requirements. This position sits within the HR department, but IT handles coding-related tasks, allowing the HRIS Administrator to focus on system operations and reporting functionality.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>HRIS Support:</strong> Assist in the implementation, updates, and amendments to HRIS systems like UKG Pro (preferred), Workday, or SuccessFactors.</li><li><strong>Data Maintenance:</strong> Manage data accuracy and integrity within the HRIS systems.</li><li><strong>Reporting:</strong> Run reports, contribute to regulatory reporting, and support ad hoc reporting needs.</li><li><strong>Testing:</strong> Assist with testing HRIS system changes to ensure accuracy and functionality.</li><li><strong>Analytics Tools:</strong> Utilize <strong>Power BI</strong> to create visual reports for decision-making purposes.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>This is a direct hire opportunity paying up to 83K plus benefits working a hybrid schedule.</p>
