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13 results for Payroll Administrator in Houston, TX

Payroll Specialist
  • Houston, TX
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 26 - 28 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a Payroll Specialist on a contract basis, to support payroll processing for a multi-state company. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of payroll regulations, exceptional attention to detail, and experience working in high-volume payroll environments.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Process weekly, bi-weekly, or semi-monthly payroll</li><li>Ensure payroll accuracy and compliance with federal and state regulations</li><li>Review timekeeping records and payroll adjustments</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records and tax documentation</li><li>Process garnishments, deductions, and benefit withholdings</li><li>Respond to payroll-related inquiries</li><li>Assist with year-end payroll activities including W-2 preparation</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-08T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Houston, TX
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 30 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>Our client is seeking an adaptable and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support payroll processing and a variety of human resources functions in a fully onsite role based in Houston. This position will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll for a workforce of approximately 150 employees across Houston and San Antonio, including both hourly and salaried staff.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process payroll accurately and on time for approximately 150 employees across multiple locations</li><li>Manage weekly payroll for hourly employees and semimonthly payroll for salaried employees</li><li>Handle payroll-related items such as garnishments, deductions, and related compliance matters</li><li>Respond to and resolve employee payroll concerns in a timely and professional manner</li><li>Support additional HR functions, including new hire processing and onboarding administration</li><li>Maintain employee payroll and HR records with a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality</li><li>Assist with payroll and HR processes during organizational changes and transitions</li><li>Partner with leadership as needed to support payroll and human resources operations</li></ul>
  • 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z
Payroll Supervisor/Manager/Director
  • Houston, TX
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 110000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee a high-volume payroll operation supporting a large, multi-state employee population in Houston, Texas. The Payroll Manager role combines hands-on payroll ownership with team leadership, requiring someone who can manage complex pay practices, maintain compliance, and strengthen day-to-day payroll execution. The position is well suited for a detail-oriented individual who is comfortable working across multiple entities, supporting union-related payroll considerations, and improving processes in a fast-moving environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities for the Payroll Manager position:</p><p>• Direct end-to-end payroll operations for a workforce of approximately 750 employees across multiple states, ensuring timely and accurate weekly processing.</p><p>• Supervise and mentor a distributed team of three payroll staff members, assigning priorities, reviewing output, and promoting consistent service delivery.</p><p>• Manage payroll activities across multiple tax entities, including reconciliations, year-end reporting, and W-2 preparation.</p><p>• Administer pay for employees with varied compensation models, including training rates, standard earnings, and other nontraditional pay arrangements.</p><p>• Apply payroll rules tied to union agreements, benefit programs, and pension requirements while maintaining accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Serve as the internal expert on ADP Workforce Now and related payroll processes, resolving issues and guiding effective system usage.</p><p>• Coordinate payroll data transfers between ADP Workforce Now and connected platforms such as Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central to support operational continuity.</p><p>• Assess existing payroll workflows and introduce stronger procedures, documentation, and internal controls to improve reliability and efficiency.</p><p>• Partner with leadership and cross-functional teams to provide payroll insight, support contract-related interpretation, and bring stability to the payroll function.</p>
  • 2026-09-17T00:00:00Z
Payroll Supervisor/Manager/Director
  • Houston, TX
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced payroll leader to oversee end-to-end payroll operations for a multi-entity organization based in Houston, Texas. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate, timely payroll processing, maintaining compliance across multiple jurisdictions, and serving as the primary owner of payroll administration from onboarding to separation. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in reporting, reconciliations, retirement plan administration, and process oversight within a complex payroll environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the complete bi-weekly payroll cycle for approximately 50 employees across multiple entities, ensuring all payments are processed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Review and maintain payroll inputs such as time records, compensation updates, tax withholdings, benefit deductions, retirement contributions, leave balances, and direct deposit changes.<br>• Administer payroll-related employee transactions including onboarding, separations, pay adjustments, tax updates, and other employee record changes.<br>• Provide governance and oversight for payroll activities handled at the branch level, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and adherence to established standards.<br>• Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and address payroll practices to reduce risk and maintain proper controls.<br>• Coordinate year-end payroll activities, including account reconciliations, W-2 preparation, tax reporting, and setup for the new payroll year.<br>• Reconcile benefit deductions and work with external vendors to resolve discrepancies and support accurate remittance processing.<br>• Support administration of retirement programs, including 401(k) and deferred compensation plans, with attention to deductions, reporting, and compliance requirements.<br>• Prepare payroll reports, perform account reconciliations, and contribute to payroll-related projects and process improvements as business needs evolve.<br>• Handle off-cycle payroll runs, manual payments, and occasional travel requirements as needed to support deadlines and operational priorities.
  • 2026-09-17T00:00:00Z
Workday Payroll Specialist
  • Houston, TX
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 26.44 - 36.06 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our client is seeking an experienced <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> to join their team on a contract-to-hire basis. This role will be responsible for processing multi-state payroll for a workforce of 500+ employees while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with <strong>Workday Payroll</strong> and a strong understanding of payroll taxes, garnishments, benefits deductions, and payroll reconciliations.</p><p><br></p><p>This position offers an excellent opportunity to join a growing organization and play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll for 500+ employees across multiple states.</li><li>Administer payroll through <strong>Workday Payroll</strong>, ensuring accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Review and validate payroll data, including new hires, terminations, salary changes, bonuses, commissions, and payroll adjustments.</li><li>Audit payroll registers and reconcile discrepancies prior to payroll transmission.</li><li>Process and maintain employee deductions, including benefits, 401(k), garnishments, child support, and tax levies.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations.</li><li>Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts and prepare payroll journal entries.</li><li>Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end payroll activities.</li><li>Support W-2 processing and year-end payroll reconciliations.</li><li>Research and resolve payroll inquiries from employees and management.</li><li>Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Partner with HR, Benefits, and Accounting teams to ensure employee data and payroll information remain accurate.</li><li>Assist with payroll audits, SOX compliance activities, and internal control documentation.</li></ul>
  • 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Manager
  • Houston, TX
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client is hiring for an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to oversee a high-volume payables operation for a publicly traded organization in Houston, Texas. This position is suited for a hands-on leader who can strengthen controls, improve performance through meaningful metrics, and guide a team in a fast-moving environment. The role also plays a key part in advancing process efficiency through automation, AI-driven improvements, and finance system enhancements.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities for the Accounts Payable Manager</p><p>• Direct the daily workflow of the accounts payable function, ensuring invoices and vendor payments are completed accurately and within required timelines.</p><p>• Lead, coach, and support supervisors and team members to build a strong, accountable, and service-oriented AP organization.</p><p>• Uphold a disciplined control framework by enforcing company policies and supporting compliance with public company requirements.</p><p>• Create, monitor, and communicate key performance indicators and operational reporting to drive efficiency, accuracy, and service improvements.</p><p>• Evaluate existing procedures, identify gaps, and implement practical process enhancements that increase scalability and reduce manual effort.</p><p>• Contribute to automation efforts, AI-related initiatives, and finance system implementations or upgrades tied to the AP function.</p><p>• Work closely with procurement, operations, and accounting partners to resolve invoice exceptions, payment concerns, and supplier-related issues.</p><p>• Develop productive relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors to improve responsiveness, communication, and overall service delivery.</p>
  • 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z
Sr. Payroll Manager, CPP
  • Houston, TX
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 120000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Senior Payroll Manager</strong> (High-Volume, Multi-State/Union, Public Company) with their CPP</p><p>Our client, a leading public company, is seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations for a large, complex, and fast-paced environment. This role is ideal for a strategic leader who thrives in high-volume, multi-state, and unionized settings.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>§ <strong>Experience with leading payroll operations for 5,000 plus employees across multiple states.</strong></p><p><strong>§ Processing for California is required</strong></p><p>§ Payroll Cycles are biweekly, weekly, and semi-monthly payrolls.</p><p>§ This role will oversee a team of 5 Payroll Supervisors (each managing 5 specialists), providing mentorship, support, and career development.</p><p>§ The team is processing for a diverse employee base (salaried, hourly, tipped, seasonal, and union) </p><p>§ <strong>Publicly traded company experience due to the Equity Compensation, reporting equity-based compensation programs, such as stock options, restricted stock options (RSUs), etc. </strong></p><p>§ <strong>CPP certification (Certified Payroll Professional) Required</strong></p><p>§ Experience processing for multiple entities</p><p>§ Major ERP/payroll system knowledge (e.g., ADP, Workday, SAP/Dayforce Ceridian).</p><p>§ Implement and maintain procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and union requirements.</p><p>§ This role is typically one that will oversee but at times will need to step in to process payroll during peak periods or complex cycles.</p><p>§ Collaborate cross-functionally, ensuring strong communication with Finance, HR, and other business units.</p><p><strong>Preferences:</strong></p><p>§ Canadian payroll experience is a plus. but not required.</p><p>§ Administer payroll for 100 union groups and manage complexity across 50 FEINs.</p><p>§ Enjoy modern office spaces yet business casual dress code/environment and a collaborative, high-performance work culture.</p><p>§ Bachelor’s Degree – highly preferred</p><p> </p>
  • 2026-08-21T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Waller, TX
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 24 - 25 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day payment operations for a long-term contract opportunity in Waller, Texas. This position focuses on reviewing invoices, confirming accuracy against purchasing documentation, and helping ensure timely and accurate payments to vendors. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, a solid understanding of accounts payable procedures, and the ability to manage a steady workflow in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review supplier invoices against purchase orders to confirm pricing, quantities, and billing accuracy before payment approval.<br>• Assign the correct accounting codes to incoming invoices and enter them into the accounts payable system with precision.<br>• Process a high volume of invoices while maintaining organized records and meeting established deadlines.<br>• Prepare and support regular payment cycles, including check run activities, to ensure vendors are paid on time.<br>• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies by coordinating with internal teams and external suppliers as needed.<br>• Maintain accurate documentation for payable transactions and support audit-ready recordkeeping practices.
  • 2026-09-17T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Houston, TX
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 28 - 30 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to join a team in Houston, Texas on a Contract basis. This onsite opportunity supports day-to-day payables activities while also assisting with selected receivables tasks when needed. The role is well suited for someone who can manage a steady invoice volume, work accurately across multiple priorities, and communicate effectively with vendors and internal teams.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review, verify, and process vendor invoices with a high level of accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Reconcile invoices against purchase orders and related backup documents before submission for payment.<br>• Record payable transactions in the company’s accounting system using appropriate expense and account coding.<br>• Investigate billing differences, missing information, and payment issues to ensure items are resolved promptly.<br>• Serve as a point of contact for vendor inquiries related to invoice status, payment details, and account questions.<br>• Maintain organized and up-to-date vendor files, including payment terms and supporting documentation.<br>• Contribute to month-end close activities by preparing accounts payable records and assisting with reconciliations.<br>• Partner with internal departments to secure approvals, clarify invoice details, and address processing delays.<br>• Provide backup support for accounts receivable activities such as cash application research and customer payment inquiries.<br>• Assist with additional accounting and administrative assignments as business needs require.
  • 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Staff Accountant
  • Houston, TX
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client is looking for an Accounts Payable Staff Accountant to join a growing team. This position is ideal for an accounting specialist with strong attention to detail who can manage invoice workflows, support accurate financial reporting, and communicate clearly with internal stakeholders. The role offers the opportunity to contribute across accounts payable operations, reconciliations, and month-end accounting activities in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee the full accounts payable cycle, including reviewing invoices, assigning accurate account codes, matching supporting documentation, and preparing items for payment.</p><p>• Record journal entries and maintain supporting schedules to ensure financial transactions are posted correctly and on time.</p><p>• Participate in team discussions and status meetings by providing updates on payable activity, open items, and issues requiring follow-up.</p><p>• Reconcile accounts receivable-related balances and balance sheet accounts, investigate discrepancies, and summarize variances for management review.</p><p>• Prepare and process 1099-related documentation in compliance with reporting requirements and year-end deadlines.</p><p>• Use Excel tools such as pivot tables and lookup functions to organize data, analyze trends, and support account reconciliations.</p><p>• Assist with check runs and payment processing while maintaining accuracy and adherence to internal controls.</p><p>• Work within a large-scale ERP or accounting platform to manage invoice processing, reporting, and transaction records efficiently.</p>
  • 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable
  • Houston, TX
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 22 - 26 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to support a growing organization with high-volume invoice processing and vendor payment activities. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Process high-volume vendor invoices accurately and timely</li><li>Perform three-way matching of invoices, purchase orders, and receipts</li><li>Research and resolve invoice discrepancies</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and maintain vendor relationships</li><li>Prepare and process weekly check runs and electronic payments</li><li>Assist with month-end closing activities</li><li>Maintain accurate accounts payable records and documentation</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-08T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Lead or Supervisor
  • Houston, TX
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client is looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Lead to manage day-to-day payables operations and help keep financial processes accurate, organized, and on schedule. This role is an important part of a high-performing finance team, providing support to staff, building strong vendor relationships, and helping improve efficiency across invoice and payment workflows. The ideal Accounts Payable Lead candidate has solid accounts payable experience, proven leadership skills, and a hands-on approach that works well in a fast-moving environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities for the Accounts Payable Lead</p><p>• Lead the day-to-day work of the accounts payable team, including coaching, training, and providing support to help drive strong performance and professional growth.</p><p>• Act as a main point of contact for vendors, handling more complex payment inquiries, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining strong working relationships.</p><p>• Oversee invoice review, coding, and payment processing to help ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely completion of check, ACH, and other payment cycles.</p><p>• Support the implementation and ongoing use of accounts payable and procurement systems, including automation tools that help improve efficiency and strengthen controls.</p><p>• Prepare reports for finance leadership to provide visibility into payables activity, outstanding items, and operational trends.</p><p>• Work closely with procurement, finance, and other internal teams to improve coordination and help create smoother end-to-end processes.</p><p>• Assist with month-end close activities, reconciliations, and special projects that support team and company goals.</p><p>• Stay on top of multiple priorities and deadlines while handling sensitive financial information with sound judgment and discretion.</p>
  • 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z
Database Administrator
  • Houston, TX
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 58.4535 - 67.683 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Database Administrator to join a Long-term Contract assignment in Houston, Texas. This position will guide database strategy, strengthen operational standards, and provide hands-on mentorship to internal technical staff. The role is well suited for a highly capable individual who can combine architectural insight with practical administration across multiple database platforms.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Mentor internal database and development team members on administration practices, troubleshooting methods, and sustainable support processes.<br>• Provide architectural guidance for database environments and recommend scalable standards that improve reliability, security, and maintainability.<br>• Partner with the in-house administrator to build technical capability through coaching, knowledge transfer, and documented operating procedures.<br>• Oversee performance analysis and tuning efforts across database platforms to improve efficiency, availability, and query response times.<br>• Support the management of Actian Zen and Microsoft SQL Server environments, including integration points and data movement processes.<br>• Contribute expertise to data warehouse, governance, and broader data platform initiatives as they evolve.<br>• Review existing database operations and establish best practices for backup, recovery, monitoring, and ongoing maintenance.<br>• Advise stakeholders on database design decisions, platform usage, and approaches that align with long-term business needs.
  • 2026-09-16T00:00:00Z