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Payroll Specialist

Houston, TX
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our team in North Houston, Texas. In this role, you will oversee payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and regulations. This position offers a dynamic work environment, opportunities for growth in attention to detail, and access to comprehensive benefits. Responsibilities:• Input payroll data into internal systems and Excel spreadsheets for seamless processing.• Manage monthly commission and bonus payouts with precision.• Update employee records with changes such as salary adjustments and other employment details.• Develop and implement ideas to improve payroll efficiency and workflows.• Collaborate with HR and management teams to support special projects and ad hoc requests.• Process and document wage garnishments accurately.• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in payroll calculations.• Address employee inquiries related to compensation in a timely manner.• Coordinate closely with accounting teams across various departments.• Safeguard employee information and maintain confidentiality at all times.
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Spring, TX
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Temporary to Hire
25.65 - 29.7 USD / Hourly
A growing company located in The Woodlands is seeking a Payroll Tax Analyst for a contract-to-hire opportunity. This role is responsible for supporting daily, quarterly, and annual payroll tax filings, reconciliations, tax setup, and notice resolution in a multi-state environment.This position is fully onsite initially for training and onboarding, with the potential for a hybrid schedule after hire based on performance and business needs.Responsibilities<ul><li>Process and support payroll tax filings and reconciliations</li><li>Manage tax notices, agency correspondence, and issue resolution</li><li>Research tax codes and complete tax setup for new accounts</li><li>Communicate with clients and internal teams to gather tax information</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll tax data in internal systems</li></ul>
2026-07-02T00:00:00Z

Payroll Administrator

Houston, TX
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join our team in Houston, Texas. In this role, you will manage multi-state payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and regulations. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment while handling high-volume payroll tasks. Responsibilities:• Process multi-state payrolls across various pay cycles with precision and efficiency.• Handle high-volume payroll transactions, ensuring timely and accurate completion.• Reconcile payroll discrepancies and promptly resolve any identified issues.• Manage the calculation and processing of bonuses, commissions, and other special payments.• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.• Maintain and update employee payroll records in ADP Workforce Now.• Collaborate with HR and finance teams to address payroll-related inquiries and concerns.• Generate and review payroll reports to identify trends and ensure data accuracy.• Stay updated on payroll laws and best practices to ensure organizational compliance.Hybrid position - 4 days in office and 1 from home
2026-06-30T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

Houston, TX
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 32 USD / Hourly
Interim Payroll Specialist (3–5 Month Contract)Our client is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to provide interim support during a critical payroll transition. This role will bridge a 3–5 month gap created by a team resignation and the planned migration of U.S. payroll operations to a UK-based team. The ideal candidate will be able to step in quickly, maintain payroll continuity, support a recently implemented system, and help minimize disruption during the transition.Responsibilities<ul><li>Process weekly payroll for a contingent workforce of approximately 120–250 contractors, depending on payroll cycle volume.</li><li>Manage full-cycle payroll activities, including new hires, off-cycle payrolls ("baby batches"), payroll adjustments, and payroll reconciliations.</li><li>Handle garnishments, child support orders, unemployment claims, and other payroll-related compliance matters.</li><li>Ensure accurate payroll processing across multi-state employee populations.</li><li>Support benefits administration and payroll-related employee inquiries.</li><li>Manage multiple shared inboxes and maintain organized tracking processes to ensure timely issue resolution.</li><li>Communicate professionally with contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders regarding payroll matters.</li><li>Assist with troubleshooting and process improvements related to a recently implemented payroll system.</li><li>Support payroll documentation and knowledge transfer efforts as operations transition to the UK team.</li><li>Collect mail and receive ADP deliveries during required Friday office visits.</li><li> </li></ul>
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Deer Park, TX
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Temporary / Contract
20.9 - 24.2 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support daily payables operations for a busy accounting team in Deer Park, Texas. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who takes pride in accuracy, keeps financial records organized, and can manage payment activity with consistency and professionalism. The person in this role will help ensure invoices are reviewed properly, vendors are supported promptly, and disbursements are completed on schedule. Responsibilities: • Review incoming invoices for completeness, accuracy, and proper approval before entering them into the payment workflow. • Assign correct general ledger or account codes to invoices to support accurate financial reporting and cost tracking. • Process accounts payable transactions efficiently while maintaining organized documentation and audit-ready records. • Coordinate ACH payments and assist with scheduled check runs to ensure vendors are paid within established timelines. • Communicate with vendors to resolve billing questions, payment discrepancies, and account status inquiries in a timely manner. • Reconcile payable records against supporting documentation and identify issues that require correction or follow-up. • Partner with accounting staff to maintain smooth month-end close support related to invoice processing and payment activity.
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Houston, TX
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Temporary / Contract
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
Our client is looking for an AP Specialist to join their team on a contract to hire basis. This role will be 100% onsite in the Garden Oaks area. Responsibilities:• Oversee the accounts payable process from invoice intake through final payment, ensuring each transaction is reviewed, coded, approved, and completed accurately.• Assign expenses correctly within QuickBooks Online using class coding and the chart of accounts to support reliable financial reporting.• Execute vendor payments through ACH, wire transfers, check runs, and AP payment platforms such as Bill.com or comparable systems.• Maintain complete and orderly vendor documentation, including tax forms, payment records, and other supporting files.• Reconcile vendor statements, investigate billing differences, and resolve payment-related issues in a timely manner.• Review aging reports regularly to help ensure outstanding obligations are addressed according to payment terms.• Partner with internal teams to track approvals and keep invoice workflows efficient across departments.• Contribute to month-end accounting activities by assisting with reconciliations, accrual support, and related reporting tasks.• Support multi-entity accounting needs, including intercompany allocations and accurate recordkeeping across business units.• Prepare Excel-based reports and provide audit support by gathering documentation and responding to accounting information requests.
2026-06-18T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Houston, TX
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Temporary / Contract
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to support a busy finance team. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone who brings strong knowledge of invoice processing, vendor account balancing, and purchase order review, along with hands-on experience using Coupa and Microsoft Excel. The role requires someone who can maintain accuracy, resolve discrepancies efficiently, and help ensure timely payment operations. Responsibilities: • Process high-volume accounts payable transactions with accuracy and in accordance with established payment timelines • Examine invoices and purchase orders to confirm proper approvals, coding, and supporting documentation before payment • Reconcile vendor statements and investigate account differences to ensure balances are correct • Communicate with suppliers and internal departments to resolve invoice issues, missing information, and payment questions • Use Coupa to manage payable workflows, monitor transaction status, and maintain organized records • Prepare and update Excel-based tracking reports to support payment activity, reconciliations, and audit readiness • Research exceptions such as duplicate invoices, pricing mismatches, and unapproved charges, then drive timely resolution • Assist with month-end close activities related to accounts payable, including reporting and account review
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Payroll Supervisor/Manager/Director

Houston, TX
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Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities for the Payroll Manager position:• Direct end-to-end payroll operations for a workforce of approximately 750 employees across multiple states, ensuring timely and accurate weekly processing.• Supervise and mentor a distributed team of three payroll staff members, assigning priorities, reviewing output, and promoting consistent service delivery.• Manage payroll activities across multiple tax entities, including reconciliations, year-end reporting, and W-2 preparation.• Administer pay for employees with varied compensation models, including training rates, standard earnings, and other nontraditional pay arrangements.• Apply payroll rules tied to union agreements, benefit programs, and pension requirements while maintaining accuracy and compliance.• Serve as the internal expert on ADP Workforce Now and related payroll processes, resolving issues and guiding effective system usage.• Coordinate payroll data transfers between ADP Workforce Now and connected platforms such as Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central to support operational continuity.• Assess existing payroll workflows and introduce stronger procedures, documentation, and internal controls to improve reliability and efficiency.• Partner with leadership and cross-functional teams to provide payroll insight, support contract-related interpretation, and bring stability to the payroll function.
2026-07-02T00:00:00Z

Payroll Supervisor/Manager/Director

Houston, TX
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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. Responsibilities: • Manage the complete bi-weekly payroll cycle for approximately 50 employees across multiple entities, ensuring all payments are processed accurately and on schedule. • Review and maintain payroll inputs such as time records, compensation updates, tax withholdings, benefit deductions, retirement contributions, leave balances, and direct deposit changes. • Administer payroll-related employee transactions including onboarding, separations, pay adjustments, tax updates, and other employee record changes. • Provide governance and oversight for payroll activities handled at the branch level, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and adherence to established standards. • Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and address payroll practices to reduce risk and maintain proper controls. • Coordinate year-end payroll activities, including account reconciliations, W-2 preparation, tax reporting, and setup for the new payroll year. • Reconcile benefit deductions and work with external vendors to resolve discrepancies and support accurate remittance processing. • Support administration of retirement programs, including 401(k) and deferred compensation plans, with attention to deductions, reporting, and compliance requirements. • Prepare payroll reports, perform account reconciliations, and contribute to payroll-related projects and process improvements as business needs evolve. • Handle off-cycle payroll runs, manual payments, and occasional travel requirements as needed to support deadlines and operational priorities.
2026-07-06T00:00:00Z

Sr. Payroll Manager, CPP

Houston, TX
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Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
Job Posting: Senior Payroll Manager (High-Volume, Multi-State/Union, Public Company)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. Key Responsibilities:• Lead payroll operations for 7,000–10,000+ employees across multiple states (including California) and Canada, encompassing biweekly, weekly, and semi-monthly payrolls.• Oversee a team of 4 Payroll Supervisors (each managing 5 specialists), providing mentorship, support, and career development.• Ensure accurate, timely payroll processing for a diverse employee base (salaried, hourly, tipped, seasonal, union).• Administer payroll for 100 union groups and manage complexity across 50 FEINs.• Partner with HR and internal stakeholders to resolve payroll issues diplomatically, manage escalations, and foster a positive work environment.• Implement and maintain procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and union requirements.• Drive process improvements, leveraging ERP/payroll systems for optimal efficiency and accuracy.• Step in to process payroll during peak periods or complex cycles.• Collaborate cross-functionally, ensuring strong communication with Finance, HR, and other business units. Required Qualifications:• CPP certification (Certified Payroll Professional).• Minimum 10 years payroll experience, with at least 5 years in a managerial role overseeing large teams.• Expertise processing payroll for 10,000+ employees in a multi-state capacity, with mandatory California experience.• Significant union payroll experience (processing for 100+ unions).• Hands-on experience in public company payroll operations.• Prior management of multiple FEINs.• Strong HR background and proven success with de-escalating conflict and handling sensitive employee matters.• Exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.• Major ERP/payroll system knowledge (e.g., ADP, Workday, SAP/Dayforce Ceridian).• Customer service mindset; ability to address complex inquiries in a professional, solution-oriented manner. Preferences:• Canadian payroll experience is a plus. but not required.Company Environment: Enjoy modern office spaces yet business casual dress code/environment and a collaborative, high-performance work culture.
2026-06-30T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Houston, TX
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Temporary / Contract
22 - 25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to provide part-time support for core accounting operations in Houston, Texas. This Long-term Contract opportunity offers 25 hours per week in a detail-focused managed services environment, with remote work available on Mondays and Fridays. The position focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, supporting billing and payment workflows, and helping keep day-to-day accounting activities running smoothly. Responsibilities:• Manage a steady volume of vendor invoices and complete accounts payable processing with accuracy and timeliness.• Prepare client invoices, oversee recurring billing activities, and help ensure charges are issued correctly.• Track outstanding receivables and follow up with customers to support timely payment collection.• Respond to customer and vendor questions related to invoices, payment status, and account discrepancies in a courteous and accurate manner.• Maintain organized financial records through precise data entry and consistent documentation practices.• Reconcile bank activity, customer balances, vendor statements, and general ledger accounts to confirm financial accuracy.• Investigate variances and resolve accounting issues promptly to minimize outstanding discrepancies.• Build and update reporting in Microsoft Excel, including the use of Pivot Tables and Macros for analysis and tracking.• Assist with month-end close tasks, reporting needs, and additional accounting projects as priorities arise.• Use Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central to record transactions and maintain reliable accounting data.
2026-07-02T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Houston, TX
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Temporary to Hire
19 - 22 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support a real estate and property organization in Houston, Texas. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is well suited for someone with at least 1 year of experience who enjoys working with financial records, processing invoice activity, and maintaining accurate payment information. The ideal candidate will bring strong attention to detail, comfort with data entry, and the ability to work efficiently with NetSuite and Microsoft Excel in a fast-paced office environment. Responsibilities: • Process vendor invoices accurately and enter payment details into the accounting system in a timely manner. • Review submitted billing documents for completeness, verify supporting information, and help maintain organized financial records. • Scan, upload, and file invoice documentation so that accounts payable records remain accessible and up to date. • Use NetSuite to manage payable transactions, track invoice status, and support day-to-day accounting operations. • Reconcile invoice information against internal records and follow up on discrepancies to ensure accurate payment processing. • Maintain spreadsheets and reports in Microsoft Excel to assist with tracking payables and monitoring account activity. • Support the accounts payable workflow by handling high-volume data entry with a strong focus on accuracy and efficiency.
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Houston, TX
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 28 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support a busy accounting team. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone who enjoys high-volume invoice processing, keeps records organized, and works well with both vendors and internal stakeholders. The role focuses on accurate payment handling, timely follow-up, and dependable support for daily accounts payable operations in the field services industry. Responsibilities: • Manage the end-to-end accounts payable cycle, from invoice receipt through payment completion, while maintaining accuracy and timeliness. • Review, code, and enter a high volume of invoices each day, including rental, trucking, consultant, and other manual billing items. • Upload invoice documentation into electronic filing systems and keep digital records current, organized, and easy to retrieve. • Compare vendor statements against internal records, investigate discrepancies, and coordinate resolutions as needed. • Respond to supplier questions regarding payment timing, invoice status, and outstanding issues in a thorough and courteous manner. • Track invoice approvals closely to help ensure payments are released within required deadlines. • Maintain complete accounts payable support files and documentation in accordance with internal recordkeeping standards. • Contribute to month-end accounting activities by preparing accounts payable information and assisting with related reconciliations. • Provide support on additional accounting assignments and process improvement efforts when requested.
2026-07-02T00:00:00Z

Income Tax Specialist

Houston, TX
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Income Tax Specialist to join a machinery manufacturing organization in Houston, Texas. In this role, you will help oversee income and franchise tax obligations across multiple jurisdictions, contributing to accurate filings, audit readiness, and well-informed tax positions. This opportunity is well suited for a tax specialist who enjoys detailed analysis, evolving regulations, and partnering with internal teams to keep compliance activities on track. Responsibilities: • Prepare federal corporate income tax returns and support the completion of related schedules and documentation. • Coordinate the preparation and filing of state and local income and franchise tax returns, including extensions and estimated payments. • Perform calculations related to apportionment, state-specific modifications, and net operating loss utilization to support accurate reporting. • Track jurisdictional filing obligations and maintain calendars to ensure all tax submissions are completed on time. • Address tax notices and assist with audit examinations by gathering records, drafting responses, and providing requested information. • Research technical tax matters such as nexus, apportionment methodologies, and regulatory developments, then summarize findings for practical application. • Review legislative and regulatory updates to identify potential impacts, risks, and compliance considerations for the organization. • Work with cross-functional stakeholders to collect data, resolve tax-related questions, and support corporate tax compliance activities.
2026-06-15T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable / Accounts Payable Specialist

Baytown, TX
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Permanent / Full Time
52000 - 54000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable / Accounts Payable Specialist to support daily accounting activities at our Texas location. This permanent, on-site position is ideal for someone who thrives in a structured environment, values accuracy, and can keep financial records current and organized. The role focuses on managing receivables, payables, invoicing, and related account maintenance while partnering with internal teams and customers to keep transactions moving efficiently. Responsibilities:• Manage incoming and outgoing financial transactions by posting receivables and payables accurately within established timelines.• Apply customer payments, update account records, and process billing corrections or adjustments when needed.• Prepare customer invoices and purchase orders while ensuring supporting documentation is complete and properly aligned.• Follow up with clients regarding past-due balances, payment questions, and collection-related matters in a careful manner.• Create and maintain vendor and customer profiles to support accurate account setup and ongoing recordkeeping.• Review supplier invoices against purchase orders before entry and assist with scheduled payment processing activities.• Handle credit and rebill documentation as required to correct billing issues and maintain clean account records.• Contribute to reporting requests and provide administrative accounting support to help the department meet daily priorities.• Offer cross-functional backup support for coordinating rental-related and accounting tasks when coverage is needed.Excel is important in this role
2026-06-22T00:00:00Z