<p>Our client is looking for a Payroll Tax Analyst in Sugar Land, Texas. In this role, you will manage payroll tax processes, ensuring compliance with multi-state regulations and accurate reporting. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in payroll tax reconciliation, reporting, and deposits, along with strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and file multi-state payroll tax returns and reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local regulations.</p><p>• Manage payroll tax deposits and payments in accordance with established deadlines.</p><p>• Reconcile payroll tax accounts to ensure all transactions are properly recorded and discrepancies are resolved promptly.</p><p>• Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations to ensure ongoing compliance.</p><p>• Assist with quarterly and year-end payroll tax reporting requirements.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to address payroll tax-related inquiries and provide necessary support.</p><p>• Utilize Microsoft Excel for data analysis, reporting, and reconciliation tasks.</p><p>• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency of payroll tax operations.</p><p>• Maintain accurate records and documentation for audits and regulatory reviews.</p>
<p>Our client is looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join their team in Webster, Texas. This position involves managing comprehensive payroll processes for union and non-union employees while ensuring compliance with tax regulations and company policies. The ideal candidate thrives in a structured, detail-oriented environment and is ready to take ownership of payroll operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process weekly payroll for approximately 400 union and 100 non-union employees with accuracy and efficiency.</p><p>• Perform full-cycle payroll duties, including data entry, reconciliation, and generating reports.</p><p>• Collaborate with the Payroll Manager to resolve payroll inquiries and optimize workflows.</p><p>• Utilize ADP Workforce Now to manage payroll functions, with training available for candidates new to the system.</p><p>• Ensure payroll taxes comply with federal, state, and local regulations by reviewing and verifying calculations.</p><p>• Manage union payroll requirements, including specialized deductions, benefits, and reporting.</p><p>• Maintain detailed payroll records to ensure compliance with company policies and legal standards.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies by working with internal teams and stakeholders as needed.</p>
We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Payroll Specialist in Houston, Texas. This role is in the construction industry and will involve handling payroll processes for employees across multiple states. The workplace is a dynamic setting where you will be expected to ensure adherence to all applicable payroll tax laws, regulations, and compliance standards.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the complete payroll process for employees in diverse locations, making sure of the accuracy and timely delivery of payments, deductions, and adjustments.<br>• Uphold compliance with all levels of tax laws, including federal, state, and local, taking into account withholding, unemployment, and other statutory obligations. <br>• Resolve any mismatch or discrepancies related to tax filings.<br>• Update and maintain the records in the payroll system, including employee profiles, tax elections, and benefits deductions. <br>• Monitor the accuracy of various system integrations, ensuring all data aligns correctly.<br>• Utilize your skills in Full Cycle Payroll, Sage Intacct, and Multi-state Payroll to streamline and improve our payroll processes.<br>• Maintain a high level of confidentiality while handling payroll data.<br>• Analyze payroll data to ensure accuracy and compliance.<br>• Actively support the payroll department, contributing to a collaborative and supportive team environment.<br>• Seek opportunities for growth and continue to build your detail-oriented expertise in payroll.
We are looking for a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our team in Houston, Texas. This Contract-to-permanent position offers the opportunity to manage payroll operations for up to 100 employees while contributing to the growth and efficiency of our organization. If you have a strong background in payroll systems and are eager to support onboarding and terminations, we would love to hear from you.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process full-cycle payroll for up to 100 employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.<br>• Utilize ADP Workforce Now or similar systems to maintain payroll data and generate reports.<br>• Support onboarding and termination activities, including handling payroll adjustments and final payouts.<br>• Collaborate with HR and accounting teams to address payroll-related inquiries and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.<br>• Manage employee payroll records, including benefits deductions and tax filings.<br>• Assist in implementing best practices to streamline payroll processes and improve efficiency.<br>• Work with Paylocity or similar platforms to optimize payroll operations, if applicable.<br>• Provide timely and accurate reporting to management as needed.<br>• Stay updated on changes in payroll laws and regulations to ensure compliance.
<p><strong>Senior Tax Accountant - </strong><em>Direct-Hire Opportunity</em></p><p>Are you ready to bring your expertise to a growing and dynamic team? Our client is looking to hire a <strong>Senior Tax Accountant</strong> to play a pivotal role in expanding and improving their tax processes. Reporting directly to the Tax Manager, this position serves as a trusted partner, overseeing tax activities, mentoring a small team, and managing high-impact, cross-functional projects.</p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>This is more than a traditional tax role—the <strong>Senior Tax Accountant</strong> will oversee compliance for federal, state, and local filings, support M& A efforts, and assist payroll tax compliance without direct hands-on payroll tasks. Ideal for a proactive professional ready to hit the ground running and drive process improvements in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide leadership for two Tax Accountants and act as an advisor to internal teams.</li><li>Ensure timely preparation for <strong>sales & use tax</strong>, <strong>property tax</strong>, payroll tax, and federal filings.</li><li>Collaborate with Payroll and M& A teams to address tax compliance in acquisitions and transitional support.</li><li>Build tax processes, ensure jurisdictional compliance, and support external consultants/auditors.</li><li>Influence system implementations (e.g., Avalara, Thomson Reuters) and process automation.</li></ul><p><strong>Why You Should Apply</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Impactful Work:</strong> Play a key role in growing the tax department and supporting high-level initiatives like M& A.</li><li><strong>Leadership Opportunity:</strong> Oversee a talented team while collaborating with cross-functional departments.</li><li><strong>Growth Potential:</strong> Gain exposure to process improvement and automation as the department scales.</li></ul><p> If you're ready for a role where your skills and expertise will make an immediate difference, apply now!</p>
<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>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>Are you a detail-oriented payroll professional seeking flexibility in your next career move? Robert Half is working with a company that is looking for a Contract Payroll Specialist with 3–5 years of experience to join their team for a contract role. This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your payroll expertise to a fast-paced and collaborative environment while enjoying the benefits of contract flexibility.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process payroll for employees accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and company policies.</li><li>Verify timekeeping records and resolve discrepancies with managers or employees.</li><li>Manage payroll reporting, including tax filings, wage garnishments, and benefits deductions.</li><li>Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues in a professional and timely manner.</li><li>Support audits and reconciliations to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Collaborate with HR and accounting teams to improve payroll processes and resolve any discrepancies.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><p><br></p>
<p>Our well-established client in the construction industry is seeking a dynamic Accounting Manager to lead a team of three and play a key role in shaping the financial future of the organization.</p><p> </p><p>Reporting directly to the CFO, this position offers a unique blend of financial reporting and operational accounting responsibilities.</p><p>This is an exciting opportunity to join a stable company with a strong reputation and clear paths for professional growth.</p><p> </p><p>What You’ll Do:</p><ul><li>Lead and mentor a small but mighty accounting team.</li><li>Own the financial reporting process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Perform regular bank reconciliations and prepare cash/deposit reports.</li><li>Track project costs and manage work-in-progress reporting.</li><li>Maintain fixed asset records and calculate depreciation schedules.</li><li>Prepare and file tax reports, ensuring compliance with local and regional regulations.</li><li>Support payroll operations, including commission calculations and backup processing.</li><li>Reconcile balance sheet accounts and maintain general ledger integrity.</li><li>Prepare internal financial statements for leadership review.</li><li>Assist in budgeting and coordinate with external auditors during audits.</li><li>Collaborate with external accountants for annual tax filings.</li><li>Oversee billing, collections, and vendor payment processes.</li><li>Ensure accurate recording and timely deposit of incoming funds.</li><li>Maintain organized financial records and uphold document retention policies.</li><li>Partner with senior leadership to guide and support the accounting team.</li></ul><p> </p><p>Why This Role Stands Out:</p><ul><li>Direct impact on financial strategy and operations.</li><li>Close collaboration with executive leadership.</li><li>Opportunity to lead and develop a growing team.</li><li>Clear path for career advancement in a thriving company.</li></ul><p> </p><p>📧 For confidential consideration, please submit your resume for immediate review.</p><p> </p>
