Payroll Specialist Job at Robert Half (Galveston)

Payroll Specialist

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Galveston

Category:
IT - Administration

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team in Texas. This contract position has the potential to become permanent, is fully onsite, and offers the opportunity to support accurate, timely payroll operations for a large employee population while partnering with multiple departments. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll experience, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a commitment to delivering dependable service to employees and leaders.

Job Responsibility:

Review and validate employee time and attendance records to ensure payroll is processed accurately each pay period
Process payroll activities for a large workforce, applying earnings, deductions, and adjustments in accordance with company policies and payroll guidelines
Address payroll-related questions from employees and supervisors by providing clear, timely support and follow-up
Research discrepancies in pay, time records, or deductions and take appropriate steps to resolve issues efficiently
Prepare payroll summaries, reports, and supporting documentation for review by the Payroll Manager
Maintain current and accurate payroll records by updating employee information and related data on an ongoing basis
Partner with internal teams to improve payroll workflows and help maintain smooth day-to-day operations
Contribute to workplace safety and environmental compliance efforts by supporting company initiatives aligned with regulatory standards

Requirements:

Experience managing full-cycle payroll processing with a high degree of accuracy
Background handling payroll for multi-state employee populations
Proficiency using ADP Workforce Now in a payroll environment
Ability to process payroll for organizations with more than 500 employees
Strong understanding of payroll practices, including timekeeping review, deductions, and record maintenance
Effective communication skills with the ability to support employees and supervisors on payroll matters
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for identifying and resolving payroll discrepancies

What we offer:

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 15, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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