Payroll Administrator

Manpower Group (USA); Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Manpower Group (USA) is seeking a Payroll Administrator in Houston for the Global Compensation and Payroll team, supporting HR, Finance, and operations across the U.S. and Canada.

The role handles semi-monthly and weekly cycles for about 1,000 employees, ensures accurate taxes, garnishments, and compliance, and partners with HR and Finance to keep payroll data current. Hybrid work is available and adds exposure to large multi-country payroll processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of payroll processing experience in a multi-state environment.
• Hands-on experience with UKG Payroll is required.
• Experience with Workday HRIS and payroll integrations.
• Strong knowledge of payroll taxes, compliance, reconciliations, and internal controls.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Admin, or HR, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Process and oversee payroll for approximately 1,000 employees across the U.S. and Canada, including semi‑monthly and weekly payroll cycles.
• Ensure payroll transactions, taxes, garnishments, and wage attachments are processed accurately and in compliance with applicable regulations.
• Audit, reconcile, and maintain payroll records while resolving payroll discrepancies with minimal supervision.
• Partner closely with HR and Finance teams to ensure accurate payroll updates related to hires, terminations, and compensation changes.
• Support payroll audits, year‑end activities, payroll system testing, and continuous process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Independent worker

Cross-functional

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or Human Resources

Tools

UKG Payroll

Workday HRIS

Job description

Our client, a leading global specialty chemicals and materials manufacturer, is seeking a Payroll Administrator to join their team. As a Payroll Administrator, you will be part of the Global Compensation and Payroll team supporting HR, Finance, and business operations across the U.S. and Canada. The ideal candidate will have exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title:

Payroll Administrator

Location:

Houston, TX

Pay Range:

$50+/hour DOE

What’s the Job?

• Process and oversee payroll for approximately 1,000 employees across the U.S. and Canada, including semi‑monthly and weekly payroll cycles.
• Ensure payroll transactions, taxes, garnishments, and wage attachments are processed accurately and in compliance with applicable regulations.
• Audit, reconcile, and maintain payroll records while resolving payroll discrepancies with minimal supervision.
• Partner closely with HR and Finance teams to ensure accurate payroll updates related to hires, terminations, and compensation changes.
• Support payroll audits, year‑end activities, payroll system testing, and continuous process improvement initiatives.

What’s Needed?

• Minimum of 5 years of payroll processing experience in a multi‑state environment.
• Hands‑on experience with UKG Payroll is required.
• Experience with Workday HRIS and payroll integrations.
• Strong knowledge of payroll taxes, compliance requirements, reconciliations, and internal controls.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or equivalent related experience.

What’s in it for me?

• Competitive pay rate of $50+ per hour based on experience.
• Opportunity to make an immediate impact during a critical payroll transition.
• Hybrid work flexibility available.
• Exposure to a large‑scale, multi‑country payroll environment.
• Potential opportunity to convert to a permanent position for right candidate.