Payroll Analyst

Macquarie Global Services; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days of annual leave

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Wellbeing leave day

Paid parental leave

Volunteer leave and donation matching

Learning and development opportunities

Work-from-home equipment reimbursement

Job summary

Macquarie Global Services in Houston is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their collaborative team. This role involves ensuring accurate payroll outcomes and compliance while working with various departments, including Operations and Finance.

The ideal candidate has a solid understanding of US payroll processes, is skilled in using payroll systems like ADP, and possesses strong analytical capabilities. The position offers a hybrid work model with comprehensive benefits including wellbeing leave and medical insurance.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of US payroll calculations and statutory deductions.
• Exposure to payroll systems like ADP Vantage is highly regarded.
• Knowledge of payroll legislation and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate payroll outcomes by collaborating with various teams.
• Resolve queries and turn insights into process improvements.
• Support payroll processing and adherence to legislation.
• Enhance payroll systems in a global environment.

Skills

US end-to-end payroll processes

ADP platforms or similar

US payroll legislation and compliance

Advanced Excel functions

Analytical capability

Communication skills

Job description

Locations: United States – Texas – Houston. Hybrid work is available, but this role requires three days a week on site.

In this role, you join a collaborative payroll team with a global remit, helping ensure our colleagues across the business are supported through reliable payroll outcomes. Your work underpins trust, compliance, and continuous improvement, while giving you exposure to complex payroll environments and meaningful stakeholder relationships.

What you’ll do

• Deliver accurate and compliant payroll outcomes by working closely with Operations, People & Culture, Finance, risk teams, the wider business, and external payroll vendors.
• Resolve employee and stakeholder queries, investigate issues, and turn insights into process improvements that reduce operational risk.
• Support high‑quality payroll processing and adherence to relevant legislation.
• Enhance payroll systems and procedures in a global, team‑based environment.

What you bring

• Solid understanding of US end‑to‑end payroll processes, including payroll calculations, statutory deductions (federal, state, and local taxes), benefits, and compliance requirements.
• Exposure to ADP platforms (preferably Vantage) or similar payroll systems is highly regarded.
• Working knowledge of US payroll legislation and compliance, with an understanding of key regulatory requirements (e.g., tax withholding, reporting obligations, and year‑end processes).
• Strong analytical capability, including confident use of advanced Excel functions and data analysis tools to identify issues and improve outcomes.
• High attention to detail combined with strong organization and time‑management skills to manage multiple priorities accurately.
• Clear and confident communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within a global team in a fast‑paced environment.

What we offer

• Wellbeing leave day per year and at least 25 days of annual leave.
• Pay‑paid parental leave: 20 weeks for primary caregivers and 6 weeks for secondary caregivers, plus 12 days of paid transition leave upon return to work.
• Two days of paid volunteer leave and donation matching.
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance plus disability and other insurance plans.
• Health savings account, dependent day‑care savings account, 401(k) and long‑term disability options.
• Employee Assistance Program with behavioural health support.
• Wide range of learning and development opportunities, including reimbursement for professional memberships or subscriptions.
• Recognition and service awards.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, dependent on role.
• Reimbursement for work‑from‑home equipment.

Macquarie provides access to opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, gender identity or any other characteristic or circumstance. We provide reasonable accommodation to individuals who may need support during the recruitment process and employment. If you require an accommodation, please let us know during the application process.