Payroll Specialist

Core Group; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Hybrid schedule

401k eligibility

Generous PTO

Health coverage contributions

International footprint

Job summary

Core Group Resources in Houston, TX is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to manage accurate, timely payroll processing and ensure regulatory compliance across the organization.

The role serves as a primary payroll contact, with a typical schedule of in-office Monday–Wednesday and work-from-home Thursday–Friday, offering a hybrid work arrangement and opportunities to work with an international footprint.

Qualifications

• Must have strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience with payroll software and Excel is required.
• Certification in payroll processing is preferred.
• College-level accounting coursework is advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and on schedule for all employees.
• Calculate wages, deductions, overtime, bonuses, and other compensation elements.
• Maintain payroll records and ensure data accuracy across pay periods.
• Process statutory deductions and contributions in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Reconcile payroll discrepancies and respond to employee pay inquiries.
• Support year-end payroll processes, tax filings, and audits.
• Maintain compliance with wage and hour laws and company policy.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance on new hires, terminations, and status changes in payroll.
• Process leave balances, PTO, and unpaid leave adjustments.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive payroll data.

Skills

Attention to detail

Payroll software

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Independent worker

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Accounting coursework

Payroll processing certification

Job description

About Us

Core Group Resources is a workforce solutions company delivering compliance-driven staffing and offshore operations support across multiple locations, including Trinidad and Tobago. We pride ourselves on precision, reliability, and doing right by the people who work for us and with us.

Role Summary

We're looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to assist with accurate, timely payroll processing for our workforce. This role will handle payroll administration, ensure compliance with applicable tax and labor regulations, and serve as a key point of contact for payroll-related questions across the organization. Typical schedule is Monday-Wednesday in office, Thursday-Friday work from home.

Key Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and on schedule for all employees, including hourly, salaried, and contract staff
• Calculate wages, deductions, overtime, bonuses, and other compensation elements
• Maintain payroll records and ensure data accuracy across pay periods
• Process statutory deductions and contributions (e.g., income tax withholding, social security/national insurance, health surcharge) in accordance with applicable jurisdictional requirements
• Reconcile payroll discrepancies and resolve employee pay inquiries promptly and professionally
• Support year-end payroll processes, tax filings, and audits
• Maintain compliance with wage and hour laws, tax regulations, and company policy
• Collaborate with HR and Finance to ensure new hires, terminations, and status changes are reflected accurately in payroll
• Process leave balances, PTO, and unpaid leave adjustments
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive payroll and employee data

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• College-level accounting coursework in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred
• Certification in payroll processing,
• Strong attention to detail and communication skills
• Ability to work independently with sound decision making
• Strong problem-solving
• Knowledge of payroll software and proficiency in Microsoft Excel

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Graduated employer contribution toward health coverage starting at 60%
• 401k eligibility
• Generous PTO
• Hybrid schedule
• Comfortable work environment
• Opportunity to work with a growing, compliance-focused organization with an international footprint

Core Group Resources is an equal opportunity employer.