Payroll Specialist

RYSS Texas Public Schools; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

RYSS Texas Public Schools in Houston is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage and process payroll operations for the Tejano Center for Community Concerns and the district. You will ensure accurate compensation, deductions, retirement contributions, and tax payments in compliance with TEA requirements.

The position requires knowledge of payroll laws, TRS reporting, and IRS payroll regulations, with strong math, organizational, and confidentiality skills.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of payroll laws, wage and hour regulations, and payroll accounting principles.
• Knowledge of Texas Retirement System (TRS) reporting requirements.
• Knowledge of IRS payroll tax regulations and related reporting requirements.
• Ability to interpret payroll policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and process payroll operations for Tejano Center for Community Concerns and RYSS Texas Public Schools in compliance with federal, state, local, and TEA requirements.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of employee compensation, deductions, retirement contributions, tax payments, and payroll reporting.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee information while providing exceptional customer service.

Skills

Payroll laws

TRS reporting

IRS payroll tax

Microsoft Excel

Organizational skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree in accounting/finance/business

TASBO certification

Payroll certification (FPC/CPP)

Tools

Ascender Business

Skyward

Munis

Job description

Payroll Specialist

Job Details

Job ID: 5920968
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 10, 2026 3:18 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Job Title: Payroll Specialist

Reports To: Controller
Organization: Tejano Center
Location: District Office

POSITION SUMMARY

Manage and process payroll operations for Tejano Center for Community Concerns and RYSS Texas Public Schools in compliance with federal, state, local, and Texas Education Agency (TEA) requirements. Ensure the accurate and timely processing of employee compensation, benefits deductions, retirement contributions, tax payments, and related payroll reporting. Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee information while providing exceptional customer service to employees and stakeholders.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associate's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• TASBO certification or willingness to obtain certificationpreferred
• Payroll-related certification (FPC, CPP, or equivalent) preferred

Experience

• Minimum two (2) years of payroll, accounting, finance, or business office experience
• Experience utilizing computerized payroll and financial systems
• Experience in Texas public school districts, charter schools, or governmental payroll processing preferred
• Experience with Ascender Business, Skyward, Munis, or similar ERP/payroll systems preferred
• Experience processing TRS reporting and payroll tax filings preferred

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of payroll laws, wage and hour regulations, and payroll accounting principles
• Knowledge of Texas Retirement System (TRS) reporting requirements
• Knowledge of IRS payroll tax regulations and related reporting requirements
• Ability to interpret payroll policies, procedures, and regulations
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of personnel and payroll information
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Emp Employment Status: Full-Time

Work Calendar Status: 12 Months (238 Days)
Salary: MIN: $50,000 annually MID: $55,000 annually MAX: $60,000 annually

Position Type: Full-time
Job Categories:

Support Staff > Accounting/Bookkeeping

Contact Information

• Juan J Santos , Executive Director of Human Talent
• 2950 Broadway St.
• Houston, Texas 77017
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]