Payroll Specialist

Hunter+Sage; South Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support payroll functions in South Houston, TX. This is a temporary contract until February 2026. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with UKG payroll software and strong organizational skills. Key duties include processing payroll accurately, resolving payroll issues, and preparing reports. Competitive pay and a supportive work environment offered.

Qualifications

• Experience with UKG payroll software is required.
• Ability to manage confidential information with strong attention to detail.
• Must have organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Previous payroll experience in a multi-department environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately review, process, and audit employee wages and payroll records.
• Enter payroll data into the system and maintain employee information.
• Record and track employee transfers and maintain leave records.
• Prepare and distribute earnings and tax reports.
• Troubleshoot payroll issues and assist employees.
• Train team members on payroll policies as needed.
• Assist with month-end and year-end payroll closes.

Skills

Hands-on experience with UKG payroll software

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist temporarily until February 2026. This role will support the Payroll Manager with payroll administration and accounting functions. This role will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while maintaining compliance and supporting employees with payroll-related matters.

Responsibilities

• Accurately review, process, and audit employee wages, deductions, and payroll records.
• Enter payroll data into the system and maintain up-to-date employee information.
• Record and track employee transfers between departments and maintain leave records.
• Prepare and distribute reports on earnings, taxes, deductions, and leave balances.
• Troubleshoot and resolve payroll issues while serving as a resource for employee questions.
• Train team members and agency personnel on payroll policies and procedures as needed.
• Assist with month-end and year-end payroll closes in collaboration with the Payroll Manager.
• Maintain organized and compliant payroll records in line with company standards.
• Take on additional payroll projects and duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with UKG payroll software (required).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage confidential information.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Previous payroll administration experience, preferably in a multi-department environment.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Human Resources

Industries

• Manufacturing

Location: South Houston, TX