Payroll Specialist

Centex Business Solutions; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Centex Business Solutions is seeking a Payroll Specialist to perform end-to-end payroll for multiple clients from its Waco, TX on-site team. You will collect time data, enter payroll information, and ensure accurate payroll runs while administering taxes and garnishments.

You will respond to inquiries, reconcile reports, maintain records, and collaborate with bookkeeping and billing. The role emphasizes confidentiality and compliance with internal policies.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in payroll processing and end-to-end payroll cycles.
• Knowledge of payroll taxes and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Experience with payroll services and coordination with finance or HR teams.
• Ability to manage garnishments accurately, ensuring legal compliance.
• Strong attention to detail, numerical accuracy and problem-solving.
• Proficiency with payroll software and Microsoft Excel; handling confidential information.
• Prior payroll or accounting experience; degree in business/finance/accounting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle end-to-end payroll processing for multiple clients.
• Collect and verify time and attendance data, enter payroll details, and run timely payrolls.
• Administer payroll taxes, garnishments, and regulatory compliance.
• Respond to employee and client inquiries with accurate information.
• Reconcile payroll reports and maintain detailed records.
• Collaborate with bookkeeping and billing teams to ensure data consistency.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and support audits.

Skills

Payroll processing

Payroll administration

Attention to detail

Numerical accuracy

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Payroll software

Excel

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in business/finance/accounting

Tools

Payroll software

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

Centex Business Solutions provides agencies with streamlined bookkeeping, billing, and payroll support to help them focus on core business priorities. The company partners closely with clients to simplify financial operations and reduce administrative burdens. By offering reliable and efficient back-office services, Centex enables agencies to allocate their energy and resources where they matter most. Team members contribute directly to creating organized, accurate financial processes that support sustainable growth for clients.

Role Description

The Payroll Specialist is a full-time, on-site role based in Waco, TX. This position is responsible for end-to-end payroll processing, including collecting and verifying time and attendance data, entering payroll information, and ensuring timely and accurate payroll runs. The role includes administering payroll taxes, managing garnishments, and coordinating payroll services for multiple clients while adhering to regulatory and company policies. The Payroll Specialist will respond to employee and client inquiries, reconcile payroll reports, maintain detailed records, and collaborate with the bookkeeping and billing teams to ensure data consistency. The role also involves identifying process improvements, supporting audits, and maintaining strict confidentiality of all payroll-related information.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in Payroll Processing and Payroll Administration, with experience managing end-to-end payroll cycles.
• Knowledge of Payroll Taxes and related compliance requirements, including federal, state, and local regulations.
• Experience with Payroll Services, including system use, reporting, and coordination with finance or HR teams.
• Ability to manage Garnishments accurately, ensuring proper calculations and legal compliance.
• Strong attention to detail, numerical accuracy, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with payroll software and Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Prior experience in payroll or accounting; an associate or bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, or a related field is preferred.