Payroll Specialist – Multi-State & Process Excellence

Skill; Westlake (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquent is partnering with a leading financial services institution to manage payroll operations. The role focuses on ensuring accurate, on-time payroll processing across multiple states, handling garnishments, off-cycle payments, and payroll inquiries.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of full-cycle payroll experience, strong Excel skills, and thorough knowledge of payroll regulations. Join a collaborative HR team dedicated to precision, service, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of full-cycle, multi-state payroll processing experience.
• Proficiency with a major payroll system, timekeeping, or absence management platform.
• Strong attention to detail with accuracy and timely completion.
• Experience using payroll systems and data query tools to research, analyze, and resolve payroll issues.
• Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, formulas).
• Knowledge of federal and state payroll laws, regulations, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily and bi-weekly payroll processing with strict deadlines.
• Resolve payroll questions and provide timely support to employees and managers.
• Support garnishments, ACH rejects, off-cycle payments, and paycheck distribution.
• Research issues related to earnings, taxes, deductions, and timekeeping.
• Prepare and analyze monthly payroll metrics and reports.
• Contribute to process improvements and payroll projects.

Skills

Multistate payroll processing

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Prioritization & deadlines

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or related field

CPP certification (nice-to-have)

Tools

Payroll system experience

Timekeeping/absence management platform

Advanced Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables)

Data query tools for payroll research

Job description

Aquent is partnering with a leading financial services institution to manage payroll operations. The role focuses on ensuring accurate, on-time payroll processing across multiple states, handling garnishments, off-cycle payments, and payroll inquiries.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of full-cycle payroll experience, strong Excel skills, and thorough knowledge of payroll regulations. Join a collaborative HR team dedicated to precision, service, and continuous improvement.