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Job ID#: 37515 Overview A growing, multi-state organization is seeking a Payroll Clerk to support accurate and timely payroll processing. This role will focus on payroll execution, compliance, and reporting, while partne…
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Payroll Specialist jobs in Houston, TX
Payroll specialists make sure people are paid correctly and on time. They process pay runs, handle deductions, and keep payroll compliant with federal, state, and local requirements.
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Job Title: Payroll Tax Analyst III Location: Houston, TX 77002 (Remote for Non-Local Candidate) Duration: 4 months (Temp to hire) Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Payroll Tax Analyst III to join our Finance…
At Houston Methodist, the Senior Payroll Analyst position is responsible for ensuring payroll functional applications that meet department performance objectives and optimizes payroll processes, focusing on automation an…
Job Summary: The Senior Payroll Support role is a critical position focused on providing expert-level operational support and business analysis for payroll processes, specifically within Oracle HCM Cloud environments. Th…
Job Summary: The Payroll Tax Analyst III is a senior-level role responsible for ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll tax reporting, reconciliation, and remittance across multiple jurisdictions including the U…
We are seeking a Human Resources Specialist (Entry - Mid Level) to join our HR/ Payroll team and support the daily functions of the Human Resources department, with a primary focus on multi-state payroll processing, HRIS…
Position Overview EOSOL Group is seeking a Technical Back Office Specialist to support the planning, coordination, and execution of wind energy field operations across multiple projects in the United States. This positio…
scalable solutions that help our clients succeed. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Payroll Specialist to join our remote Finance & Operations team. This role is responsible fo…
Summary Reporting directly to the Head of Human Resources , this position serves as a key member of the HR team responsible for payroll administration, benefits management, and day-to-day HR operations. The ideal candida…
and second day of the month, and the 16th and 17th days of the month you may be required to work extra hours to complete billing for payroll. Responsibilities * Review paperwork in each deal to ensure completion and cons…
Payroll Specialist – To $65K – Houston, TX – Job # 3601b Who We Are The Symicor Group is a boutique talent acquisition firm based in Schaumburg, IL & Rockport, TX. Our nationally unique value proposition centers around p…
Responsible for providing HR support in functional areas like onboarding, payroll and benefits and employment law compliance. Must be familiar with payroll compliance including state and local ordinances to ensure compli…
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What payroll specialists earn in Houston
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $21–$27 | $44k–$57k |
| Mid level | $26–$34 | $54k–$71k |
| Senior | $33–$42 | $69k–$88k |
Adjusted for the Houston market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Payroll processingADP, Paychex, or WorkdayMulti-state payroll taxWage and hour complianceGarnishments and deductionsBenefits administration basicsExcelDiscretion and confidentialityAccuracy under deadlines
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Walk me through a full payroll cycle you have run.
Cover collecting time data, validating changes, processing, review, and post-run reporting. Emphasize your checks before anything is finalized.
How do you handle a payroll error after employees have been paid?
Show urgency and correctness: quantify the error, follow the legal rules for corrections, communicate honestly with those affected, and fix the root cause.
What experience do you have with multi-state payroll?
Name the states and the wrinkles you managed, such as local taxes, differing overtime rules, or remote-worker registrations.
How do you process garnishments and other involuntary deductions?
Show you know the order of priority, response deadlines, and the documentation trail, and that you treat these with strict confidentiality.
Which payroll systems have you used, and have you been through a conversion?
Name the platforms and your depth in each. Conversion or implementation experience is a strong differentiator worth detailing.
How do you keep payroll data confidential?
Mention access controls, clean-desk habits, and declining to discuss compensation outside proper channels, even under social pressure.
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Resume tips that move the needle
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State the payroll size you ran: employee count, pay frequencies, and number of states or entities.
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Quantify accuracy, such as error rates or consecutive on-time pay runs, since that is the core promise of the role.
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Name your platforms exactly — ADP Workforce Now, Paychex Flex, Workday, Gusto — as job posts filter on them.
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Include compliance wins, like clean payroll tax filings, resolved agency notices, or year-end W-2 cycles delivered without corrections.
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List certifications such as FPC or CPP; they carry real weight in payroll hiring.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Payroll Clerk
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Payroll Specialist
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Senior Payroll Specialist
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Payroll Manager
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