Payroll Administrator

Recruitability - Austin, TX

Full-time

Hybrid - Austin, TX

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Payroll Administrator will manage payroll and reporting activities in compliance with regulations and company policies for a company that manages water supply and supports community development. This hybrid role involves processing payroll, resolving payroll-related issues, and serving as a liaison between HR/Payroll systems and technical staff.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly and off-cycle payrolls, ensuring accurate computation of pay within company policies and government regulations.
• Update employee payroll records, including tax, deductions, payments, insurance, and direct deposits.
• Work closely with payroll staff to identify and implement system revisions, inspect automated system output, prepare general ledger entries, and create standard and ad hoc reports.
• Ensure accurate reporting to governmental agencies and review federal and state reports.
• Provide support for payroll strategy, planning, and communication.
• Coordinate with HR on pay adjustments, maintain employee information, process terminations, prepare vendor invoices, reconcile payroll-related accounts, and ensure compliance with regulations.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in payroll is required.
• Proficiency in Excel is required.
• Degree(s) in accounting or a relevant field is preferred.
• Experience with PeopleSoft is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with PeopleSoft is preferred.

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment.
• 15 days of vacation.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) with an employer match.
• Student loan 401k contribution plan.
• Exciting opportunities for cross-training and promotion.
• A nice, beautiful campus with a very friendly team.