HR Payroll Specialist JG5 Houston, TX **Hybrid** Contract $18.33/hr - $18.97/hr Our client in the oil and gas industry has an **immediate** opening for an **HR Payroll Specialist** for a **part-time contract** opportunity. **Duration:** 74 weeks (through December 31, 2026) **Location:** Houston, TX 77079 (Woodcreek Office – Hybrid: 2 days onsite/week) **Schedule:** Part-time hours within standard business hours (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST) **Hourly Pay Rate:** $18.97 **Job Overview:** We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our team on a part-time contract basis. The selected candidate will be responsible for overseeing payroll functions in a complex, unionized environment, ensuring compliance with labor laws, internal policies, and control frameworks. This role requires strong analytical skills, discretion with sensitive data, and the ability to work effectively both independently and within a team. **Key Responsibilities** : • Manage all payroll operations in compliance with federal/state legislation and labor laws • Interpret and apply collective bargaining agreements, HR policies, and internal procedures • Serve as the focal point for audits and inquiries from tax authorities • Respond to complex payroll and timekeeping inquiries through Salesforce case management • Analyze payroll/time data and resolve discrepancies using a deep understanding of system configurations • Execute key controls to align with internal control frameworks • Collaborate with HR, Finance, and external stakeholders to ensure payroll accuracy and timeliness **Qualifications:** • Bachelor’s degree in a related field • 7+ years of payroll experience, with at least 5 years in a large, complex, unionized organization • Hands-on experience with SAP HR/Payroll, CATS, and Workday HR • Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel) • Strong understanding of U.S. payroll regulations, data privacy, and internal controls • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines • Excellent interpersonal skills and stakeholder communication experience • High attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee data **Preferred:** • Prior experience supporting payroll-related audits or regulatory reviews **You will receive the following benefits:** + Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family + Dental & Orthodontia Benefits + Vision Benefits + Health Savings Account (HSA) + Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts + Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance + Hospital Indemnity Insurance + 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options + Paid Sick Time Leave + Legal and Identity Protection Plans + Pre-tax Commuter Benefit + 529 College Saver Plan Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. **Posted by:** VMS Sourcing **Specialization:** + Accounting / Finance Professional