Description Our client, north of Houston, is looking for a Payroll Administrator. This role requires a detail-oriented individual who can effectively manage high-volume payroll operations for over 1,000 employees while ensuring accuracy and compliance. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in handling garnishments, employment verifications, and unemployment claims, along with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Responsibilities: • Process payroll for a large workforce of 1,000+ employees with a focus on accuracy and timeliness. • Manage garnishments, ensuring proper deductions and compliance with applicable laws. • Handle employment verifications and respond to unemployment claims promptly and efficiently. • Utilize advanced Microsoft Excel functions, including data exporting, sorting, filtering, and formula creation, to streamline payroll processes. • Conduct audits to verify payroll data accuracy and identify discrepancies. • Collaborate with HR and finance teams to address payroll-related inquiries and resolve issues. • Support multi-state payroll processes, ensuring compliance with varying state regulations. • Maintain detailed records and documentation for payroll activities. • Provide exceptional customer service to employees regarding payroll concerns and inquiries. • Assist in benefit-related functions as they pertain to payroll processing. Requirements • Minimum of 3 years of experience in high-volume payroll processing for 500+ employees. • Proficiency in handling payroll garnishments and related compliance. • Advanced skills in Excel, including the ability to work with formulas, filters, and large datasets. • Experience with multi-state payroll operations and knowledge of state-specific regulations. • Strong auditing skills to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance. • Excellent organizational and time-management abilities to meet strict deadlines. • Effective communication skills for addressing employee concerns and collaborating with internal teams. • A degree in a related field is preferred but not required. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .