Description Job Description: Payroll Specialist (100% Onsite) A large oil and gas company located in downtown Houston is seeking a dedicated Payroll Specialist. This position is 100% onsite and offers an opportunity to support a dynamic payroll team. Robert Half is assisting the company with the search, and the role is initially structured as contract-to-hire for the right candidate. Key Responsibilities: + Workday Software Expertise: Proficient in using Workday as it is required for this role. + Payroll Go-To Person: Serve as the primary contact for payroll-related queries, including exempt and non-exempt employee matters. + Overflow and Day-to-Day Support: Assist with managing day-to-day operations and providing support for team overflow tasks, including responding to payroll-related emails. + Tax and Garnishments Management: Handle payroll tax filing and garnishment processing, ensuring accuracy and compliance. + SmartCompliance (ADP) Updates: Upload payroll information into ADP SmartCompliance for processing and reporting purposes. + Payroll Cycles: Manage biweekly, weekly, and monthly payroll schedules, including the processing of six bonuses issued throughout the year. + Adjustments and Offshore Payroll: Conduct payroll adjustments and manage offshore payroll as needed. + Full Payroll Cycle: Eventually work toward handling the entire payroll process to support the team effectively. Requirements Desired Qualifications: + Attention to Detail: Focused, heads-down approach to completing tasks accurately and efficiently. + Excellent Organizational and Communication Skills: Ability to handle multiple tasks while maintaining a quiet and composed demeanor. + Software Proficiency: Experience with Workday REQUIRED + Experience with Payroll Processes: Familiarity with weekly, biweekly, and monthly payroll cycles, as well as knowledge of handling bonuses, tax filings, and garnishments. Work Environment: + The role is 100% onsite at the company's downtown Houston office, offering hands-on collaboration with the payroll team. Contract Details: + Contract-to-Hire: This position presents the opportunity for long-term placement based on performance. 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) .