Payroll Specialist

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$65,000.00/yr - $70,000.00/yr

Emerge is recruiting qualified candidates for a direct hire Payroll Specialist job in La Porte on behalf of our client, a growing manufacturer of quality products. In this on-site role, you'll own the end-to-end payroll processing and be a key member of a collaborative HR team. We are seeking candidates with three or more years of experience processing payroll and working within employment laws and regulations.

HRIS experience is a plus! Our client offers a base pay rate of $60,000-$70,000 per year plus excellent benefits starting on day one, growth opportunities, and a chance to make a real difference through accuracy, service, and process improvements.

• Process weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly payroll with precision; ensure timeliness, accuracy, and compliance
• Reconcile payroll data, verify payroll outputs against reports/registers, and maintain meticulous documentation
• Generate key reports (headcount, hours worked, absenteeism, HR metrics) for HR, EHS, Finance, and site leadership
• Administer Time & Attendance systems: setup, vendor coordination, user support, troubleshooting
• Train users on T&A best practices; oversee time collection, coding corrections, LOA tracking, and overtime monitoring
• Serve as the primary contact for payroll inquiries; resolve tickets and provide responsive, professional support
• Assist with orientation and onboarding, including payroll setup for new hires
• Administer HRIS transactions throughout the employee lifecycle (hires, terms, status changes)
• Maintain I‑9s and personnel files; ensure record retention and policy compliance
• Ensure adherence to employment laws and regulations (ERISA, FMLA, FLSA, ADA, OSHA, COBRA)
• Support recognition programs (service awards and other pay‑related recognition)
• Contribute to HR and plant improvement projects and required reporting
• Coordinate daily/weekly/monthly HR reporting; provide backup support across the HR team

• High school diploma or GED required;
  Associate degree in finance or accounting preferred
• 3+ years of payroll specialist or closely related HR payroll experience
• Proficiency in MS Office with strong Excel skills required
• Strong attention to detail with solid analytical and problem‑solving ability
• Clear, professional communicator with a customer‑service mindset; handles sensitive information with strict confidentiality
• Collaborative and independent work style; results‑driven, organized, and comfortable leading projects; sound business acumen
• Able to influence and coach effectively; committed to inclusivity and treats safety as a way of life
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available
• Role involves access to export‑controlled items; employment is conditioned on the lawful ability to obtain such access

If you are qualified for this position, please click "apply now". Thank you in advance for applying, however, only qualified candidates will be contacted.

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