PEO Payroll Specialist ; Remote-TX

SWBC is seeking a talented individual to serve as the primary SWBC PEO representative and primary contact with assigned clients and shared employees to fulfill customer service needs. This role is responsible for all aspects of the payroll for the assigned employees, facilitating timely and accurate processing of multi‑state, weekly, bi‑weekly, semi‑monthly, and monthly payroll schedules.

• Maintains payroll-related accounts and processes multi‑state payroll.
• Responsible for reconciliation and accuracy of payroll system.
• Prepares forms, enters data into payroll system, computes wages and deductions, and posts to payroll records.
• Interacts with clients regarding payroll questions and problem resolution.
• Maintains and processes appropriate records to support all payroll transactions including salary changes, deduction changes, terminations, and name and address changes.
• Works with clients to resolve payroll issues and/or discrepancies.
• Processes garnishments.
• Collects and ensures new hire paperwork and appropriate documents are processed accurately in the payroll and time‑keeping systems.
• Maintains W‑4 and I‑9 documents for all client new hires and processes E‑Verify.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; advanced degree a plus.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in payroll processing, garnishments & general deductions, and W‑2 & I‑9 maintenance. Client payroll processing for auto dealership may also be required.
• Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) preferred;
  Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Working knowledge of processing job‑costed and certified payrolls.
• Knowledge of time‑clock systems.
• Knowledge of Department of Labor and Fair Labor Standards Act regarding payroll and overtime.
• Working knowledge of personal computers and payroll database systems.
• Proficient skills in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong interpersonal and organizational skills; strong listening skills.
• Ability to be internally motivated, maintain confidentiality, multi‑task, adapt to change, and work under deadlines.

• Competitive overall compensation package.
• Work/life balance.
• Employee engagement activities and recognition awards.
• Years of service awards.
• Career enhancement and growth opportunities.
• Leadership Academy and Mentor Program.
• Continuing education and career certifications.
• Variety of healthcare coverage options.
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) retirement plans.
• Wellness program.

SWBC offers a substance‑free workplace and requires pre‑employment drug testing. SWBC does not hire tobacco users as allowed by law.