Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to support a healthcare organization in San Antonio, Texas through a long-term contract assignment. This position combines payroll ownership with broader human resources support, including onboarding coordination, recruiting assistance, and benefits administration. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment with confidential information, and the ability to keep multiple processes moving efficiently in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities:

• Manage bi-weekly payroll processing for approximately 100 employees, ensuring timely completion and a high level of accuracy.
• Maintain payroll files, employee records, and supporting documentation while assisting with audits, reporting, and compliance-related activities.
• Respond to employee and leadership inquiries related to pay, deductions, and payroll records in a thorough and service-oriented manner.
• Coordinate onboarding tasks for new team members, including documentation, system access, and orientation support.
• Keep personnel files and HR records organized, current, and aligned with internal and regulatory requirements.
• Support recruiting efforts by sourcing candidates, reviewing applicant information, tracking hiring activity, and helping move openings through the recruitment process.
• Assist with employee benefits administration, including enrollments, status changes, documentation, and open enrollment support.
• Partner with internal stakeholders and external vendors as needed to help maintain continuity across payroll and HR operations during a leave coverage period.