Payroll Analyst I JOB-******** Anticipated Start Date 3/4/2024
Location Houston, TX
Type of Employment Contract Hire
Employer Info
Our client is an American natural gas and crude oil pipeline company with headquarters in Houston, Texas. It is one of the largest publicly traded partnerships and a leading provider of midstream energy services to producers and consumers of natural gas, natural gas liquids (NGLs), crude oil, refined products and petrochemicals.
Job Summary Join our team as a Payroll Analyst, where you'll contribute to the accurate and timely processing of employee wages, benefits, and taxes using the Oracle system. If you have a minimum of 2 years of payroll experience, strong communication skills, and a commitment to confidentiality, we invite you to apply. Bring your expertise in payroll processing, knowledge of tax regulations, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel to make an impact in a dynamic and collaborative work environment.
Prepare and validate calculations for employee wages, benefits, taxes & other withholdings in the Oracle system. Validate the accuracy of employee time and attendance entries approved by supervisors for processing. Maintain well-organized current and historical employee payroll records for elections, changes and other supporting information. Complete all required Federal and State forms and filing procedures necessary for new hires, changes and terminated employees. Administer involuntary garnishments and taxes levied in accordance with orders issued by local, state, and federal authorities. Assist in the administration of incentive compensation structures for Owner/Operator payroll as necessary. Support quarterly and year-end payroll processing/reporting (Forms 940-941, W-2s, etc.) Assist in compiling data and special requests during audits, systems or controls testing and other internal/external initiatives. Exhibit effective skills in providing timely service, tactfully handling disputes, and creating effective working relationships with employees, customers, and co-workers. Skills Required A minimum of 2 years of payroll experience is required. Must maintain a high degree of care and diligence in protecting the confidentiality of employee personal information and documents. Must be able to work independently, set priorities, meet deadlines, solve problems, and satisfy commitments. Strong written and oral communication skills are necessary for interacting with all levels of the organization. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or American Payroll Association certifications such as CPP or FPC are a plus Knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulations including their respective websites, forms and procedures is a plus. Experience using, testing, or implementing the Oracle Payroll system is a plus. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel including basic functions and pivot tables to summarize, evaluate, reconcile, and report data is a plus. Education/Training/Certifications GED A minimum of a high school diploma or G.E.D equivalent is required. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance or Communications is preferred.
