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\nRole: Senior Payroll Administrator
\nLocation: Austin, TX (Hybrid, 2 days onsite / 3 days remote)
\nIndustry: Utilities / Infrastructure
\nEmployment Type: Full-Time\n

About This Role

\nOur client is a respected Texas organization that helps power communities through critical water, energy, and infrastructure services. Their work directly impacts millions of Texans, supporting economic growth, environmental stewardship, and community development across the state.\n\n

As they continue to invest in their people and operations, they are seeking a Senior Payroll Administrator to join their payroll and accounting team. In this role, you'll help ensure accurate and compliant payroll processing, support payroll reporting and audits, maintain employee payroll records, and partner with stakeholders across the organization to deliver a seamless payroll experience.

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This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional who enjoys solving complex problems, driving accuracy, and contributing to an organization with a meaningful mission while supporting services that Texans rely on every day.

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What You'll Do in This Impactful Role

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Support payroll strategy, planning, and communication initiatives
Process bi-weekly and off-cycle payrolls while ensuring accuracy and compliance
Review and resolve payroll discrepancies and out-of-balance conditions
Maintain employee payroll records, including taxes, deductions, direct deposits, and benefit-related changes
Administer garnishments and levies
Review payroll reports and validate system-generated payroll data
Prepare payroll-related journal entries and support payroll accounting activities
Assist with internal and external audit requests and reporting requirements

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What You Need to Succeed

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Strong payroll administration experience in a complex organizational environment
Deep understanding of payroll taxes, wage and hour regulations, deductions, garnishments, and compliance requirements
Ability to identify, investigate, and resolve payroll discrepancies
Understanding of payroll accounting concepts and general ledger processes
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Strong communication, collaboration, and confidentiality practices

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Minimum Qualifications

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9+ years of experience in payroll, accounting, or a related field
5+ years of payroll experience using automated payroll and time and attendance systems
Experience with PeopleSoft Payroll
Experience maintaining payroll records and supporting payroll processing in a complex organizational environment
Knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll compliance requirements
Degree in Accounting or a related field may substitute for a portion of the required experience

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Preferred Qualifications

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Experience preparing payroll-related journal entries and supporting general ledger activities
Experience supporting internal and external payroll audits
Demonstrated commitment to ethical business practices and confidentiality
Experience supporting payroll process improvements and operational efficiencies

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Why Join Our Client

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Opportunity to support critical infrastructure and essential services
Collaborative, team-oriented culture focused on employee success
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
Hybrid work environment offering flexibility and work-life balance
Opportunity to contribute to process improvements and operational excellence initiatives

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