Payroll Specialist

Universal Plant Services (UPS) is a top-tier specialty service company headquartered in Deer Park, TX, with 16 full-service facilities across the United States. With over 30 years of experience serving the energy industry, we are committed to exceeding client expectations by delivering world-class equipment service capabilities. We offer comprehensive project management, construction, installation, maintenance, and repair services for daily maintenance requirements, turnarounds, and capital projects. Our culture is deeply rooted in our dedication to excellence, and we take pride in being a trusted partner for our clients. Our goal is to continue delivering the highest levels of professionalism and quality, all while remaining at the forefront of the specialty service industry.

JOB SUMMARY:

UPS Industrial Services is searching for a Payroll Specialist to work at our corporate office located in Deer Park, TX. The ideal candidate will be proficient with full cycle payroll processing, MS Excel, and Viewpoint. This position is full-time and offers a standard benefits package.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Full cycle Payroll processing.
• Ensure employee payroll is processed timely and accurately and in compliance with Federal and State law.
• Process new hire paperwork by entering employee information into the payroll system.
• Record employee information to maintain and update payroll records.
• Ensure accuracy and retention of direct deposit, federal allowance information and other documents as required by law.
• Resolves payroll issues/questions by researching and gathering the information needed on a case-by-case basis.
• Processes correction checks and distributes accordingly.
• Process and reconciles Vacation/Sick Requests.
• Distribute checks to all job sites according to the Check Requests Forms sent by the Field Accountants.
• Responsible for receiving, processing, and reconciling all correspondence received by Corporate Payroll via Mail or Email.
• Provide customer service to employees by providing documents and information on payroll matters, tax issues/questions and voluntary & involuntary deductions.
• Aid with billing when needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school or equivalent
• Accounting Degree preferred
• 5 -7 years of processing high volume payroll
• Knowledge of Vista Viewpoint preferred
• Knowledge of local Union payroll laws preferred
• Intermediate to Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Working knowledge of best payroll practices

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Able to deal with difficult issues with employees in a calm, knowledgeable and discrete manner.
• Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Must have a strong sense of urgency and a proactive approach when completing tasks with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal and accountability skills, along with strong written and verbal communication skills.

EEO statement

Universal Plant Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or physical or mental disability.