Oracle Payroll Analyst (only Local to Houston candidate can apply)

Role: Oracle Payroll Analyst

Location: Downtown Houston, TX (onsite).

Duration: 6 Months contract

One of our clients is looking for The Payroll Analyst who will be responsible for performing various tasks and procedures necessary to administer salaries & wages, withholdings, benefits and other amounts payable to employees. Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• 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.
• 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.

The successful candidate will meet the following qualifications:

• 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.
• A minimum of 3 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.