Cooper Machinery Services
Payroll & Benefits Specialist
Cooper Machinery Services, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
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Payroll & Benefits Specialist
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Cooper Machinery Services
Job Title:
Payroll and Benefits Specialist FLSA Status:
Hourly/Non-Exempt Group:
Regular – Full Time Department:
Human Resources Location:
Houston, TX (on-site)
About Cooper Machinery Services Cooper Machinery Services provides natural gas compression equipment and services to customers globally in the Oil & Gas, Power, Transportation, and Marine sectors. With a proud heritage dating back to 1833, Cooper Machinery Services is the OEM for legendary product lines including Cooper-Bessemer™, Ajax™, Superior™, Gemini, TSI, CSI, Enterprise, and Joy. Headquartered in Houston, TX, but with commercial and services hubs around the world, Cooper Machinery Services provides world-class services to more than 22,000 units in its installed base. Our strength is our people. Each employee plays an integral role in our success and growth. With a commitment to our vision that strong relationships drive strong results and better business, our people make Cooper Machinery Services legendary.
Job Overview Cooper Machinery Services hiring for a Payroll and Benefits Specialist to contribute to our team in Houston, TX. This newly created role will support our growing HR organization at Cooper as we transform our business and position the company for the future. The Payroll and Benefits Specialist will be responsible for ensuring accurate payroll processing and effective administration of employee benefits. They will support the full employment lifecycle and work closely with members of the HR, finance, and IT teams, as well as provide excellent support to employees.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Process weekly and bi-weekly payroll for all employee groups
Work closely with third-party payroll vendors for managed payroll services, when applicable
Maintain payroll records and manage updates for new hires, terminations, and wage changes
Reconcile payroll reports, resolve discrepancies, and ensure regulatory compliance
Support payroll audits, reporting needs, and month-end close activities
Respond to employee questions regarding pay, taxes, and deductions
Complete year-end payroll tasks including W-2 review and distribution
Administer benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement plans
Assist employees with coverage questions
Coordinate with carriers to resolve eligibility and billing issues
Maintain accurate benefit records in HRIS systems
Process monthly benefits invoices and support compliance tasks such as ACA reporting and 1095 forms
Conduct or assist with payroll and benefits audits
Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma / GED from an accredited school or institution required
Minimum 3 years of payroll administration experience Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills
Strong attention to detail, data accuracy, and confidentiality
Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word applications
Experience in ADP WorkforceNow payroll environment
Experience in UKG environment preferred
Experience with benefits administration preferred
Knowledge of COBRA, FMLA and other compliance requirements preferred
Ability to travel within the USA, as required
Cooper Machinery Services is an equal opportunity employer and gives all qualified applicants consideration of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, any other characteristic protected by law.
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Human Resources
Industries Oil and Gas
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Payroll & Benefits Specialist
role at
Cooper Machinery Services
Job Title:
Payroll and Benefits Specialist FLSA Status:
Hourly/Non-Exempt Group:
Regular – Full Time Department:
Human Resources Location:
Houston, TX (on-site)
About Cooper Machinery Services Cooper Machinery Services provides natural gas compression equipment and services to customers globally in the Oil & Gas, Power, Transportation, and Marine sectors. With a proud heritage dating back to 1833, Cooper Machinery Services is the OEM for legendary product lines including Cooper-Bessemer™, Ajax™, Superior™, Gemini, TSI, CSI, Enterprise, and Joy. Headquartered in Houston, TX, but with commercial and services hubs around the world, Cooper Machinery Services provides world-class services to more than 22,000 units in its installed base. Our strength is our people. Each employee plays an integral role in our success and growth. With a commitment to our vision that strong relationships drive strong results and better business, our people make Cooper Machinery Services legendary.
Job Overview Cooper Machinery Services hiring for a Payroll and Benefits Specialist to contribute to our team in Houston, TX. This newly created role will support our growing HR organization at Cooper as we transform our business and position the company for the future. The Payroll and Benefits Specialist will be responsible for ensuring accurate payroll processing and effective administration of employee benefits. They will support the full employment lifecycle and work closely with members of the HR, finance, and IT teams, as well as provide excellent support to employees.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Process weekly and bi-weekly payroll for all employee groups
Work closely with third-party payroll vendors for managed payroll services, when applicable
Maintain payroll records and manage updates for new hires, terminations, and wage changes
Reconcile payroll reports, resolve discrepancies, and ensure regulatory compliance
Support payroll audits, reporting needs, and month-end close activities
Respond to employee questions regarding pay, taxes, and deductions
Complete year-end payroll tasks including W-2 review and distribution
Administer benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement plans
Assist employees with coverage questions
Coordinate with carriers to resolve eligibility and billing issues
Maintain accurate benefit records in HRIS systems
Process monthly benefits invoices and support compliance tasks such as ACA reporting and 1095 forms
Conduct or assist with payroll and benefits audits
Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma / GED from an accredited school or institution required
Minimum 3 years of payroll administration experience Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills
Strong attention to detail, data accuracy, and confidentiality
Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word applications
Experience in ADP WorkforceNow payroll environment
Experience in UKG environment preferred
Experience with benefits administration preferred
Knowledge of COBRA, FMLA and other compliance requirements preferred
Ability to travel within the USA, as required
Cooper Machinery Services is an equal opportunity employer and gives all qualified applicants consideration of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, any other characteristic protected by law.
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Human Resources
Industries Oil and Gas
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