Becker Wright Consultants
Sr. Payroll & Benefits Specialist
Becker Wright Consultants, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Sr Payroll & Benefits Specialist______________________________________________
Position Summary
The Payroll & Benefits Analyst is responsible for the
full ownership and administration of multi-state payroll and benefits
for an imaging organization with approximately
800–1,000 employees
across multiple locations. This exempt position ensures payroll accuracy, regulatory compliance across jurisdictions, and seamless administration of employee benefit programs. Analyze payroll data, prepare reports and identify process improvements. Must have exceptional Excel skills and be analytical minded. This role serves as the organization’s
subject matter expert for payroll and benefits , working within HR, and partnering closely with Finance, leadership, requiring strong detail, math, and problem-solving skills.
Do you have the right skills and experience for this role Read on to find out, and make your application.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities Multi-State Payroll Administration (Primary Responsibility) Own and manage the
end-to-end, semi-monthly payroll process
for 800–1,000 employees across
multiple states and jurisdictions Ensure compliance with
federal, state, and local wage and hour laws , including overtime, paid leave, and state-specific requirements Manage multi-state payroll tax setup, filings, reconciliations, and audits Maintain accurate state and local tax registrations, unemployment accounts, and jurisdictional reporting Review, audit, and approve payroll data including wages, bonuses, commissions, differentials, PTO, garnishments, and deductions Serve as the primary administrator and internal expert for payroll systems and vendors Ensure timely and accurate payroll tax filings, W-2s, and year-end processing across all applicable states Develop, document, and maintain payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls to support compliance and audit readiness Respond to and resolve employee payroll inquiries and discrepancies with professionalism and confidentiality Commitment to sense of urgency and responsibility as the payroll processor. Benefits Administration Administer benefit programs for a geographically distributed workforce, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, HSA, and retirement plans Oversee the administration of the company’s 401(k) plan to ensure compliance with ERISA, IRS and Department of Labor regulations Manage required nondiscrimination testing, Form 5500 filings, audits, and timely remittance of employee and employer contributions Manage benefits enrollments, qualifying life events, terminations, and annual open enrollment Ensure benefit deductions xsgimln are correctly reflected in payroll across multiple states Support compliance with
ACA, COBRA, ERISA, HIPAA , and applicable state benefits regulations Serve as a trusted resource for employee benefit questions and escalated concerns Compliance, Reporting & Continuous Improvement Monitor changes in
multi-state payroll, tax, and benefits regulations
and recommend process or policy updates Prepare payroll and benefits reports for HR, Finance, audits, and leadership Support internal and external audits related to payroll, payroll taxes, and benefits Identify opportunities to improve payroll efficiency, accuracy, and employee experience
Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
full ownership and administration of multi-state payroll and benefits
for an imaging organization with approximately
800–1,000 employees
across multiple locations. This exempt position ensures payroll accuracy, regulatory compliance across jurisdictions, and seamless administration of employee benefit programs. Analyze payroll data, prepare reports and identify process improvements. Must have exceptional Excel skills and be analytical minded. This role serves as the organization’s
subject matter expert for payroll and benefits , working within HR, and partnering closely with Finance, leadership, requiring strong detail, math, and problem-solving skills.
Do you have the right skills and experience for this role Read on to find out, and make your application.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities Multi-State Payroll Administration (Primary Responsibility) Own and manage the
end-to-end, semi-monthly payroll process
for 800–1,000 employees across
multiple states and jurisdictions Ensure compliance with
federal, state, and local wage and hour laws , including overtime, paid leave, and state-specific requirements Manage multi-state payroll tax setup, filings, reconciliations, and audits Maintain accurate state and local tax registrations, unemployment accounts, and jurisdictional reporting Review, audit, and approve payroll data including wages, bonuses, commissions, differentials, PTO, garnishments, and deductions Serve as the primary administrator and internal expert for payroll systems and vendors Ensure timely and accurate payroll tax filings, W-2s, and year-end processing across all applicable states Develop, document, and maintain payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls to support compliance and audit readiness Respond to and resolve employee payroll inquiries and discrepancies with professionalism and confidentiality Commitment to sense of urgency and responsibility as the payroll processor. Benefits Administration Administer benefit programs for a geographically distributed workforce, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, HSA, and retirement plans Oversee the administration of the company’s 401(k) plan to ensure compliance with ERISA, IRS and Department of Labor regulations Manage required nondiscrimination testing, Form 5500 filings, audits, and timely remittance of employee and employer contributions Manage benefits enrollments, qualifying life events, terminations, and annual open enrollment Ensure benefit deductions xsgimln are correctly reflected in payroll across multiple states Support compliance with
ACA, COBRA, ERISA, HIPAA , and applicable state benefits regulations Serve as a trusted resource for employee benefit questions and escalated concerns Compliance, Reporting & Continuous Improvement Monitor changes in
multi-state payroll, tax, and benefits regulations
and recommend process or policy updates Prepare payroll and benefits reports for HR, Finance, audits, and leadership Support internal and external audits related to payroll, payroll taxes, and benefits Identify opportunities to improve payroll efficiency, accuracy, and employee experience
Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)