Howard Hughes Communities · 10 hours ago
Sr. Payroll Specialist
The Woodlands, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expHoward Hughes Communities is dedicated to innovative placemaking and is seeking a Senior Payroll Specialist to oversee payroll functions for a multi-state real estate organization. This role involves ensuring timely and accurate compensation for approximately 500 employees while maintaining compliance with payroll regulations.
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Responsibilities
Administer bi-weekly payroll for salaried and hourly employees across five states
Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local tax laws, including garnishments and wage deductions
Maintain compliance with Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and other relevant regulations
Utilize Workday Payroll, Absence Management, and Time Tracking modules for payroll processing
Configure and maintain payroll-related settings within Workday
Generate and analyze payroll reports to ensure data integrity and accuracy
Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies promptly
Prepare and present payroll summaries and variance analyses to HR and finance teams
Assist in the preparation of year-end tax documents (e.g., W-2s, 940s)
Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll-related inquiries from employees and management
Provide training to HR staff on payroll processes and Workday functionalities
Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive payroll information with discretion
Identify opportunities to streamline payroll processes and enhance efficiency
Collaborate with cross-functional teams on payroll-related projects and system upgrades
Participate in audits and assist with compliance reviews as necessary
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent work experience
Minimum of 5 years of payroll processing experience, preferably in a multi-state environment
Proficiency in Workday Payroll, Absence Management, and Time Tracking modules
Strong understanding of federal and state payroll regulations and tax laws
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Outlook
Experience with One Source Virtual platform
Familiarity with payroll integrations and data imports/exports in Workday
Experience with payroll audits and compliance reporting
Benefits
Competitive 401k plan
Generous PTO policy
Premium medical, dental, and vision coverage
Voluntary benefits for unexpected life events
Student loan assistance and stipends to assist with lifelong learning
Company
Howard Hughes Communities
Howard Hughes Communities develops, owns, and operates the nation’s premier large-scale master planned communities and mixed-use developments.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.4BKey Investors
Pershing Square Holdings
2025-05-05Post Ipo Equity· $900M
2018-05-14Post Ipo Debt· $495M
1913-01-01IPO
Leadership Team
David O'Reilly
Chief Executive Officer
Carlos Olea
Chief Financial Officer
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