Charles Schwab · 15 hours ago
Payroll Specialist
US-TX-Westlake
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$45K/yr - $60K/yr
2+ years expCharles Schwab is a financial services company that empowers employees to make an impact on their careers. The Payroll Specialist will manage daily and bi-weekly payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance while addressing payroll inquiries and contributing to continuous improvement efforts.
Financial Services
Responsibilities
Administer payroll using Workday; validate pay/tax data changes (e.g., state transfers, company/tax updates)
Communicate with employees, managers, and business partners to verify and clarify payroll information
Manage garnishments: initiate ADP files, process WRIT orders, and handle employee refunds
Analyze payroll reports, correct discrepancies, and ensure compliance
Process off-cycle payments (e.g., new hires, terminations, LOAs, severance, deceased wages) per policy and state law
Distribute paychecks using verified mailing addresses
Identify and resolve overpayments in collaboration with stakeholders
Escalate complex issues to payroll leadership
Review ACH reject reports; verify and correct impacted pay runs
Maintain compliance with SOX and internal RCSA standards
Address help requests and errors; determine corrective actions and process reversals or payment stops
Generate and analyze monthly payroll metrics
Resolve cases related to earnings, taxes, and deductions
Run daily settlement processes in Workday
Support special projects and perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
2–3 years of experience managing full-cycle, multi-state payroll processes
Hands-on experience with Workday Payroll
Proficiency in payroll systems and data querying tools
Preferred
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or a closely related field
Advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and complex formulas
Strong knowledge of state and federal payroll laws and regulations
Proven ability to build and maintain effective internal and external partnerships
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work
Demonstrated ability to set ambitious goals and consistently achieve them
Experience driving process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and productivity
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate and resolve complex issues
Track record of success working both independently and collaboratively in team environments
Company
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