Cox Enterprises · 12 hours ago
Payroll Coordinator
Houston TX
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$18.17/hr - $27.31/hrCox Automotive, a leading provider of fleet maintenance services, is seeking a Payroll Coordinator to support accurate and timely payroll processing. The role involves data entry, invoice reconciliation, and collaboration with cross-functional partners to ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
AdvertisingBroadcastingDigital MediaTelecommunications
No H1B
Responsibilities
Gain working knowledge of company payroll concepts, systems, and procedures
Manually review daily invoices for accuracy, including piece rates and flagged hours
Reconcile hours worked against original invoices; research and resolve discrepancies
Prepare and process payroll in accordance with established process and deadlines
Learn and comply with all company and legal payroll standards and regulations
Accurately enter, update, and maintain data across company systems
Review data for completeness, accuracy, and alignment with payroll documentation
Research and correct data inconsistencies to maintain record integrity
Organize, maintain, and update payroll files to ensure accessibility and compliance
Assist in preparing reconciliations and supporting materials for audits or compliance reviews
Participate in special projects including data entry, unit setup, and process documentation
Assist in problem-solving and troubleshooting project-related data challenges
Collaborate with peers and cross-functional departments to ensure accurate project deliverables
Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce errors, and enhance overall efficiency
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma/GED Required
Basic understanding of payroll or general office processes with the ability to build knowledge over time
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and transactional work
Ability to follow established procedures and work within defined guidelines
Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain accurate, up-to-date records
Basic analytical and problem-solving skills used to research discrepancies and verify data
Good communication skills for responding to inquiries and working with internal teams
Comfort working with systems, spreadsheets, and standard office software; ability to learn new systems quickly
Ability to manage sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism
Dependable
Benefits
Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of 6.67 hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO).
Company
Cox Enterprises
Cox Enterprises is a communications, media, and automotive services company.
Founded in 1898
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.7M2014-12-15Grant· $1.7M
Leadership Team
Alexander Taylor
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Patrick O'Boyle
Senior Vice President of Corporate Development
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