Payroll Specialist

Posted 10 Days Ago
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Houston, TX, USA
In-Office
Junior
Other • Real Estate
The Role
Processes payroll transactions, including new hires, separations, salary changes, benefits, direct deposits, wage garnishments, and leave requests. Verifies time submissions and paycheck calculations in UKG, prepares payroll reports, maintains employee files, supports FMLA administration, and recommends process improvements to the Payroll Manager.
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About the Role

The Payroll Specialist is primarily responsible for the day-to-day operations for one of the assigned Payrolls using the company’s electronic payroll system including processing new hires, separations, and any payroll updates; processing any leave requests; and handling special projects for the Payroll Department.

What You'll Do

  • Process new hires and input benefit enrollment data, salary increases, and separations.
  • Prepare paychecks and direct deposit transactions for employees.
  • Verify accuracy of Electronic Time Submission and paycheck calculation using UKG.
  • Process employee wage garnishments including Internal Revenue Service levies, Child Support Orders, and Chapter 13 deductions.
  • Manage paid and unpaid leaves of absence, including FMLA paperwork.
  • Create and process detailed payroll reports for management.
  • Analyze payroll processes and make recommendations to the Payroll Manager when needed.
  • Prepare and maintain payroll and employee files.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What We're Looking For

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • Requires 1 to 2 years of relevant payroll processing experience.
  • General knowledge of payroll procedures and IRS tax laws.
  • Demonstrated computer skills including a working knowledge of MS Office products, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Benefits

Why You Will Love Working Here

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package:
    • Medical, dental, vision coverage
    • Financial Planning
    • Time Off & Life Balance
    • Family & Lifestyle
  • Opportunities for growth and development
  • Culture that is collaborative, inclusive, fast-paced, people-first
  • Stable company with strong reputation in the market

Why Join Perry Homes?

At Perry Homes, we’re committed to integrity, excellence, and service—values that guide every customer interaction. Join a team where your work directly contributes to an exceptional homebuying experience and a trusted brand. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where people can do their best work.

***Note to job seekers: Your resume will be reviewed as the best qualified candidates will be contacted in the event that there is potential match***  

Perry Homes is an Equal Opportunity Employer   

Disclaimer: Recruitment Fraud – Any communication regarding job opportunities from our organization will be initiated through official channels only, including our company email domain, @perryhomes.com and verified social media accounts.  We advise candidates to exercise caution and refrain from sharing personal or sensitive information with any party claiming to represent our company outside of these channels.  We do not at any early stage of recruitment process solicit personal information (e.g., passport and bank account info), financial details, or any form of payment (e.g., application fee).  If you receive suspicious communications, encounter job postings that appear fraudulent, or want to confirm any employment postings, please contact [email protected].

Skills Required

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 1 to 2 years of relevant payroll processing experience
  • General knowledge of payroll procedures and IRS tax laws
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Perry Homes Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Perry Homes and has not been reviewed or approved by Perry Homes.

  • Fair & Transparent Compensation Pay is considered strong in revenue‑generating roles, with high earning potential in sales and solid base or guaranteed pay in some cases. Overall, pay is often characterized as fair.
  • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, and vision coverage are provided alongside an Employee Assistance Program. Optional critical illness and accident plans add breadth to the core health offering.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with company match is offered. Company‑paid life, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability reinforce financial security alongside retirement savings.

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The Company
HQ: Houston, TX
830 Employees
Year Founded: 1967

What We Do

Perry Homes, for over 50 years, has built quality homes in desirable communities across Texas in ideal locations around Austin, Dallas, Houston and San Antonio. We offer a variety of designs for every lifestyle at unmistakable values and quality in the most desirable Texas communities. Perry Homes is dedicated to providing first-class customer service before, during and after the sale. Our continuing loyalty to our customers, combined with our distinguished reputation, creates an unrivaled demand for Perry Homes.

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