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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # HRIS PAYROLL SPECIALIST - **Company:** Randstad - **Location:** Austin, TX, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $49,920.0 - $54,080.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Bioinformatics, Business Software, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Microsoft Office, Pivot Tables, Software Engineering, Data Streaming, Systems Integration, Workday - **Published:** August 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.randstadusa.com/jobs/308/ab_5012276/hris-payroll-specialist_austin/ ## About the Role * Payroll Processing * Workday, UKG * HRIS * Advanced Excel * Payroll Tax * Wage Garnishment * Reconciliation * Auditing * Compensation (2 years of experience is preferred) * Payroll * Basic Software Skills * Compliance ## Description We are seeking a detail-oriented, professional HRIS & Payroll Specialist to deliver accurate, timely, and compliant HRIS and payroll support across our Austin and Taylor sites. In this dual-impact role, you will manage end-to-end payroll processes-including tax/deduction handling, record maintenance, and reconciliation-while partnering closely with HR Operations and Shared Services. On the HRIS side, you will facilitate high-volume new hire data entry, manage indirect vendor onboarding, and audit data flows between HCM. * Education & Experience: Minimum of 2+ years of payroll and HR administration experience in a multi-site or fast-paced environment. * Software Expertise: Proven experience using Workday and UKG (UltiPro / Dimensions). * Technical Skills: Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically MS Excel skills (VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables) Knowledge & Abilities * Payroll Compliance: strong working knowledge of federal payroll laws, tax regulations, wage calculations, and garnishment procedures. * Data Accuracy: Exceptional attention to detail with a track record of high-accuracy data entry under tight deadlines. * Problem Solving: strong analytical mindset capable of performing root-cause analysis on payroll and system discrepancies. * Communication: Professional written and verbal communication skills to interface effectively with employees, HR teams, and external partners salary: $24 - $26 per hour shift: First work hours: 8 AM - 5 PM education: Bachelors Responsibilities Payroll Execution: Assist with the end-to-end biweekly payroll cycle, processing adjustments, and ad-hoc payment requests. Reconciliation & Auditing: Reconcile payroll data, perform timecard audits, and run basic payroll calculations to ensure 100% data accuracy before final processing. Taxes & Garnishments: Process agency and payroll mail, accurately setting up tax deductions, wage levies, child support orders, and garnishments. Root Cause Analysis: Research payroll discrepancies, perform root cause analyses, and coordinate with stakeholders to implement long-term solutions. System Data Syncing: Monitor, verify, and audit employee data flows between Workday and UKG (Dimensions / UltiPro) to guarantee seamless system integration. High-Volume Data Entry: Execute high-volume new hire data entries Indirect Vendor Management: Support HRIS administration with a focus on indirect vendor onboarding, tracking, and auditing. Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to optimize payroll and onboarding workflows, enhance system efficiency, and update SOP documentation. Tier 1 & Tier 2 Support: Act as a primary point of contact for employee, internal HR, and Shared Services inquiries regarding payroll and onboarding. Ticketing & Escalation: Submit and track support tickets with Shared Services, escalating complex issues when necessary to ensure swift resolution. The essential functions of this role include: * working in a smoke free environment Skills * Payroll Processing * Workday, UKG * HRIS * Advanced Excel * Payroll Tax * Wage Garnishment * Reconciliation * Auditing * Compensation (2 years of experience is preferred) * Payroll * Basic Software Skills * Compliance Qualifications * Years of experience: 2 years * Experience level: Experienced Randstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad. Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days. , Payroll Execution: Assist with the end-to-end biweekly payroll cycle, processing adjustments, and ad-hoc payment requests. Reconciliation & Auditing: Reconcile payroll data, perform timecard audits, and run basic payroll calculations to ensure 100% data accuracy before final processing. Taxes & Garnishments: Process agency and payroll mail, accurately setting up tax deductions, wage levies, child support orders, and garnishments. Root Cause Analysis: Research payroll discrepancies, perform root cause analyses, and coordinate with stakeholders to implement long-term solutions. System Data Syncing: Monitor, verify, and audit employee data flows between Workday and UKG (Dimensions / UltiPro) to guarantee seamless system integration. High-Volume Data Entry: Execute high-volume new hire data entries Indirect Vendor Management: Support HRIS administration with a focus on indirect vendor onboarding, tracking, and auditing. Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to optimize payroll and onboarding workflows, enhance system efficiency, and update SOP documentation. Tier 1 & Tier 2 Support: Act as a primary point of contact for employee, internal HR, and Shared Services inquiries regarding payroll and onboarding. Ticketing & Escalation: Submit and track support tickets with Shared Services, escalating complex issues when necessary to ensure swift resolution. 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