Payroll Specialist – Upstream Oil & Gas
Compensation: $75K–$90K base + bonus eligible + LTIP

Why Consider This Payroll Specialist Role:

• High Visibility & Recognition – Strong performers are regularly acknowledged by executive leadership and the board — your work won’t go unnoticed here.
• SOX-Driven Environment – Build your technical toolkit in a company that values structure, controls, and compliance without unnecessary red tape.
• Mentorship – Be surrounded by experienced accounting leaders who love to teach and invest in junior talent
• Exposure to M&A & Asset-Level Activity – Gain hands-on experience with impairment testing, ARO adjustments, and asset-level accounting functions.
• Comp Package – Competitive base salary, performance bonus, comprehensive medical benefits, 401(k) with match, paid holidays, and generous PTO.

Key Responsibilities of the Payroll Specialist:

• Process bi-weekly payroll for hourly, salaried, and offshore employees, including exception pay, bonuses, new hires, and terminations
• Audit timesheets and coordinate directly with employees and managers to ensure accurate and timely corrections
• Ensure payroll processes comply with federal, state, and local regulations and tax requirements
• Partner with HR to maintain up-to-date employee data and track benefits, LOAs, and 401(k) contributions
• Generate payroll reports and conduct regular audits to ensure data accuracy
• Assist with year-end payroll processes including W-2 preparation and distribution

Qualifications of the Payroll Specialist:

• High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree preferred
• 5+ years of payroll experience
• Experience with payroll platforms such as UKG/UltiPro, ADP, Oracle, or similar (UKG strongly preferred)

Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll taxes, garnishments, DOL regulations, and benefits compliance

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