Payroll Bookkeeper

We are looking for a detail-oriented part-time (20 hours per week) Payroll Bookkeeper to support payroll and accounting operations for a team based in Dallas, Texas. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone who can balance accurate payroll administration with day-to-day bookkeeping responsibilities in a fast-paced environment. The role requires strong bilingual communication skills in English and Spanish, along with the ability to handle sensitive financial information with discretion and precision.

Responsibilities

• Administer recurring payroll cycles on a weekly, biweekly, or semimonthly basis while ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule.
• Examine time records, attendance details, and employee updates to confirm payroll calculations and resolve inconsistencies before processing.
• Oversee deductions, benefit withholdings, tax withholdings, and wage garnishments in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Keep payroll files current and organized, maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local payroll requirements.
• Record financial activity in the general ledger and support routine bookkeeping tasks to preserve accurate accounting records.
• Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, including maintaining organized vendor and customer account information.
• Complete reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, and payroll-related balances to identify and correct discrepancies.
• Prepare journal entries and contribute to month-end close, reporting support, and audit-related documentation requests.
• Communicate with employees in both English and Spanish regarding payroll questions, onboarding documents, and record updates while protecting confidential information.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience processing payroll from start to finish.
• At least 2 years of hands-on bookkeeping or accounting experience.
• Fluency in both English and Spanish, including written and verbal communication.
• Working knowledge of payroll platforms and accounting software, with QuickBooks experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the broader Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong accuracy, organization, and attention to detail when handling payroll and financial data.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines and maintain high-quality work in a busy environment.
• Familiarity with multi-state payroll processing and payroll tax reporting is strongly valued.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
• Eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan.

Schedule

20 hours per week (part-time, long-term contract).