Bookkeeper/Payroll Specialist
8 days ago
Houston
Job Description About us Dynamic Service Solutions (DSS) is a mission-driven organization partnering with federal and local agencies to deliver high-quality human services, staffing, and program support nationwide. We are committed to excellence, innovation, and compassionate service. We’re seeking compassionate professionals to join our Children First Residential Care Program, where you’ll provide trauma-informed, culturally responsive care in a safe and supportive environment. Your work will help children move toward stability and family reunification. If you are passionate about serving vulnerable populations and want to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to join our mission-focused team. Many roles require fluency in English and Spanish. Explore opportunities in our Career Center and make a difference where it matters most. Job Summary Bookkeeper/Payroll Specialist position will handle all financial and payroll information. This person will be tasked with running payroll, handling benefit programs, and submitting all government forms, sales tax payments, and payroll deductions. Payroll Specialist ensures that employee payroll processing is in compliance with federal and state laws. Essential Functions • Manage end-to-end payroll processes, including data collection, validation, reconciliation, timesheets, and timely, error-free payroll cycles., • Oversee HRIS and timekeeping systems, ensuring accurate records, attendance monitoring, and updates to exemptions, deductions, and organizational changes., • Execute payroll runs and handle garnishments, reimbursements, bonuses, incentives, stop payments, and job status changes with accuracy and consistency., • Ensure correct calculation of payroll liabilities (taxes, Social Security, unemployment, workers’ comp), maintaining compliance with federal/state regulations and grant requirements., • Process benefit enrollments, changes, claims, and leave policies; align payroll with benefits; and provide professional support to employees with payroll/benefit inquiries. Qualifications and Requirements Education/Work Experience: Level: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration or Finance or related business field. • 2 to 4 years of experience in bookkeeping, bank reconciliation, administration of payroll, related payroll tax reporting., • 2 years of full-time professional experience in accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, payroll and payroll reports in field of study., • Experience in services related to payroll such as writing checks and submitting payroll taxes., • Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles., • Extensive experience with data entry, record keeping and computer operation. Working Conditions/ Physical Effort Work is performed mostly in an office setting. Some overnight travel; public speaking, evening and weekend work are requirements of the position. Regular computer work is also required. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; finger, handle, or feel objects, or control; reach; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The physical demands and work environment characteristics described above are representative of the physical capabilities that must be met by an employee and the working conditions that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. What We Offer • Competitive salary., • Benefits package medical, dental, vision, HSA, DCFSA and 401 K retirement plan. Life and Disability Plans and other supplemental plans. Student Loan Assistance plan., • Paid time off, holidays, and sick leave., • Professional development opportunities; ongoing training in best practices, and leadership., • Mission-driven work in a collaborative, supportive team. Why Join DSS Our people are our greatest strength while empowering communities through compassion, structure, and service. We are committed to supporting your professional growth through ongoing training, mentorship, and clear pathways for advancement. We actively promote and encourage team members to apply for internal opportunities, helping you build a long-term career while expanding your skills and leadership potential. When you join DSS, you become part of a supportive organization that invests in your development and values your impact. This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. We participate in E-Verify. How to Apply Apply directly through our ADP Careers portal under Dynamic Service Solutions (DSS). Submit your resume and a brief cover letter describing your experience and interest in this position. Equal Employment Opportunity: Dynamic Service Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, disability, age, military/veteran status, parental status, or other non-merit factors. Dynamic Service Solutions is also committed to complying with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.