Payroll Analyst Jobs in Texas
Payroll Analyst jobs in Texas are concentrated in Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Austin, where large corporate headquarters and shared-services centers create consistent demand for professionals who specialize in multi-state payroll processing, HRIS administration, and compliance reporting. Major employers with a lasting presence across Texas include ExxonMobil, American Airlines, and Dell Technologies, all of which maintain sizable payroll operations tied to their headquarters and regional offices. The market supports roles from entry-level payroll coordinators to senior analysts managing complex union or executive payroll programs. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Northrop Grumman Corporation is seeking a Payroll Analyst for it's Irving, TX office. The selected candidate will work in a shared services payroll organization responsible for processing approximately 90K+ employees nationwide using SAP Payroll software.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Analyze, audit, reconcile, and resolve complex payroll processing and employee payroll issues to ensure timely and accurate employee compensation.
- Execute payroll processing and interfacing routines using SAP software.
- Assist in the preparation and maintenance of detailed functional process documentation.
- Assist with the evaluation and modification of payroll programs developed by programmers.
- Assist with the evaluation and modification of payroll configuration initiated by CIDO.
- Participate in the implementation and maintenance of payroll-impacting processes developed in-house.
- Participate in the implementation and maintenance of payroll-impacting services provided by external vendors.
- Assist in ensuring all payroll areas are processed accurately on a weekly and bi-weekly basis.
- Assist in confirming that all payments are disbursed via direct deposit and/or checks are printed and distributed as required.
Qualifications & Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Payroll processing experience, including familiarity with regulatory requirements, internal procedures, accounting practices, and system software.
- Knowledge of FLSA, federal and state wage and hour laws, and related regulations.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
- Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to organize and prioritize work to meet critical deadlines.
- Ability to perform basic payroll calculations.
- Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Critical success factors for candidates will include a highly collaborative work style, the ability to anticipate problems, proactively deal with difficult situations and communicate appropriately with all levels of stakeholders. Most qualified candidates will have strong organizational, problem-solving and closure skills.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
- High school diploma & 4 years of related education, i.e.: business or accounting and/or relevant work experience
- Analytical problem-solving and issue resolution
- Clear written and verbal communication
- Some payroll knowledge
Preferred Qualifications:
- SAP Payroll
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What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in payroll analyst jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, human resources, or a related field
- Hands-on experience with enterprise payroll systems such as Workday, SAP, or ADP
- Working knowledge of federal and Texas-specific payroll tax rules and reporting obligations
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) credential preferred
- Proficiency in Excel for payroll reconciliation, audits, and variance analysis
- Familiarity with multi-state payroll processing and year-end W-2 preparation
Payroll Analyst Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a payroll analyst in Texas?
Most Texas employers expect a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or human resources as the baseline for a payroll analyst role. Texas does not issue a state-specific payroll license, so the most recognized credentials are the Fundamental Payroll Certification and the Certified Payroll Professional designation, both awarded by the American Payroll Association. Candidates who pair a relevant degree with either certification and hands-on HRIS experience are consistently the strongest applicants in Texas listings.
How much do payroll analysts make in Texas?
Payroll analysts in Texas earn a median of about $54,090 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $36,040 for the lowest 10% to over $75,850 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire payroll analysts in Texas?
Texas payroll analyst roles are posted by WM, CBRE, and eBay and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Texas's concentration of energy, aviation, and technology headquarters means demand is especially consistent at large corporate shared-services centers based in the Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth corridors.
Which Texas cities have the most payroll analyst jobs?
Dallas, Houston, and Irving account for the largest share of payroll analyst openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its dense cluster of energy and petrochemical headquarters that maintain large in-house payroll teams, while Dallas-Fort Worth draws volume from financial services, retail, and aviation employers, and Austin's fast-growing technology and semiconductor sector has steadily expanded its payroll staffing over recent years.
Are there remote payroll analyst jobs in Texas?
Yes, and more than most fields, because payroll analysis is fundamentally desk and systems work that translates well to remote environments. About 93% of payroll analyst openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how widely Texas employers have adopted flexible arrangements for this role. The most remote-friendly tasks include HRIS data auditing, tax filing coordination, and payroll reconciliation, while on-site presence is more common during quarter-end and year-end close cycles.
How can I get hired as a payroll analyst in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a payroll coordinator or HR generalist role at a mid-size Texas company, which builds the hands-on system and compliance exposure that analyst positions require. Large Texas employers such as H-E-B, USAA, and Texas Health Resources regularly hire payroll support staff and post associate-level openings that serve as a stepping stone. Earning the Fundamental Payroll Certification while in a coordinator role signals credibility to hiring managers and meaningfully shortens the path to an analyst title.
Where can I find and apply to payroll analyst jobs in Texas?
Migrate Mate lists current payroll analyst openings across Texas, from entry-level coordinator roles to senior analyst positions at major employers. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, specialization, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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