Payroll Specialist II
XPEL
San Antonio, TX · Posted November 6, 2026
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About the job
Job Summary:
The payroll specialist II is responsible for payroll processing in their assigned geography.
Core Duties
Prepare and process multiple weekly, biweekly and monthly US & International payrolls in an efficient, accurate and timely manner.
Process manual checks when necessary.
Perform audits on employee payroll records and employee payroll tax records to ensure accuracy and compliance with both state and federal regulations.
Responsible for verifying city, state and federal reports are filed on time and accurately (quarterly, annually, W-2s, etc.).
Work with federal, state, and local compliance and taxation agencies
Process changes to employee records in the various payroll systems including regularly auditing data for accuracy and completion.
Process all wage orders/ liens from government agencies.
Run and file all payroll related reports by deadlines provided by management.
Communicate with XPEL staff at all levels of the organization to respond to payroll questions from employees and managers.
Accurately enter and process garnishments in Payroll System.
Accurately enter and process misc. payroll deductions in Payroll System.
Provide training to managers as needed relating to Time and Attendance.
Balance payroll by auditing information, identifying, and resolving discrepancies.
Ensure compliance with company policies and Government Laws and Regulations.
Enter, upload, and download data into and from spreadsheets
Run and distribute payroll reports
Ability to move between tasks quickly with interruptions and still meet strict deadlines
Strong attention to detail
Strong sense of privacy and propriety
Perform other duties as required and/or assigned
Basic Qualifications
Minimum 2 years of beginning to end payroll processing experience
Proficient in Excel and MS Office Suite
Analytical and strong proven problem-solving abilities
Proven ability to work and excel in a team environment
Desire to work in an evolving environment; must be willing to embrace change quickly
Commitment to professionalism in all interactions with customers, coworkers, and management
Proven ability to maintain good work habits, including punctuality and regular attendance
Proficient in English – reading, writing, speaking
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Desired Qualifications
Bilingual in Spanish, French, German, or Dutch is highly desirable but not required
International payroll experience highly desirable but not required
Multi-state tax experience highly desirable but not required
XPEL is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.