Payroll & Reporting Analyst

PEMEX Deer Park

  • Deer Park, TX
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 7 days ago
PEMEX Deer Park is a highly complex refinery located 18 miles east of Houston in Deer Park, TX, and is a part of the PEMEX group which is a fully integrated oil company in the Americas, working across the entire value chain: exploration, production, industrial processing/refining, logistics and marketing. PEMEX Deer Park provides a diverse and inclusive work environment that employs approximately 1000 employees with another 1200 contractors on site. The refinery’s rated capacity is 340,000 barrels per day and has the feed flexibility to process multiple grades of crudes to produce the high-quality transportation fuels the world needs. The PEMEX Deer Park site is co-located with other 3rd party chemical facilities allowing for further integration and optimization of the refinery and its products. We set high standards of performance and ethical behaviors and offer challenging and fulfilling job opportunities in a number of fields. We take great pride in our ability to ensure the health and safety of our workers and the environment while being a good neighbor and have a positive impact on the local community where we work.BENEFITS:
We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive compensation and an extensive benefits package including paid time off, medical, dental, and vision benefits, and future growth opportunities within the company. Plus, we work to maintain the best possible environment for our employees, where people can learn and grow with the company. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where each person feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning and culture.Job PurposeAs the Payroll & Reporting Analyst, you will oversee our union and non-union payroll and employee benefits programs, while also contributing to broader HR operations, analytics, and strategic initiatives. This role is critical in ensuring compliance, accuracy, and a best-in-class employee experience. You will have a strong background in payroll processing, benefits administration, and 401(k) plan compliance, and will serve as a go-to resource for employees across the organization.This is a dynamic position for a hands-on professional who is passionate about HR, eager to grow, and ready to take on responsibilities that impact the organization across various levels.Accountabilities & Responsibilities:Payroll & Benefits Administration
*Lead end-to-end payroll processing across union and non-union, ensuring accuracy and legal compliance (federal, state, local).
*Ensure accurate payroll tax filings, garnishments, benefits deductions, bonuses, and shift differentials.
*Manage payroll audits, W-2 processing, year-end reporting, and reconciliation with Finance.
*Reconcile payroll data and validate reports pre- and post-processing.
*Handle life events (new hires, terminations, life changes), billing reconciliation, and vendor liaison
*Oversee 401(k) administration: enrolments, contributions, compliance testing, and filings (e.g., Form 5500)
  • ·Serve as the first point of contact for payroll and compliance-related inquiries.
Strategic HR & Cross-Functional Projects
*Partner with HR, Finance, and external vendors to ensure clean, compliant processes.
*Support employee onboarding and offboarding from a payroll standpoint.
*Assist with audits, internal controls, and process improvements across HR operations.
*Take on special projects related to HR reporting, data analytics, and workforce insights, helping to inform business decisions and improve employee experience.Compliance & Process Improvement
*Ensure compliance with SOX, FLSA, and relevant federal and Texas-specific wage laws.
*Maintain payroll and HRIS documentation, internal controls, and standard operating procedures.
*Partner with HR, Finance, and Legal on audits, compliance reviews, and confidential investigations.
*Identify automation opportunities and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.Job Knowledge, Skills & ExperienceSpecify the educational background, qualifications and experience that would typically be required to fully and effectively perform this job.Key qualifications:
*Strong diligence and analytical skills. Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
*Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive data. Project management and change management capabilities.Experience requirements:Required:
  • Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
  • 5–7 years of progressive experience in payroll processing and HRIS systems administration.
*Experience with payroll in union and non-union manufacturing/refinery environments.
*Strong knowledge of payroll tax regulations and labor law compliance.
*Proficiency in Excel and data analytics tools.Preferred:
*Experience with HRIS Systems
*Knowledge of collective bargaining agreements and union payroll structures.Physical requirements:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:
*Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
*You must be able to be onsite at PEMEX Deer Park for a minimum of three days per week.
*Must be able to drive and/or travel by bus and/or shuttle to various locations within the refinery.
*Must be able to lift to fifteen pounds at times.
*Must currently hold or be able to qualify to receive a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card. Note, information regarding TWIC qualification standards may be found at

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