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At a glance
McKesson is hiring a Payroll Specialist in Irving, TX; Woodlands, TX +1. It is a full-time hybrid role in HR & Talent, asking for at least 3 years of experience, first listed on November 1. The advertised pay is $23.29–$38.81 an hour. The description mentions Workday and Excel. McKesson has 99 other openings in the US, 18 of them in Irving, TX. Across all employers on USA Jobs 24 there are 3 HR & Talent openings in Irving, TX today; the typical one asks for 3 years and advertises about $161,000 a year at the midpoint.
How the pay compares
McKesson advertises $23.29 to $38.81 an hour, a midpoint of $31.05 an hour. Where an offer lands in a range usually depends on experience and on the exact location. That is lower than about 75% of the 8 HR & talent jobs across the US that publish an hourly rate on USA Jobs 24, where the typical midpoint is $40 an hour. At 40 hours a week all year, $31.05 an hour comes to about $65,000 before tax. Convert other hourly rates To see roughly what this leaves after federal and Texas tax, try our take-home pay calculator.
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How often each skill named in this advert appears across the 251 HR & talent jobs we list today. Workday is the most widely requested (19% of jobs). Widely requested skills are what employers expect as a baseline; rarer ones show what is special about this job.
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- Check it is still open. We found this job on McKesson's Workday site on November 1 and checked it again November 4, 5:17 AM ET. When an employer takes a job down, we remove it at our next daily update.
- Plan the commute. This is a hybrid role based in Irving, TX. Ask how many days a week you would be expected in the office.
- Match the experience. The advert asks for at least 3 years of experience. If you are a little short, a close match on the skills in the advert can still win an interview.
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About hiring at McKesson
McKesson has 100 openings on USA Jobs 24 today across 33 states. Most are in operations (32), healthcare & pharma (17) and software & IT (12). The biggest locations are Irving, TX (19), Columbus, OH (10) and Richmond, VA (10). 29% of them are remote, 8% are open to entry-level candidates and 78% show pay. We collect McKesson's jobs every day straight from its own careers system (Workday), never from job boards or agencies.
The employer's advert
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McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.
What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.
The Payroll Specialist at McKesson Corporation will be responsible for accurately and timely processing payroll for a large employee base, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and company policies.
Job Responsibilities:
* Process multi-state payroll for exempt and non-exempt employees, including bonuses, commissions, and other pay elements.
* Review and verify timekeeping records, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company policies and labor laws.
* Calculate and process payroll deductions, including taxes, benefits, and garnishments.
* Reconcile payroll data and resolve any discrepancies or issues.
* Prepare and submit payroll reports to management and regulatory agencies.
* Assist with year-end payroll processing, including W-2 generation and reconciliation.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee payroll records.
* Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, and time off.
* Collaborate with HR, Benefits, and Accounting departments to ensure seamless integration of payroll processes.
* Stay informed of changes in payroll tax laws and regulations.
* Participate in payroll system upgrades and testing as needed.
Job Qualifications**
* High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
* 3+ years of experience in payroll processing for a large organization.
* Proficiency with payroll software (e.g., Workday, ADP, Ultimate Software).
* Strong understanding of federal, state, and local payroll tax laws and regulations.
* Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
* Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation is a plus.
This position is largely a remote, 1-2 times a month in office. Targeting mid-range of the posted pay range.
We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.
Our Base Pay Range for this position
$23.29 - $38.81McKesson has become aware of online recruiting-related scams in which individuals who are not affiliated with or authorized by McKesson are using McKesson’s (or affiliated entities, like CoverMyMeds or RxCrossroads) name in fraudulent emails, job postings or social media messages. In light of these scams, please bear the following in mind:
McKesson Talent Advisors will never solicit money or credit card information in connection with a McKesson job application.
McKesson Talent Advisors do not communicate with candidates via online chatrooms or using email accounts such as Gmail or Hotmail. Note that McKesson does rely on a virtual assistant (Gia) for certain recruiting-related communications with candidates.
McKesson job postings are posted on our career site: careers.mckesson.com.
McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer
McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.
McKesson is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to (United States) Disability_Accommodation@McKesson.com or (Canada) Accessibility@mckesson.ca. Resumes or CVs submitted to this email box will not be accepted.
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