Houston, Texas, United States Hybrid Employment

LyondellBasell (LYB) is hiring a Senior Payroll Analyst

About the Role

LyondellBasell (LYB) is hiring a Senior Payroll Analyst to join our Human Resources Department. This senior role is responsible for administering salaried, exempt, and non-exempt payrolls using SAP, including processing additional payments, auditing, and balancing each payroll in a multi-state environment.

What You'll Do

  • Process and administer non-exempt hourly payrolls in a multi-state environment.
  • Partner with internal teams and external vendors to improve system processes and procedures.
  • Maintain a high degree of confidentiality regarding employee personal data.
  • Process large payroll files and prepare them for upload into SAP.
  • Respond immediately to employee questions or concerns regarding pay-related issues.
  • Assist Human Resource representatives and employees with procedural understanding of payroll policies.
  • Audit and balance each payroll.
  • Process additional payments such as bonuses, stock option exercises, and other special payments using SAP Payroll.

What We're Looking For

  • BA/BS degree or equivalent experience in Business, Information Systems, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of relevant experience using SAP to maintain and process payroll.
  • Experience working with large volume payrolls and in a multi-state environment.
  • Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
  • Strong knowledge of multi‑state payroll laws, federal regulations, and payroll tax compliance.
  • Proven ability to execute payroll garnishment setup and processing with accuracy and timeliness.
  • Excellent interpersonal conduct, behavior, and strong oral & written communication skills.
  • Proficient in MS Office products.
  • Able to comprehend moderately complex assignments quickly and use initiative to accomplish goals.
  • Ability to learn quickly and work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.

Nice to Have

  • CPP preferred, but not required.
  • Experience with Success Factors as an HR system.
  • Canada Payroll Processing experience.
  • Experience in expatriate payroll processing in partnership with Global Mobility Teams.
  • Experience working with executive compensation.

Technical Stack

  • SAP
  • MS Office

Team & Environment

This role is part of the Human Resources Department.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Workplace Flexibility: Global Remote Work Policy allows eligible employees to request to work remotely up to two full days per standard work week.
  • Comprehensive Health, Welfare, Life and Retirement Programs.
  • 6% LYB match on 401(k) contribution.
  • 5% LYB cash balance pension plan accrual.
  • Comprehensive Well-being Benefits: Programs to support physical, mental, financial, and social health.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan: LYB ESPP offers a 10% discount on LYB stock for eligible employees.
  • Educational Assistance Program: Financial aid for approved educational activities.
  • Bravo Rewards Program: Recognizing outstanding employee contributions.
  • Robust Medical and Life Insurance Packages.
  • Professional Development: Opportunities through training, mentoring, work experiences, community involvement, and team-building.
  • Competitive Vacation Policies.
  • Global Adoption Policy: Support for employees expanding their families.
  • Matching Gifts Program: Enhance the impact of charitable contributions to qualified organizations.

Work Mode

This is a hybrid role supporting a multi-state environment.

LyondellBasell is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Required Skills
SAPMS OfficePayroll ProcessingMulti-state PayrollData ConfidentialityLarge Volume PayrollsBusiness AnalysisInformation Systems
Need to work legally in Thailand?

Work permits without the paperwork nightmare

Thai immigration rules are strict and easy to get wrong. SVBL handles the bureaucracy — correct visa type, proper documentation, timely submissions. You focus on your work.

Right visa type for your situation
Document preparation & submission
Deadline tracking & renewals
Direct liaison with immigration
Talk to an expert
10+ years experience
About company
LyondellBasell (LYB)

LyondellBasell is a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. LYB develops high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare.

Visit website
Job Details
Department Human Resources
Category other
Posted 14 days ago