Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Payroll Clerk and become the backbone of employee compensation accuracy. We're seeking a meticulous professional to manage end-to-end payroll processing for our growing workforce in the heart of New Orleans. This hybrid role combines in-office collaboration with remote flexibility, offering the perfect blend of structure and autonomy. Ideal candidates will thrive in a fast-paced environment where precision meets compliance, ensuring every team member receives timely, accurate compensation while maintaining the highest standards of financial integrity.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 200+ employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Verify timekeeping data, deductions, and benefits enrollment for accuracy
- Prepare and file federal, state, and local payroll tax returns quarterly
- Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies within 24 hours
- Manage garnishments, child support, and other wage deductions
- Generate payroll reports for leadership and external audits
- Collaborate with HR on new hire onboarding and terminations
Qualifications
- Associate's degree in Accounting/Business or equivalent experience required
- 3+ years of payroll processing experience with ADP/Sage systems
- Active Payroll Professional (CPP) certification preferred
- Expert knowledge of FLSA, IRS, and Louisiana payroll regulations
- Advanced proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables) and HRIS platforms
- Proven track record of 100% payroll audit compliance
- Exceptional problem-solving skills with attention to microscopic detail