Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team in the heart of New Orleans as a Senior Payroll Specialist. We're seeking a meticulous professional to manage our complex payroll operations for 500+ employees across multiple states. This high-impact role offers exceptional compensation and growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.
Our ideal candidate will ensure timely and accurate payroll processing while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. You'll leverage cutting-edge payroll systems and collaborate closely with HR and finance teams to deliver seamless payroll experiences.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly multi-state payroll for 500+ employees including garnishments, bonuses, and commissions
- Ensure compliance with federal/state tax laws (FLSA, FICA, FUTA) and local labor regulations
- Manage payroll system administration and troubleshooting in ADP Workforce Now
- Prepare and file quarterly tax returns and year-end forms (W-2, 1099)
- Conduct payroll audits and reconcile payroll accounts with general ledger
- Respond to payroll inquiries and resolve employee discrepancies within SLAs
- Lead payroll process improvements and system upgrades
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years of multi-state payroll processing experience
- Advanced proficiency with ADP Workforce Now or similar enterprise payroll systems
- Expert knowledge of FLSA, garnishment laws, and multi-state tax compliance
- CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) certification preferred
- Advanced Excel skills with pivot tables and VLOOKUPs
- Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
- Strong communication skills for stakeholder collaboration