Job Description
Join our award-winning finance team in the heart of New Orleans as a Senior Payroll Specialist. We're seeking a meticulous professional to manage end-to-end payroll processing for 500+ employees while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This high-impact role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth within a Fortune 500 environment.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 500+ employees across multiple states using ADP Workforce Now
- Manage tax filings and year-end reconciliation (W-2s, 1099s, Form 941)
- Oversee garnishment deductions, benefit deductions, and retirement plan contributions
- Conduct internal payroll audits and resolve discrepancies with precision
- Collaborate with HR on onboarding/offboarding processes and policy updates
- Implement process improvements using Excel macros and Power BI reporting
- Stay current on FLSA, ACA, and Louisiana payroll legislation changes
Qualifications
- 5+ years of multi-state payroll processing experience
- ADP Workforce Now certification required
- Expert knowledge of FLSA, IRS, and Louisiana payroll regulations
- Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, macros)
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Proven experience with year-end reconciliation and audits
- Ability to manage confidential data with discretion and accuracy
- Experience with HRIS systems (Workday, SAP, or Oracle) preferred