Sr Payroll Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Sr Payroll Specialist to oversee accurate and timely payroll operations for a large employee population in Louisiana. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for a payroll specialist who brings strong technical expertise, sound judgment, and a service-focused approach to resolving complex pay issues. The role supports compliance with federal, state, and local payroll requirements while helping maintain efficient payroll processes and providing day-to-day guidance to less experienced team members.

Responsibilities:
• Administer bi-weekly and monthly payroll cycles from start to finish, ensuring employees are paid correctly and on schedule.
• Maintain payroll records, audit transactions, and review earnings, deductions, and tax withholdings for accuracy and compliance.
• Interpret and apply payroll laws and regulations across multiple jurisdictions to support compliant payroll processing.
• Investigate escalated payroll discrepancies and resolve non-routine issues through detailed analysis and practical solutions.
• Serve as a subject matter resource for payroll questions, offering support and direction to entry-level payroll staff as needed.
• Partner with employees and internal stakeholders to address payroll concerns with responsiveness and clarity.
• Support ongoing improvements to payroll procedures and controls by identifying best practices and recommending process enhancements.
• Work within ADP Workforce Now and related payroll systems to manage payroll data efficiently for a workforce of 500 or more employees.• Associate’s degree or an equivalent combination of education, payroll experience, and relevant certifications.
• At least 7 years of hands-on experience managing payroll responsibilities in a high-volume environment.
• Demonstrated experience with full-cycle payroll processing, including bi-weekly and monthly payroll schedules.
• Strong working knowledge of multi-state payroll requirements and federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Proven ability to use ADP Workforce Now effectively for payroll administration and reporting.
• Experience processing payroll for organizations with more than 500 employees.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to resolve complex payroll issues accurately.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across diverse employee groups.