We are looking for a Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join our client's team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the payroll and benefits processes, working closely with managers, and maintaining accurate employee records in our Human Resources Information System (HRIS).

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the processing of regular and bonus payrolls for salaried and hourly employees, ensuring accurate deductions and withholdings.

• Collaborate with managers to ensure accurate and timely timesheet entries.

• Handle the reconciliation of general ledger payroll liability accounts and monthly insurance invoices.

• Develop a thorough understanding of the company's employee benefit plans and manage related tasks.

• Assist in the onboarding process for new hires, including data entry into the company's HRIS.

• Manage the termination process, ensuring all necessary steps are taken and records are updated in the HRIS.

• Handle employee data changes in the company's HRIS.

• Conduct regular, quarterly, and yearly reporting related to payroll and benefits.

• Manage the entry of employee sales into payroll.

• Ensure regular and predictable attendance is maintained.

Skills:

• Experience in Full Cycle Payroll

• Knowledge of Garnishments and Payroll - Garnishments

• Proficiency in Benefits Payroll and Benefits Administration

• Familiarity with HRIS - Human Resources Info Systems.

Our client enjoys great tenure with thier team and this role has defined growth to a manager level position within the next year. For confidential consideration, please apply directly and call Carrie Lewis at 504-383-0612. Thank you for your interest in Robert Half Finance and Accounting!

• Proficiency in Full Cycle Payroll administration

• Extensive knowledge of Garnishments

• Ability to manage Benefits Payroll

• Experience in Benefits Administration

• Proficiency in HRIS - Human Resources Info Systems

• Understanding of Payroll - Garnishments

• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with team members

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information

• Ability to adapt to new technologies and systems quickly

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make decisions independently

• Excellent time management skills to meet deadlines

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field, or equivalent experience preferred but not required