Job Details

Payroll Administrator

  2026-02-05     Staffmark     Lafayette,LA  
Description:

Payroll Precision Meets Professional Impact

A respected, growth-focused organization in the construction and services space is seeking a detail-driven Payroll Administrator to support accurate, compliant, and timely payroll operations. This role is ideal for a payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and values precision, confidentiality, and cross-functional collaboration. In addition to payroll administration, this position plays a key role in payroll-related accounts payable and provides administrative support to the Accounting team.

Hours & Pay

  • Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm
  • Pay: $20.00 per hour
  • Employment Type: Temp-to-Hire
Benefits

This opportunity offers weekly pay along with a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, short-term disability coverage, employee discounts, and additional perks designed to support long-term stability and employee well-being.

What You'll Do
  • Process full-cycle payroll including employee setup, updates, time verification, overtime, bonuses, deductions, and leave accruals
  • Maintain employee master files and payroll portals with accuracy and confidentiality
  • Generate, validate, and upload weekly, quarterly, and annual payroll tax and garnishment files
  • Ensure timely preparation and distribution of W-2s
  • Maintain complete and accurate payroll records and documentation
  • Receive, review, and process payroll-related invoices such as fuel, drug screenings, background checks, and related services
  • Coordinate with vendors to resolve discrepancies and ensure timely payments
  • Set up new hires and process terminations within payroll systems
  • File, index, and maintain payroll and HR-related documentation
  • Prepare monthly and annual payroll reports, data analysis, and ad-hoc management reports
  • Support audits and compliance reviews related to payroll and labor regulations
  • Document and update payroll procedures and internal controls
  • Provide administrative support to the Accounting department as needed
What You Bring
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
  • Associate degree or equivalent training and experience considered
  • CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) designation preferred
  • 3-5 years of payroll and accounts payable experience
  • Experience working with payroll systems, spreadsheets, and databases
  • Strong knowledge of payroll processes, tax reporting, and compliance requirements
  • Exceptional attention to detail and ability to meet critical deadlines
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills across all levels of an organization
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
  • Proven professionalism and discretion when handling sensitive and confidential information

Take the Next Step

If you're a payroll professional looking for a stable, temp-to-hire opportunity where accuracy and expertise truly matter, this role is for you. Click Apply Now to take the next step in your payroll and accounting career.


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