Senior Payroll Specialist

Senior Payroll Specialist Robert Half - 3.9 Baton Rouge, LA Job Details $68,000 - $80,000 a year 3 days ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Qualifications HR legal compliance HR compliance Full Job Description Robert Half is partnered with an established Baton Rouge company in search of an experienced Senior Payroll Specialist to oversee accurate payroll operations for a multistate workforce. This position supports a busy construction environment and partners closely with HR, accounting, benefits, and project teams to keep employee pay accurate, compliant, and well-documented. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of payroll regulations, deductions administration, and reporting, along with a service-oriented approach to supporting both field and office employees. This direct hire opportunity offers a competitive compensation, rich benefits package, hybrid/family friendly work schedule and opportunity for career advancement!

Responsibilities:

Manage weekly or biweekly payroll processing for employees working across multiple states, ensuring deadlines are consistently met. Review time entries, job allocations, and compensation details before payroll is finalized to reduce errors and maintain accuracy. Apply federal, state, and local payroll regulations in day-to-day processing and help ensure wage and hour compliance. Administer court-ordered and statutory deductions such as garnishments, child support, and tax levies with proper documentation and timeliness. Update payroll records for hires, departures, status changes, and other employee data adjustments. Address payroll-related questions from employees in a timely, thorough manner and resolve issues with care. Reconcile payroll results with accounting records and assist with payroll-related financial reporting activities. Generate reports that support management review, job costing analysis, and compliance requirements. Assist with payroll tax activities, year-end reporting, and audit preparation as needed. Identify opportunities to streamline payroll workflows and improve accuracy, consistency, and efficiency. At least 5 years of end-to-end payroll experience, ideally supporting multistate operations within construction or a similar industry. Strong understanding of payroll compliance requirements, including federal, state, and local regulations. Experience handling certified payroll and prevailing wage reporting. Familiarity with payroll platforms such as ADP, Paycom, Paylocity, or comparable systems; experience with Viewpoint or other ERP is a plus. Certified Payroll Certification or Fundamental Payroll Certification is strongly preferred. Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related discipline is preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and comfort working with accounting systems and payroll reporting tools. Demonstrated attention to detail, discretion with sensitive information, and strong communication skills. For confidential consideration, contact Hayley Euper at 504-383-0704 or apply today! Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .