Sr. Payroll Administrator

We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to join our team in New Orleans, Louisiana. This Contract-to-Permanent position offers the opportunity to manage essential payroll processes and support accounting functions in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical mindset, excellent communication skills, and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion. If you are looking for an opportunity with a well- established company with upward growth potential, this is the role for you!

Responsibilities:

• Process payroll using Viewpoint Vista software, ensuring accurate time reporting and wage calculations.
• Audit, reconcile, and resolve payroll issues for assigned payroll groups across multiple companies.
• Prepare and submit weekly certified payroll reports.
• Handle paycheck adjustments and ensure compliance with garnishments, tax withholdings, and company deductions.
• Set up new employees in the HH2 time tracking system and maintain cash fringe templates.
• Manage union dues processing and submittal for Local 60 and 247 employees.
• Track, audit, and approve federal paid sick leave requests, ensuring accurate accrual balances.
• Generate ad-hoc payroll payments and assist with payroll-related reporting tasks.
• Collaborate with the Controller to support monthly payroll taxes, balance sheet reconciliations, and inventory management.
• Contribute to special accounting projects and financial reporting as assigned.