Payroll Clerk

Payroll Clerk 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars Louisville, MS 39339 $50,000 - $60,000 a year Robert Half 13,767 reviews $50,000 - $60,000 a year Our client in Louisville, MS is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll and Benefits Specialist to join their Human Resources team. In this role, you will handle end-to-end payroll processing for multi-state employees and administer employee benefits using ADP Workforce Now. As a key bridge between HR, Finance, and staff, you will ensure payroll accuracy, regulatory compliance, and superior support for all employees.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee enrollment, changes, and terminations for a variety of benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k) Support accurate bi-weekly/semi-monthly payroll processing for salaried and hourly employees via ADP Workforce Now; process new hires, separations, pay adjustments, and bonuses Audit and review employee timecards and resolve exceptions in ADP eTime prior to payroll submission Maintain employee data accuracy, reconcile payroll tax filings (941s, W-2s), manage benefit invoices, and perform general ledger reconciliations Ensure all payroll and benefits processes are compliant with FLSA, FMLA, COBRA, ACA, EEO-1, and state/local requirements Produce and analyze custom payroll and benefits reports for HR and Finance teams Serve as the first point of contact for employee questions regarding payroll, benefits, and deductions; deliver timely and clear resolution

Qualifications:

3-5 years of experience in payroll and benefits administration, ideally with multi-state payroll Hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now and its reporting tools (strongly preferred) Understanding of payroll practices, garnishments, payroll taxes, and compliance (including

ACA, ERISA, FMLA

) Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (such as pivot tables and VLOOKUP) Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or relevant experience in the field 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 "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .