PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR Lafrance Hospitality is a dynamic and expanding company seeking a skilled Payroll Administrator to join our team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring accurate payroll administration and maintaining exceptional organizational standards. If you are detail-oriented, possess excellent communication skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you! Schedule: M - F, *Hours can vary based on business needs, in office WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING (ESSENTIAL DUTIES) … + Manage end-to-end payroll processing for all employees and process new hire onboarding documents in a timely manner. + Maintain and update ADP payroll system software, ensuring data integrity and accuracy. + Collaborate with HR team to resolve ADP Workforce Now system issues and implement updates. + Process bi-weekly payroll for all employees, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines. + Verify timesheets, wage computation, and other information to detect and reconcile payroll discrepancies. + Manage payroll deductions, including taxes, benefits, garnishments, and other withholdings. + Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations. + Provide training and support to management team on the successful completion of bi-weekly payroll processing. + Respond to employee, manager, and external party inquiries related to payroll (e.g. paid time off balances, time record discrepancies, employment verification) and complete payroll investigations in a professional and courteous manner. + Perform QuickBooks data entry for accounting and financial transactions. + Coordinate with the finance team to reconcile payroll and benefits data with financial records. + Collaborate with the finance team to support budgeting and forecasting efforts. + Participate in audits and furnish necessary documentation and explanations for payroll and benefits-related data. + Perform regular audits of payroll system data to ensure accuracy and compliance Requirements WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU… + Associate or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources or a related field preferred. + Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) is a plus. + Minimum of 3 years of payroll processing experience, preferably in the hospitality industry. + Experience with ADP Workforce Now payroll software system is required. · The successful candidate should be comfortable adapting to change and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. + Strong understanding of payroll principles, practices, and regulations. + Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data. + Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel. + Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. + Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion. + The flexibility to work extended hours during payroll cycles as required. Benefits Benefits: + 401(k) matching + Dental insurance + Health insurance + Paid time off + Vision insurance