Payroll & Accounting Specialist - Dayforce Expert

Loadstar; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) matching

Vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Training and development

Job summary

Loadstar is seeking an Accounting and Payroll Specialist to own payroll processes and systems implementations. You will ensure accurate payroll processing, maintain records, and support general accounting tasks with a focus on compliance and efficiency.

The role requires handling multi-state payrolls, using Dayforce, and contributing to audits and financial reporting. Excellent communication and confidentiality are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3+ years of payroll/accounting experience.
• Proficient with Dayforce payroll software.
• Strong Excel skills and data accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and on time across multiple states.
• Maintain payroll records and perform tax withholdings, deductions, and bonuses.
• Enter payroll journals into the general ledger and assist with audits.
• Serve as subject matter expert for the payroll system and stay updated on regulations.
• Collaborate with departments for accurate financial reporting and billing.

Skills

Payroll processing

Multi-state payroll

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Dayforce payroll software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Loadstar is seeking an Accounting and Payroll Specialist to own payroll processes and systems implementations. You will ensure accurate payroll processing, maintain records, and support general accounting tasks with a focus on compliance and efficiency.

The role requires handling multi-state payrolls, using Dayforce, and contributing to audits and financial reporting. Excellent communication and confidentiality are essential.