Payroll Specialist - Growth & Benefits Focus

Walker Mercedes; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Opportunities for professional develop

growth

Job summary

Walker Automotive in Alexandria, LA is seeking a Payroll Specialist to handle accurate bi-weekly payroll, maintain records, and ensure compliance with payroll laws. The role involves collaborating with HR and accounting to resolve discrepancies and prepare tax filings.

Excellent organizational skills and discretion are essential as you support payroll systems and software while maintaining confidentiality across the organization.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Payroll Specialist or in a similar payroll role.
• Strong understanding of payroll laws and regulations.
• Proficiency with payroll software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• High school diploma or equivalent; an associate degree or higher in accounting/finance or related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage bi-weekly payroll for all employees in a timely and accurate manner.
• Maintain payroll records and reconcile payroll reports.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with HR and accounting departments to address payroll discrepancies and resolve employee payroll-related questions.
• Prepare payroll tax filings and assist with audits as needed.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of payroll systems and software.

Skills

Payroll experience

Payroll laws knowledge

Payroll software

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in accounting/finance or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Payroll software

Job description

Walker Automotive in Alexandria, LA is seeking a Payroll Specialist to handle accurate bi-weekly payroll, maintain records, and ensure compliance with payroll laws. The role involves collaborating with HR and accounting to resolve discrepancies and prepare tax filings.

Excellent organizational skills and discretion are essential as you support payroll systems and software while maintaining confidentiality across the organization.