Payroll Specialist: Multi-State, Accurate & Compliant

Staffmark Group; Mangham (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Staffmark Group is seeking a Payroll Clerk for a direct-hire role in Mangham, LA. You will process payroll, manage payroll tax reporting, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of payroll experience, strong data entry and Excel skills, and familiarity with Form 941 and 940. This full-time position offers a standard 8:00 AM–5:00 PM schedule and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of payroll processing experience preferred.
• Experience preparing and filing Form 941 and Form 940.
• Knowledge of payroll laws, tax regulations, wage and hour compliance standards.
• Experience with payroll tax reporting and payroll reconciliations.
• Strong data entry, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle confidential employee and payroll information.
• Multi-state payroll experience preferred.
• Accounting or bookkeeping experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly, bi-weekly, or semi-monthly payroll accurately and on time.
• Calculate wages, overtime, bonuses, deductions, garnishments, and benefit withholdings.
• Prepare and file federal payroll tax forms, including Forms 941 and 940.
• Reconcile payroll taxes and ensure timely payment of tax liabilities.
• Maintain and update employee payroll records, direct deposits, and wage information.
• Process new hires, terminations, pay adjustments, and employee status changes.
• Verify timesheets and ensure proper approvals and coding.
• Respond to employee payroll, tax, and benefits inquiries.
• Assist with year-end payroll activities, including W-2 preparation and distribution.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.

Skills

Payroll processing

Data entry

Organization

Problem-solving

Multi-state payroll

Education

Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field

High School Diploma or GED

Payroll certification or additional accounting coursework

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Payroll software

Job description

Staffmark Group is seeking a Payroll Clerk for a direct-hire role in Mangham, LA. You will process payroll, manage payroll tax reporting, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of payroll experience, strong data entry and Excel skills, and familiarity with Form 941 and 940. This full-time position offers a standard 8:00 AM–5:00 PM schedule and growth opportunities.