Payroll Manager

Who said you can't thrive in a workplace that puts you first and offers tons of perks? At Staffmark, we have an outstanding opportunity for you! Plug into a growing team as a Payroll Manager in Sterlington, LA.

Salary | $45,000 - $63,000

Schedule | 8 AM - 5 PM : Monday - Friday

Key Responsibilities:

• Collect, review, and verify employee timesheets from field crews and office staff.
• Cross-check timesheets against GPS data to confirm accurate job site reporting and hours worked.
• Code employee time by job, cost codes, and Workers' Compensation (WC) classifications.
• Assign and manage appropriate pay IDs (regular, overtime, travel, etc.).
• Accurately enter and process payroll in Sage Software, ensuring proper job costing allocation.
• Maintain up-to-date payroll records for multiple job sites and crews.
• Calculate, file, and remit all payroll taxes, including:
  
  
  
  • Weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual filings
  • Federal, state, and local tax compliance
  • Administer employee benefits programs, including: Health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plans, and Company savings programs (e.g., Christmas fund).
  
  
  
  
• Manage company-issued phones for field employees, including setup, tracking, and troubleshooting.
• Assist with certified payroll reporting if required (Davis-Bacon or prevailing wage projects).
• Support audits by maintaining accurate payroll, tax, and benefits documentation.

Qualifications:

• Experience in construction payroll or similar industry with job costing
• Strong knowledge of payroll processing, including multi-rate and multi-job environments
• Proficiency in Sage Software (Sage 100 Contractor, Sage 300, or similar preferred)
• Solid Excel skills for tracking, reconciliation, and reporting
• Understanding of Workers' Compensation codes and labor classifications
• Familiarity with GPS/time tracking systems used in field operations
• Knowledge of payroll tax regulations and compliance

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with certified payroll and prevailing wage requirements
• Ability to manage payroll for multiple crews and job sites simultaneously
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify discrepancies quickly

This is a direct hire position with a full list of benefits provided once hired by our client.

Get ready to succeed in this exciting role where we keep growing in a team environment. We love to create opportunities for every stage in your career and value your addition to the team. Click on "Apply Now." We are eager to connect with you soon!

At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact.

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