Payroll Administrator

Lafrance Hospitality•Westport, MA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Lafrance Hospitality is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to manage accurate payroll administration and maintain organizational standards in a fast-paced environment. This in-office role works Monday through Friday, with hours that can vary based on business needs. The position manages end-to-end payroll for all employees, processes new-hire onboarding documents, maintains payroll-system data, and supports managers and employees with payroll-related matters. The starting hourly pay range is $26–$30, depending on experience.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of payroll processing experience, preferably in the hospitality industry.
Experience with ADP Workforce Now payroll software is required.
Excellent analytical skills and ability to interpret complex data.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Flexibility to work extended hours during payroll cycles as required.

Nice To Haves

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.

Responsibilities

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 the 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 computations, and other information to detect and reconcile payroll discrepancies.
Manage payroll deductions, including taxes, benefits, garnishments, and other withholdings.
Provide training and support to the management team on successful completion of bi-weekly payroll processing.
Respond professionally and courteously to employee, manager, and external-party payroll inquiries, including questions about paid time off balances, time-record discrepancies, and employment verification.
Complete payroll investigations.
Perform regular audits of payroll-system data to ensure accuracy and compliance.