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Payroll/Accounting Clerk

Gerry Lane Cadillac
Baton Rouge, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/29/2026
What We Offer:

  • Professional & Drug Free Work Environment
  • Performance Rewards
  • Benefits - Medical - Dental - Vision - 401K
  • Paid Vacation
  • Continuous On-The-Job Training and Development
  • Employee Vehicle Purchase Plan


This position is assigned responsibilities for basic accounting and payroll functions. A good understanding of how payroll processes work and a fast and accurate data entry is a key element for this position.

Responsibilities:

  • Complete check runs weekly
  • Match, batch, code and enter invoices
  • Ensure that the processing of all invoices is completed properly.
  • Process checks for payment of all invoices as necessary.
  • Research and resolve accounts payable issues with vendors.
  • Manage email to ensure all questions have been answered and invoices processed.
  • Takes phone calls and responds to any questions from departments or vendors as it relates to invoice payments.
  • Maintain frequent contact with internal and external customers in order to address all payment issues.
  • Research old/outstanding invoices.
  • Process month end.
  • Responsible for preparing all payables and completing all standard operating procedures as required.
  • Compiles payroll data such as hours worked; sales volume, bonuses, and commissions; monies to be withheld for taxes; employee contributions to insurance and retirement plans; etc., from time sheets and other records.
  • Updates master payroll records by verifying and recording changes affecting net wages such as federal and state tax exemptions, insurance coverage, etc., and data concerning compensation increases, promotions, and/or transfer of employees between departments.
  • Prepares and issues paychecks.
  • Keeps records of leave pay and nontaxable wages.
  • Prepares periodic reports of earnings, taxes, and deductions.
  • Willingness to learn other positions in accounting office


Qualifications:

  • Two years of accounts payable/payroll experience is required
  • Automotive experience preferred but not required
  • Knowledge of Netchex payroll system is preferred
  • Knowledge of Tekion DMS is preferred
  • Able to communicate effectively verbally in one-on-one situations to customers and other associates
  • Clean and valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
  • Computer literate and must be able to learn Company software
  • Understands employee payroll issues, and communicates solutions effectively, professionally, and respectfully

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