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7 results for Hr Payroll Assistant in Nashville, TN

HR Coordinator

Mount Juliet, TN
onsite
Temporary / Contract
19 - 22 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an organized HR Coordinator to support key people operations for a Contract position based in Tennessee. This role focuses on delivering a smooth onboarding experience, maintaining accurate employee records, and helping ensure HR processes align with company policies and compliance standards. The ideal candidate brings strong administrative skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage sensitive information with professionalism. Responsibilities: • Coordinate pre-employment and onboarding activities, including onboarding schedules, document collection, and orientation support • Facilitate background screening steps and follow up on required recruitment documentation to keep the process moving efficiently • Maintain employee information within HR systems, ensuring records are current, complete, and handled confidentially • Provide day-to-day administrative support for HR operations, including tracking personnel changes and responding to routine employee inquiries • Assist with compliance-related tasks by monitoring required forms, acknowledgments, and audit-ready documentation • Partner with recruitment teams and internal stakeholders to support a consistent and timely onboarding experience • Help identify and resolve recordkeeping discrepancies within HRIS and related personnel files • Support additional HR coordination duties as needed to maintain smooth departmental operations
2026-05-21T00:00:00Z

HR Generalist - Payroll Backup

Murfreesboro, TN
onsite
Temporary / Contract
26.125 - 30.25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced HR specialist to support a manufacturing operation through a broad range of employee-focused and operational human resources activities. This long-term contract position combines generalist HR work with cross-training to provide backup support for payroll processing. The role is well suited for someone who can partner with managers, handle sensitive employee matters appropriately, and help maintain compliant, efficient HR practices across the site. Responsibilities: • Advise supervisors and team members on workplace policies, performance concerns, development opportunities, compensation topics, benefits questions, and employee relations matters. • Support core people programs such as goal setting, performance reviews, learning initiatives, succession planning, compensation review processes, and employee engagement efforts. • Coordinate recruitment activities for salaried and hourly positions, including posting roles, screening candidates, participating in interviews, and supporting pre-employment checks. • Lead or assist with employee relations reviews, document findings, conduct exit meetings, and recommend practical resolutions to workplace issues. • Facilitate onboarding and orientation to help employees transition smoothly into the organization. • Respond to employee questions regarding benefit plans and leave programs, including disability-related absences, military leave, and other time-away-from-work matters. • Maintain HRIS data, training records, organizational charts, and reporting metrics while ensuring information remains accurate and current. • Provide backup assistance for payroll tasks as needed, including time-related support and other payroll processing activities after training. • Oversee workers’ compensation cases by coordinating documentation, treatment follow-up, and return-to-work arrangements in alignment with legal requirements. • Help implement policy updates, monitor HR compliance obligations, and support adherence to applicable quality, environmental, and employment standards.
2026-05-19T00:00:00Z

Payroll Administrator

Nashville, TN
onsite
Temporary to Hire
38 - 44 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join a team in Nashville, Tennessee in a contract-to-permanent position. This role is responsible for ensuring timely, accurate payroll administration while supporting related accounting activities and maintaining organized employee payroll documentation. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll expertise, comfort working with reporting and compliance tasks, and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams. Responsibilities: • Administer end-to-end payroll processing using payroll, timekeeping, and operations systems to ensure employees are paid accurately and on schedule. • Maintain complete and up-to-date payroll files, registers, earnings records, and supporting documents in accordance with company and compliance standards. • Review and manage payroll deductions, benefit withholdings, direct deposits, garnishments, and levies with a high degree of accuracy. • Generate payroll-related reports and prepare customized employee or audit support documentation as needed. • Handle workers’ compensation payroll calculations and maintain required records tied to related reporting obligations. • Compile payroll details after each cycle, prepare supporting entries, and upload finalized information to the general ledger. • Coordinate with Human Resources to verify employee data changes and ensure payroll records reflect current and accurate information. • Support year-end payroll activities, including W-2 distribution, retirement-related calculations, and assistance with pension, 401(k), and other annual audits. • Provide backup assistance for pay statement distribution and contribute support to selected accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as needed. • Complete recurring labor and compliance reporting, including monthly submissions for external agencies.
2026-05-20T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Franklin, TN
remote
Temporary / Contract
30.875 - 35.75 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support complex payroll operations for a large workforce in Franklin, Tennessee. This Long-term Contract position focuses on accurate payroll processing across U.S. jurisdictions, with added responsibility for union construction payroll, certified payroll reporting, Canadian payroll support, and workers’ compensation coordination. The ideal candidate brings strong technical payroll knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage detailed compliance requirements in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Manage end-to-end payroll processing for a high-volume employee population, ensuring timely and accurate payment across multiple states. • Administer specialized union construction payroll covering multiple trades and a wide range of collective bargaining agreements with distinct pay rules and reciprocity considerations. • Calculate, track, and remit union-related obligations, including dues and benefit contributions such as retirement, health and welfare, and vacation funds based on applicable agreement terms. • Prepare and submit certified payroll reports for client projects and government-related work, maintaining compliance with required wage, hour, and payment documentation standards. • Support external reviews and audits connected to union funds, certified payroll activity, and project-specific payroll records by organizing documentation and responding to inquiries. • Assist with Canadian payroll activities, including payroll processing considerations tied to federal and provincial requirements and related statutory deductions. • Partner with internal stakeholders to maintain accurate workers’ compensation cost allocation, support annual estimates and true-up activity, and help ensure payroll charges align with job-level reporting. • Use ADP Workforce Now and other payroll tools to maintain employee payroll data, validate earnings and deductions, and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
2026-05-18T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Franklin, TN
onsite
Temporary to Hire
23 - 25 USD / Hourly
We are seeking an experienced Payroll Professional for a contract-to-permanent opportunity. This individual will be responsible for both Payroll activities (See below for details), abd must have at least 3 years' experience in full-cycle payroll, and must be highly proficient in Excel. This role entails duties and responsibilities to include: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Payroll • Process payroll for assigned entities accurately and in accordance with established schedules • Maintain and update payroll processing procedures, provide backup support during team absences across payroll systems • Assist in documenting workflows and supporting implementation or optimization of payroll systems • Review and validate payroll changes, including pay rates, bonuses, allowances, equity/stock, deductions, tax elections and direct deposit updates • Partner with department manager to maintain payroll-related general ledger (G/L) mappings, including setup, research, and correction of coding issues • Assist with payroll cash account balancing and related reconciliations • Audit new permanent payroll and tax setup to ensure compliance and accuracy Additional Responsibilities • Support special projects and process improvement initiatives as needed • All other duties as assigned. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general computer applications • Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new payroll and accounting systems • Strong numerical aptitude, including proficiency in 10-key data entry • Strong verbal and written communication skills. • High level of discretion and ability to handle confidential and sensitive information • Self-motivated with a proactive, detail-oriented work style • Analytical thinking and problem-solving capability • Ability to work independently, and collaboratively across all levels of the organization • Ability to handle stressful situations. • Regular on-site attendance required
2026-05-20T00:00:00Z

HR Specialist

Nashville, TN
onsite
Temporary / Contract
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an HR Specialist to support core people operations for a Contract position based in Nashville, Tennessee. This role focuses on delivering organized, compliant, and employee-centered HR administration while helping create a smooth experience for new hires and current staff. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of HR systems, onboarding coordination, and employee relations within a regulated environment. Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day human resources administrative activities, ensuring employee records and documentation remain accurate, complete, and up to date. • Coordinate the onboarding process for new employees, including preparing required paperwork, facilitating pre-employment steps, and supporting a positive first-day experience. • Maintain and update information within HRIS platforms to support reporting accuracy, workflow efficiency, and data integrity. • Respond to employee questions related to HR policies, procedures, and workplace matters with professionalism and discretion. • Assist in addressing employee relations issues by gathering information, tracking follow-up actions, and supporting resolution efforts. • Help ensure HR practices and documentation align with HIPAA-regulated standards and other applicable compliance requirements. • Support audits, reporting needs, and routine reviews of personnel files to confirm adherence to internal controls and regulatory expectations. • Contribute to HR process improvements, including system-related administrative tasks when needed, to strengthen operational effectiveness.
2026-05-21T00:00:00Z

Payroll Admin and Analyst

La Vergne, TN
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Admin and Analyst to oversee payroll processing, benefits administration, and related HR functions for our organization. This role is vital in ensuring payroll accuracy, regulatory compliance, and providing exceptional support to employees across multiple states. The ideal candidate will be skilled in managing systems, analyzing data, and contributing to the smooth operation of HR initiatives. Responsibilities: • Process bi-weekly and off-cycle payroll for employees across exempt, non-exempt, and commission categories. • Maintain accurate payroll records, reconcile benefit billings, and prepare necessary payroll adjustments. • Generate detailed payroll reports, support audits, and assist with year-end processes. • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, keeping up-to-date with changes. • Serve as the administrator for payroll systems, managing data integrity and recommending system improvements. • Administer employee benefits programs, including health, retirement, and voluntary benefits, while supporting enrollments and addressing inquiries. • Reconcile benefit invoices and assist in implementing annual updates to plans. • Support onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring payroll and benefits setup is completed accurately. • Assist with leave administration, including disability, workers’ compensation, and state-specific leave programs. • Partner with managers and HR teams to ensure consistent application of HR policies and contribute to organizational projects.
2026-05-21T00:00:00Z