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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

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 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

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