Payroll Specialist

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Knoxville, TN | Salary: $64,800.00–$ | Posted 1 day ago

Summary
Direct and coordinate accounting work within one or more sections, such as accounts payable, payroll or general accounting for a major project or area.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintains payroll information by collecting, calculating, and entering data.
• Processes taxes and payment of employee benefits.
• Responds to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues or concerns.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Requirements, Education And Experience

• Four‑year business/accounting degree plus minimum one year of accounting experience or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Preferred knowledge of general construction accounting, auditing, payroll, and invoicing.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Outstanding organizational ability with great attention to detail.

Safety Considerations

Employee typically works in an office environment and is not exposed to extreme environments. Employee may be required to lift objects up to 10 pounds on a non‑routine basis. Employee must practice good ergonomic principles to prevent illnesses such as carpal tunnel and back injury from minor task performance.

Physical Exam Requirement

Candidates that accept an offer of employment are required to undergo and successfully complete a pre‑employment physical examination. This exam is essential to ensure that all potential employees meet the necessary health and fitness standards for the role. The examination includes a series of tests and evaluations conducted by a certified medical professional to assess overall physical health, identify any potential medical conditions that could interfere with job performance, and verify that the candidate is capable of safely performing the essential duties of the position.

Completion and clearance of this physical are mandatory steps in the hiring process.

Entry level

Full‑time

Human Resources

Construction