Payroll Administrator

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to support payroll operations for a large organization in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This Contract position requires an on-site team member who can strengthen day-to-day payroll processing, improve accuracy, and assist with cleanup efforts tied to payroll records and reporting. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working across payroll and accounting-related tasks while helping maintain reliable financial data flow between systems.

Responsibilities:

• Administer multi-state payroll transactions, ensuring earnings, deductions, taxes, and related records are handled in compliance with applicable requirements.

• Provide on-site payroll support by resolving outstanding items, organizing records, and addressing backlogged administrative work.

• Review payroll data for completeness and accuracy, correcting discrepancies before information is finalized for reporting and ledger activity.

• Support payroll policy updates and documentation efforts to help create consistent procedures and stronger internal controls.

• Assist with payroll-related financial reporting by validating that payroll data transfers correctly into general ledger processes and associated records.

• Perform manual payroll data extraction, reconciliation, and movement between systems when automated processes are not available.

• Partner with accounting staff and take on related finance support tasks as priorities shift across the department.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in multi-state payroll processing
• Knowledge of federal and state payroll regulations, tax withholding, and wage and hour laws
• Experience with payroll processing software, Kronos or UKG required
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other office software

**All candidates must undergo drug and background screening for consideration