Payroll Administrator Position Available In Davidson, Tennessee

Aston Carter is currently partnering with a company in Nashville, TN. They are needing a Payroll Administrator to support their team while an employee is on leave. Please see below for more details. Description

• Responsible for bi-weekly payroll preparation and ensuring payroll accuracy before submitting for approval.
• Contact department supervisors for time discrepancies (missed punches, timecard edits, PTO approvals, etc.).
• Establish auditing practices to ensure accuracy for each payroll cycle, including validation of proper local and state tax allocations, benefit deductions and overall organizational compliance.
• Process off-cycle payrolls for bonuses and when necessary.
• Ensures proper setup of local and state tax jurisdictions. Monitor and respond to inquiries from state tax jurisdictions. Maintain database of logins and passwords.
• Process and monitor garnishments orders and other issues that impact payroll specifications.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues or concerns.
• Reconcile the general ledger by uploading journal entries regarding payroll transactions.
• Support HR/Finance audits by providing records, reports, and other documentation as needed.
• Implement and maintain payroll best practices to improve efficiency and consult with the HR team to improve payroll processes.
• Produces scheduled and ad-hoc reports pertaining to payroll and HR requirements.
• Problem-solves all tax, payroll, and time issues.
• Resolve messages from Concur expense report audits & process reimbursements.
• Maintains financial security by following internal accounting controls.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications Requirements:

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience working in payroll or similar role.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and payroll practices.
• Working experience with ADP Workforce, SAP Concur or similar platforms.
• Proficient in Excel.
• High degree of accuracy, attention to detail
• Possesses strong organizational skills, ability to complete multiple tasks, and a high volume of work on deadlines.
• Has shown the ability to respond quickly and accurately to requests for data and provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Must have high interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential information and situations.
• Ability to interact with employees in a professional manner.
• Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of local, state and wage laws.