Payroll Assistant
Nashville, TN / 37217
$20.00 - $25.00/hour
Accounting & Finance
About the Opportunity - Payroll Assistant
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Assistant to join their team in Nashville, TN. This role will support day-to-day payroll operations while playing a key role in month-end and fiscal year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and payroll reconciliations. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, a high level of accuracy, and prior payroll experience in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities - Payroll Assistant
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Nashville, TN / 37217
$20.00 - $25.00/hour
Accounting & Finance
About the Opportunity - Payroll Assistant
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Assistant to join their team in Nashville, TN. This role will support day-to-day payroll operations while playing a key role in month-end and fiscal year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and payroll reconciliations. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, a high level of accuracy, and prior payroll experience in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities - Payroll Assistant
- Assist with the preparation and processing of weekly, bi-weekly, or semi-monthly payroll.
- Support month-end and fiscal year-end payroll close activities.
- Assist with W-2 preparation, verification, and distribution.
- Maintain employee payroll records and ensure data accuracy within payroll systems.
- Process payroll changes including new hires, terminations, pay rate adjustments, and deductions.
- Verify timekeeping records and resolve payroll discrepancies.
- Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, taxes, deductions, and earnings.
- Reconcile payroll reports and assist with payroll-related account reconciliations.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations.
- Support audits by gathering payroll documentation and reports.
- Assist with payroll reporting and special projects as needed.
- 2+ years of payroll, accounting, or related administrative experience preferred.
- Experience supporting month-end and year-end payroll processes required.
- Knowledge of W-2 processing and payroll tax regulations preferred.
- Familiarity with payroll software and HRIS systems.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data entry, sorting, filtering, and basic formulas.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field preferred.
- Ability to work onsite in Nashville, TN.
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