Payroll Specialist at Robert Half Knoxville, TN in Knoxville, Tennessee

Location

Knoxville, Tennessee

Job Type

Full-time

Company

Robert Half

Payroll Specialist job at Robert Half. Knoxville, TN. Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper with accounting and light payroll responsibilities to join our client's team at a small CPA firm in Knoxville, Tennessee. In this Contract to Permanent position, you will oversee crucial accounting operational functions including accounts payable and payroll functions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations. This role requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is experienced in accounting functions, bookkeeping and payroll.

Responsibilities:

• Process accounts payable invoices, printing weekly check runs up to 100 checks per week

• Reconciliation of refund checks of 300 checks per month and accounts receivable reconciliation

• Process full-cycle payroll for over 500 employees, ensuring timely and accurate transactions.

• Manage multi-state payroll operations, adhering to state-specific regulations and tax requirements.

• Prepare and submit payroll tax deposits, maintaining compliance with federal and state laws.

• Utilize Thomson Reuters ONESOURCE for payroll-related tasks and reporting.

• Reconcile payroll data with the general ledger system to maintain accurate financial records.

• Assist with accounts payable tasks such as coding invoices and ensuring payment accuracy.

• Generate and analyze ad hoc payroll reports to support business needs.

• Collaborate with internal teams to address payroll discrepancies and resolve employee inquiries.

• Maintain and update payroll records to ensure data integrity and confidentiality.

For immediate consideration please contact: Kelly Fellows 865-370-2219

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in payroll processing knowledge.

• Proficiency in using Thomson Reuters ONESOURCE and Microsoft Excel for payroll functions.

• Demonstrated knowledge of payroll tax deposits and regulatory compliance.

• Familiarity with general ledger systems and accounts payable processes.

• Experience managing payroll for a workforce of over 500 employees.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to create and interpret ad hoc reports.

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

• Experience in a CPA firm is helpful