Payroll Specialist

Frontier-Foundation-; Joelton (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Frontier Foundation & Crawl Space Repair in Joelton, TN is seeking a Payroll & Tax Specialist to manage day-to-day payroll, ensure accuracy, timely processing, and proper filings. This role reports to the Accounting Manager.

You will handle timekeeping, payroll tax filings, year-end documents, and collaborate with employees, managers, and the payroll provider to resolve questions and discrepancies. On-site Monday–Friday 8am–5pm; previous payroll experience required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of payroll processes, taxes, and related principles.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with good time management.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
• Experience with payroll systems and MS Office.
• English language proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and timely for all employees.
• Review timekeeping, hours, commissions, bonuses, deductions for accuracy.
• Maintain payroll records and process changes (hiring, terminations, pay changes).
• Resolve payroll questions with employees and managers.
• Coordinate with payroll provider to submit information accurately and timely.
• Prepare and file federal, state, and local payroll tax filings and payments.
• Prepare year-end documents (W-2s, etc.).
• Reconcile payroll reports and related accounts.

Skills

Payroll processes knowledge

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Discretion with confidential info

Computer literacy & MS Office

English proficiency

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field

Tools

Payroll systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Frontier Foundation & Crawl Space Repair

At Frontier Foundation & Crawl Space Repair, we’re on a mission to redefine the industry by changing the way homeowners experience foundation repair, concrete solutions, and waterproofing services.

As a family-owned company, we help protect and restore homes through foundation repair, concrete repair, crawl space waterproofing, basement waterproofing, and specialty solutions designed to create safer, healthier homes. But what truly sets us apart is our commitment to people. We believe exceptional customer experiences start with employees who feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow.

We’re building more than stronger homes, we’re building careers, creating opportunities, and redefining what great service looks like.

If you’re looking for more than just a job and want to make an impact while growing alongside a team that cares, Frontier may be the place for you.

About the role

Every paycheck represents someone’s hard work. The Payroll & Tax Specialist helps ensure our people are paid accurately, on time, and with the care and attention they deserve. This position manages the day-to-day payroll process, maintains accurate records, resolves payroll questions, and ensures payroll taxes and required filings are completed accurately and timely. This position reports to the Accounting Manager.

What you’ll do

Payroll

• Process payroll accurately and timely for all employees.
• Review timekeeping, hours, commissions, bonuses, deductions, and other payroll information for accuracy.
• Maintain employee payroll records and process changes including new hires, terminations, pay changes, deductions, and direct deposits.
• Work with employees and managers to resolve payroll questions and discrepancies.
• Coordinate with the payroll processing company and submit required payroll information accurately and timely.

Payroll Taxes & Compliance

• Prepare, file, and maintain required federal, state, and local payroll tax filings and payments.
• Prepare and distribute year-end payroll documents, including W-2s and other required forms.
• Monitor payroll tax notices and work with appropriate agencies or payroll providers to resolve issues.
• Maintain organized payroll records and stay informed of applicable payroll tax requirements and regulations.
• Reconcile payroll reports and payroll-related accounts to ensure accuracy.
• Prepare payroll reports and review records to identify and correct discrepancies.

Qualifications

• In person: Monday through Friday 8am-5pm
• Knowledge of payroll processes, payroll taxes, and related principles and practices.
• Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Strong communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to operate a personal computer, spreadsheets, payroll systems, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to understand, speak, read, and write in English.
• Previous payroll experience required; payroll tax experience preferred.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred, or a combination of education and experience demonstrating a proven track record in payroll.