Payroll Specialist - Accurate, Multi-State Expert

CFS; Brentwood (TN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in Brentwood, TN is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing while maintaining compliance with regulations. The role supports employees and leadership with meticulous, confidential handling of payroll data.

You will process weekly, bi-weekly, and semi-monthly payrolls, maintain records, verify timesheets, and resolve discrepancies, contributing to month-end and year-end close.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of payroll processing experience.
• Experience with multi-state payroll processing preferred.
• Proficiency with payroll software and Excel.
• Knowledge of payroll tax regulations, wage laws, and compliance requirements.
• High school diploma or GED required; higher degrees preferred.
• CPP designation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly, bi-weekly, and semi-monthly payrolls on schedule.
• Maintain payroll records, earnings, deductions, and tax info.
• Review and verify timesheets, attendance, and payroll adjustments.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local regulations.
• Process garnishments, benefits deductions, and direct deposits.
• Reconcile payroll reports; assist with month-end and year-end.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with payroll audits and payroll-related reports.

Skills

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Multi-state payroll processing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate/Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Payroll software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

CFS in Brentwood, TN is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing while maintaining compliance with regulations. The role supports employees and leadership with meticulous, confidential handling of payroll data.

You will process weekly, bi-weekly, and semi-monthly payrolls, maintain records, verify timesheets, and resolve discrepancies, contributing to month-end and year-end close.