Payroll Specialist: Accurate, Timely Processing & Reporting

Motlow; Harriman (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Roane State Community College is seeking a Payroll Practitioner to process accurate and timely payrolls, maintain deduction records, and reconcile related general ledger accounts in compliance with policies and regulations.

This role supports vendor reporting and payroll-related financial transactions, including uploading direct deposit files and assisting with audits. RSCC internal applicants only; strong Excel/Word skills and confidentiality are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Process and maintain web time entry approvals and approval queues for full-time, part-time, and temporary employees.
• Review, update, and process payroll data to ensure accurate payroll reporting.
• Prepare and distribute payroll deduction reports to internal departments and external vendors.
• Upload and validate direct deposit bank files in accordance with established procedures.
• Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts and ensure balances agree with vendor records.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation.
• Assist with payroll audits and reporting requirements as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Time management

Confidentiality

Independent work

Relationship building

Education

Associate degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Word

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Job description

Roane State Community College is seeking a Payroll Practitioner to process accurate and timely payrolls, maintain deduction records, and reconcile related general ledger accounts in compliance with policies and regulations.

This role supports vendor reporting and payroll-related financial transactions, including uploading direct deposit files and assisting with audits. RSCC internal applicants only; strong Excel/Word skills and confidentiality are essential.