Payroll Specialist: Precision Pay & Compliance

Walden Security; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Walden Security is seeking a Payroll Staff Accountant to manage payroll functions and prepare financial reports. The role requires attention to detail to ensure accuracy in wages, deductions and benefits, and involves answering employee questions about pay.

The position reports to the Controller and VP, Finance, with no supervisory responsibilities. Located in Chattanooga, TN, it emphasizes accurate data entry, compliance, and timely reporting.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or minimum one year related experience and/or training.
• Ability to pass a drug screen and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Perform payroll processing and posting to payroll records.
• Prepare periodic earnings, tax, and deduction reports.
• Maintain payroll master records and update changes.
• Respond to employee questions regarding pay and benefits.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company procedures.

Skills

Analytical

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Technical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Oral Communication

Communication

Teamwork

Ethics

Organizational Support

Quantity

Professionalism

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Tools

Accounting software

Payroll systems

HR Systems

Database software

Spreadsheet software

Word Processing software

Contact Management systems

Internet programs

Job description

Walden Security is seeking a Payroll Staff Accountant to manage payroll functions and prepare financial reports. The role requires attention to detail to ensure accuracy in wages, deductions and benefits, and involves answering employee questions about pay.

The position reports to the Controller and VP, Finance, with no supervisory responsibilities. Located in Chattanooga, TN, it emphasizes accurate data entry, compliance, and timely reporting.