Payroll Supervisor

Pavement Restorations Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Pavement Restorations Inc. is seeking a Payroll Supervisor in Nashville to oversee payroll cycles and lead the payroll team.

You will ensure accurate payroll data, remain compliant with wage and hour laws, and collaborate with HR and finance on payroll policies and procedures. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or related field with at least 3 years of payroll processing experience and supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of payroll processing experience with supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of payroll laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in payroll software (ADP, Paychex, SAP, or similar systems).
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and guide the payroll team to ensure proper processing of payroll cycles.
• Ensure accuracy of payroll data, including salaries, benefits, taxes, and deductions.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws.
• Oversee preparation and submission of payroll reports and filings.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and respond to employee inquiries promptly.
• Work with HR and finance on payroll processes and policies.
• Support audits by providing necessary information and reports.
• Keep up-to-date with changes in payroll laws and best practices.
• Identify, recommend and implement payroll process improvements and system enhancements.
• Train and develop payroll staff with performance feedback.

Skills

Payroll processing

Team supervision

Regulatory compliance

Payroll software

Multi-state payroll

Excel analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ADP

Paychex

SAP

Job description

The Payroll Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and coordinating payroll processes to ensure timely and accurate payment of wages and salaries. This role supervises the payroll team, maintains compliance with all applicable regulations, and contributes to process improvements. The Payroll Supervisor serves as a key point of contact for payroll-related inquiries and supports internal and external audits.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and guide the payroll team to ensure proper processing of payroll cycles.
• Ensure accuracy of payroll data, including salaries, benefits, taxes, and deductions.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws.
• Oversee preparation and submission of payroll reports and filings.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and respond to employee inquiries in a timely manner.
• Work closely with HR and finance departments regarding payroll processes and policies.
• Support internal and external payroll audits by providing necessary information and reports.
• Keep up-to-date with changes in payroll laws and best practices.
• Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements and system enhancements.
• Train and develop payroll staff, providing performance feedback as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of payroll processing experience, including supervisory or team leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of applicable payroll laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in payroll software (such as ADP, Paychex, SAP, or similar systems).
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Payroll certification (such as CPP—Certified Payroll Professional, or FPC—Fundamental Payroll Certification).
• Prior experience implementing or optimizing payroll systems.
• Experience in multi-state or international payroll processing.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and data analysis.

Core Competencies & Skills

• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Problem-solving and analytical skills
• Leadership and team development
• Process and systems improvement
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively

Equal Opportunity Statement

Our organization is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.