Payroll Clerk

• Manage weekly payroll processing for a multi-state hourly employee population, ensuring pay is completed accurately and on schedule
• Gather, verify, and reconcile timekeeping records so payroll inputs are complete and aligned with company standards
• Enter payroll information manually when needed and calculate items such as overtime, shift premiums, and related earnings adjustments
• Partner with payroll leadership to follow established procedures, support day-to-day operations, and build knowledge of internal payroll processes
• Use Microsoft Excel to organize payroll data, compare records, and assist with higher-volume reconciliations using functions such as lookups and pivot-based analysis
• Address employee inquiries related to wages, deductions, and time reporting in a thorough and timely manner
• Protect sensitive payroll information and consistently follow internal controls, payroll guidelines, and confidentiality expectations
• Support payroll audits, reporting needs, compliance activities, and system-related administrative tasks as assigned

• At least 1 year of payroll-related experience, preferably in a high-volume environment
• Working knowledge of multi-state payroll processing for hourly employees
• Experience with data entry, record reconciliation, and core payroll calculations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including the ability or willingness to strengthen skills in VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and formulas
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage deadlines in a weekly payroll cycle
• Clear communication skills and the ability to respond effectively to employee payroll questions
• Availability to work onsite in Knoxville, Tennessee, Monday through Friday during regular business hours

Experience in the construction or service industry, or familiarity with construction-related payroll software

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
• Eligibility to enroll in company 401(k) plan