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We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to support complex payroll operations for a large workforce in Franklin, Tennessee. This Long-term Contract position requires strong expertise in U.S. payroll administration, including union payroll environments, certified payroll reporting, and cross-border payroll support for Canada. The ideal candidate will bring precision, compliance knowledge, and the ability to manage detailed payroll requirements across multiple jurisdictions and labor agreements.
Job Responsibility
Administer end-to-end payroll processing for a high-volume employee population while maintaining accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with applicable regulations
Manage payroll activities for union construction employees across multiple trades, ensuring pay practices align with varied collective bargaining agreements and union-specific rules
Calculate and process union-related obligations, including dues and employer-funded benefit contributions such as retirement, health and welfare, and vacation funds
Prepare and submit certified payroll documentation for client projects and government-related work, ensuring all wage and hour reporting is complete and compliant
Support union and certified payroll audits by organizing records, validating payroll data, and responding to third-party review requests
Assist with Canadian payroll processing, including payroll requirements tied to federal and provincial tax regulations
Partner with internal stakeholders to help maintain accurate workers’ compensation coding, support annual true-up activities, and contribute to audit readiness
Review multi-state payroll transactions to ensure proper taxation, deductions, and payments across different jurisdictions
Use ADP Workforce Now and related payroll systems to maintain employee payroll records, process updates, and resolve payroll discrepancies
Requirements
Demonstrated experience managing full-cycle payroll in a high-volume environment of 500 or more employees
Strong background in multi-state U.S. payroll processing and payroll compliance
Hands-on experience with union payroll, including union dues, benefit contributions, and interpretation of varying labor agreement rules
Knowledge of certified payroll reporting requirements, particularly for construction or government-funded projects
Familiarity with payroll audit support, including preparation for union fund reviews and certified payroll examinations
Experience processing or supporting Canadian payroll with an understanding of provincial and federal payroll tax considerations
Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now and strong overall payroll systems experience
Working knowledge of workers’ compensation processes, including job coding alignment and annual audit support