Payroll Specialist

Kforce has a client in Nashville, TN that is seeking a Payroll Specialist.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations, including garnishments, deductions, and benefits
• Maintain and update payroll records, including new hires, terminations, salary changes, tax withholding forms, and direct deposit information
• Calculate and process bonuses, commissions, retroactive pay, and other special payments.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and prepare journal entries for the accounting team
• Review and validate timesheets and hours worked, liaising with managers and employees to resolve discrepancies
• Prepare and file payroll tax reports (e.g., W-2s, 941s, 940s) and respond to tax agency inquiries as needed
• Coordinate year-end payroll procedures and support audits related to payroll and benefits
• Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll inquiries and resolve issues in a timely, professional manner
• Ensure payroll system (e.g., ADP, Paychex, UKG, Workday, etc.) is up to date and functioning properly
• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to align payroll processes with organizational goals* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field (preferred)
• 3+ years of experience in full-cycle payroll processing
• Strong knowledge of federal and state wage and hour laws, payroll taxes, and reporting requirements