Position Overview
Description
We are looking for a Payroll Clerk to join our client's team in Knoxville, Tennessee in a contract to permanent, onsite role. This position supports weekly payroll activity for a large hourly workforce across multiple states and requires a strong focus on precision, timeliness, and confidentiality. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with payroll data, resolving discrepancies, and communicating clearly with employees and internal payroll contacts.
Responsibilities:
• 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 procedure...