Job Description

Job Location Corporate Headquarters - Chattanooga, TN 37402 Position Type Full Time Job Shift M - F 8:00 - 4:45 Job Category Banking

The HR/Payroll Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of employee payroll. The position will perform payroll-related functions, including payroll processing, payroll tax compliance, automated timekeeping systems and payroll reporting in a multi-site, multi-state, environment. The Payroll Specialist provides excellent customer service to managers and employees and is well versed in payroll compliance, taxes and reporting.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Enter and maintain payroll data by processing pay adjustments, transfers, terminations, and verifying new employee information timely and accurately for the appropriate payroll. Maintain accurate payroll and personnel records with timely filing of information. Handle new employee payroll onboarding activities, including processing payroll paperwork for new employees and participating in New Employee Orientations by providing instruction on the timekeeping system and payroll calendar.
• Process semi-monthly payroll, including accurate and timely attendance records of all employees. Ensures tax information is entered accurately for various tax accounts timely. Process and reconcile payroll-related benefit funding, including 457(b), FSA, and Dependent Care contributions, ensuring accurate transmission and proper documentation. Prepare, reconcile, and distribute payroll reports on the first business day following payroll and complete all required monthly payroll reports timely.
• Complete monthly reports timely. Maintains and monitors exempt employee leave time monthly. Reviews and reconciles quarterly taxes no later than end of month following quarter and completes quarterly reports timely. Annually audit employee leave time to determine completion of required 5 consecutive days off. Calculate and complete Success Share payroll. Complete year-end reports and verify/distribute W-2's.
• Trains new managers and/or approvers of our timekeeping system. Answer employee questions related to payroll. Troubleshoot and resolves payroll and HRIS issues.
• Supports with audits and examinations by preparing payroll documentation, reconciliations, reports, and responding to payroll-related inquiries.
• Review and make recommendations for improvement of payroll policies and procedures. Keep current with changes in payroll laws to ensure compliance. Update procedural manual as changes occur.
• Represent the Credit Union in a professional manner with all employees, management and business associations (appearance, behavior and performance)
• Performs all tasks consistent with TVFCU policies and state and federal laws.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Maintain knowledge of credit union operations and procedures by completing annual training courses.
• Proactively demonstrate the TVFCU core values of integrity, honesty, flexibility, teamwork, leadership, accountability and strong relationships in every interaction with members.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATIONAL AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Three to Five years of similar or related experience in payroll required.
• Degree in Human Resources or Business preferred or equivalent work experience.
• Must possess a solid understanding of payroll processes.
• Proficient in computer applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Paycom Human Resource system experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Federal, State and Local employment laws pertaining to payroll.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Ability to build and cultivate strong professional relationships and have ability to interact with people at all levels in the organization through effective written and verbal communication.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and multi-tasking skills required.
• Ability to work independently.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule.

If you are considered for an offer of employment at TVFCU, you must successfully complete a pre-employment screen that includes:

• Verification of education, employment and other pertinent data included on your employment application, and eligibility to work in the United States
• Criminal background check and drug screening
• Pre-employment credit check required

Pre-employment screening helps TVFCU provide a safe environment for our members and employees, minimize risk, and ensure federal compliance.