Top 87 Accounting manager Jobs in Knoxville Tn

Payroll Manager
University of Tennessee Medical Center —Knoxville, TN
- Full-time
- Management
- Customer service
- Research
- Health savings account
- Relocation assistance
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Senior Manager of Accounting
INHABIT IQ —Knoxville, TN
- Full-time
- CPA
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Accounting Manager
Kennedy Concepts —Knoxville, TN
- CPA
- 5 years
- Finance
Payroll, AP, and T&E Manager - Oak Ridge, TN
RSI EnTech, LLC —Oak Ridge, TN
- Extended hours
- Pass drug screening
- Office
- 3 years
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Plant Controller - Lenoir City, TN
Hubbell Incorporated —Lenoir City, TN
- Hybrid work
- CPA
- Bachelor's degree
- Continuous improvement
Delivery Lead Associate Manager
Accenture —Louisville, TN
- $68,300 - $182,600 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- 5 years
- Finance
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
2d
Lead Buyer/Capital Allocator
LuckyGunner.com —Knoxville, TN
- $90,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Office
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Accounts Payable Supervisor
Harrison Construction Company —Knoxville, TN
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- Office
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Financial Controller
GatorStep, LLC —Lenoir City, TN
- $70,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPA
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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9d
Vice President & Controller
Covenant Health —Knoxville, TN
- Full-time
- Background check
- CPA
- ERP systems
- Relocation assistance
Tax Manager
Covenant Health —Knoxville, TN
- Full-time
- Background check
- CPA
- Research
- Paid training
- Health savings account
SVP Controller (Hybrid/Remote)
ORNL Federal Credit Union —Oak Ridge, TN
- Hybrid work
- 7 years
- CPA
- Research
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Controller - AI Trainer
DataAnnotation —Knoxville, TN
- $50 - $100 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
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Controller (10 years of experience)
Uster —Knoxville, TN
- Full-time
- CPA
- ERP systems
- Office
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Tax Manager
RemX —Knoxville, TN
- From $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPA
- Research
- Office
- Paid training
- Continuing education credits
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Tax Manager
Everforth —Alcoa, TN
- Full-time
- Management
- CPA
- 5 years
- Paid holidays
- 401(k)
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Manager, Corporate Accounting
Pilot Company —Knoxville, TN
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Office
- Finance
Delivery Lead Associate Manager
Logic —Louisville, TN
- $68,300 - $182,600 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- 5 years
- Finance
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
2d
Financial Controller
Integration Technology, LLC —Knoxville, TN
- $80,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Office
- Finance
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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1d
Financial Planning & Analysis Manager
Stowers Machinery Corporation —Knoxville, TN
- Full-time
- CPA
- 5 years
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance

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Payroll Manager

University of Tennessee Medical Center -
Knoxville, TN

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Health savings account
Relocation assistance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Professional development assistance
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Teamwork
Management
Payroll tax processing
Customer service
Team leadership
Supervising experience
Bachelor's degree
Task prioritization
Problem-solving
Time & attendance systems

Full Job Description

Payroll Manager

Why This Role Matters

Payroll is one of the organization's most critical functions, ensuring thousands of team members are paid accurately and on time each pay period. As Payroll Manager, you'll lead a team responsible for delivering exceptional payroll services while driving compliance, process improvement, operational excellence, and outstanding customer service across the organization.

Position Summary

The Payroll Manager is responsible for leading the daily operations of the Payroll department, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and organizational requirements. This leader oversees payroll staff, payroll systems, audits, reporting, and process improvement initiatives while serving as a trusted partner to Human Resources, Finance, and operational leaders.

Leadership Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop a team of payroll professionals.
Assign and prioritize daily work to ensure payroll deadlines are met.
Monitor workload and staffing needs to support efficient operations.
Provide ongoing training, coaching, and performance feedback.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Serve as the department resource for complex payroll questions and escalated issues.

Payroll Operations

Oversee biweekly and monthly payroll processing for all pay groups.
Ensure payrolls are completed accurately and on schedule.
Review and process payroll adjustments.
Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation.
Ensure accurate payroll reporting and distribution.

Payroll Systems & Compliance

Oversee time, attendance and payroll system maintenance.
Audit payroll transactions and Personnel Action Forms.
Monitor compliance with payroll policies and leave practices.
Coordinate payroll tax reporting and year-end activities.
Recommend and implement process improvements that improve efficiency and accuracy.
Partner with HRIS and Finance on payroll-related initiatives.

Customer Service & Collaboration

Partner with Human Resources, Finance, and department leaders to resolve payroll issues.
Support managers and timekeepers with payroll guidance and training.
Research and resolve payroll discrepancies.
Prepare reports and communicate payroll information to stakeholders.

Qualifications

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Progressive payroll experience, including high-volume payroll processing.
Previous experience leading or supervising a payroll team.
Knowledge of payroll laws, tax regulations, and payroll compliance.
Experience with payroll and timekeeping systems.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Leadership Expectations

Build an engaged, high-performing payroll team through coaching and accountability.
Foster strong partnerships across HR, Finance, and operational departments.
Drive process improvement while maintaining exceptional accuracy and compliance.
Develop team members through training, feedback, and professional growth opportunities.
Lead change effectively and promote a culture of continuous improvement.

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Relocation assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

How many years of experience do you have leading or supervising a Payroll team?
What is the largest payroll population you have been responsible for processing?
What payroll and timekeeping system have you used?
Tell us about a payroll process improvement you implemented and the results.

Work Location: In person

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