Top 65 Payroll 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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Payroll Specialist - AI Trainer
DataAnnotation —Knoxville, TN
- $50 - $60 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
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Accounting Office Manager
StaffSource —Knoxville, TN
- Microsoft Word
- Inventory management
- Mid-level
Payroll Clerk
Costco Wholesale Corporation —Knoxville, TN
- OSHA
- Entry level
- AD&D insurance
- Employee stock purchase plan
Payroll Specialist
ESS Education —Knoxville, TN
- $50,000 a year
- Overtime
- Computer literacy
- Research
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Payroll Specialist
University Physicians' Association —Knoxville, TN
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Payroll Coordinator
Explore Industries —Knoxville, TN
- $24 - $28 an hour
- Temporary
- Background check
- ERP systems
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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8d
Lead Payroll Specialist
TeamHealth —Knoxville, TN
- Mid-level
- Finance
- Analysis skills
6d
PAYROLL ANALYST
Covenant Health —Knoxville, TN
- Overtime
- Employment & labor law
- Mid-level
- Office
Staff Accountant -- Knoxville Based Television Production and Entertainment Accounting Firm
Winchester Consulting LLC —Knoxville, TN
- From $50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Google Workspace
- No experience needed
- Research
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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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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Accounting Assistant
Fox Den Country Club —Knoxville, TN
- $18 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Office
- Administrative experience
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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HR Coordinator
Hillcrest Healthcare —Knoxville, TN
- Full-time
- Skilled nursing facility
- HIPAA
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Full-Charge Bookkeeper
Dalton Collision Inc —Knoxville, TN
- $55,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- QuickBooks
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR
Worldwide Equipment Enterprises Inc —Knoxville, TN
- $85,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Analysis skills
- Project management
12d
Corporate Director of Human Resources
Dolly Partons Stampede Pigeon Forge —Pigeon Forge, TN
- Weekends as needed
- 5 years
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
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6d
HR Business Administrator
Nexstar Broadcasting —Knoxville, TN
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Analysis skills
Benefits Administrator
Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc —Maryville, TN
- HIPAA
- Mid-level
- Office
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
OFFICE MANAGER
48forty Solutions —Knoxville, TN
- $24 an hour
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Spanish
- English
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
Human Resources Data Specialist, Compensation
Covenant Health —Knoxville, TN
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid jury duty
- Health savings account

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Payroll Manager

University of Tennessee Medical Center -
Knoxville, TN

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Job Details

Full-time
8 days ago

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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