What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Associate position at Knoxville Chamber (Knoxville, Tennessee)?
Classification: Business Associate
Work Hours: 40 hours/week: M-F
About KUB: KUB is one of the largest public utilities in the country providing safe, reliable, and affordable electric, gas, water, wastewater, and fiber services to more than 486,000 customers in Knoxville and parts of seven surrounding counties. We are looking for employees who want to be a part of a mission-driven organization with strong values that support a skilled, diverse, and inclusive workforce.
About the Role: Processes and transmits payroll for exempt and non-exempt employees on a weekly and/or bi-weekly basis. Audits and reports periodic, quarterly, and annual payroll tax files. Processes all garnishments, health care deductions, paid time off, and others as needed. Prepares and reconciles payroll journals and provides payroll detail as needed for corporate, federal, and state income tax compliance. Identifies and troubleshoots payroll issues, working collaboratively with Human Resources, team members, Accounting, managers, and supervisors. Ensures payroll adheres to company policy and procedures as well as federal, state, and local regulations. Requires working with highly confidential data and exercising the utmost discretion. May perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Physical Requirements:
Sedentary Work – Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and / or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Exercises mental and visual alertness frequently. Subject to occasional strict time schedules. May require bending, stooping, and moving around the work site. Physical demands for a specific position within this classification may vary and / or exceed those demands described above.
Minimum Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent
Ability to work with confidential information and exercise discretion
Strong computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
Excellent team and interpersonal skills, including the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate (written and oral) with all levels of employees and management
Good analytical and problem solving skills
Ability to efficiently work independently and within a team
Valid driver's license
Preferred Requirements
Two (2) years of experience in related field
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)
Experience with human resources information systems and ability to run queries
Excellent time management skills and attention to detail
Excellent customer service skills
Selection Process
About The Selection Process
Phase 1 – Apply online at www.kub.org
Phase 2 – Experience, training, and education evaluation
Phase 3 – Interview with department representatives
Phase 4 – Written, performance, and behavioral exercises
Phase 5 – Background Investigation
Phase 6 – Physical assessment and/or drug screen*
Knoxville Utilities Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Work Hours: 40 hours/week: M-F
About KUB: KUB is one of the largest public utilities in the country providing safe, reliable, and affordable electric, gas, water, wastewater, and fiber services to more than 486,000 customers in Knoxville and parts of seven surrounding counties. We are looking for employees who want to be a part of a mission-driven organization with strong values that support a skilled, diverse, and inclusive workforce.
About the Role: Processes and transmits payroll for exempt and non-exempt employees on a weekly and/or bi-weekly basis. Audits and reports periodic, quarterly, and annual payroll tax files. Processes all garnishments, health care deductions, paid time off, and others as needed. Prepares and reconciles payroll journals and provides payroll detail as needed for corporate, federal, and state income tax compliance. Identifies and troubleshoots payroll issues, working collaboratively with Human Resources, team members, Accounting, managers, and supervisors. Ensures payroll adheres to company policy and procedures as well as federal, state, and local regulations. Requires working with highly confidential data and exercising the utmost discretion. May perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Physical Requirements:
Sedentary Work – Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and / or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Exercises mental and visual alertness frequently. Subject to occasional strict time schedules. May require bending, stooping, and moving around the work site. Physical demands for a specific position within this classification may vary and / or exceed those demands described above.
Minimum Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent
Ability to work with confidential information and exercise discretion
Strong computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
Excellent team and interpersonal skills, including the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate (written and oral) with all levels of employees and management
Good analytical and problem solving skills
Ability to efficiently work independently and within a team
Valid driver's license
Preferred Requirements
Two (2) years of experience in related field
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)
Experience with human resources information systems and ability to run queries
Excellent time management skills and attention to detail
Excellent customer service skills
Selection Process
About The Selection Process
Phase 1 – Apply online at www.kub.org
Phase 2 – Experience, training, and education evaluation
Phase 3 – Interview with department representatives
Phase 4 – Written, performance, and behavioral exercises
Phase 5 – Background Investigation
Phase 6 – Physical assessment and/or drug screen*
- KUB is part of the Tennessee Drug Free Workplace Program
Knoxville Utilities Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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