Payroll and Tax Specialist II

Position Information

Position Information

Position Number

614080

Working Title

Payroll and Tax Specialist II

Job Title

Specialist

Job Type

Full-Time

Department

Business Office

Job Purpose

To assist in processing a timely and accurate payroll for employees at Tennessee Tech University.

Tennessee Tech is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer.

Essential Functions

To assist in monitoring and processing earnings to include supplemental earnings and costing data. To assist with processing employee deductions as needed. To assist in running payroll payment processes and tax remittances, recording necessary journal entries. To assist with payroll reconciliations as needed. To assist with communication and explanations of pay with employees, managers, and staff.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma with at least five years of related professional experience or a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with at least three years of related professional experience. Mathematical, analytical, organizational and communication skills. Computer proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with processing payroll.

Work Hours

Typical hours are Monday - Friday, 8am - 4 : 30pm.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience. Pay grade 11.

Benefits Information

Benefits include the accumulation of two vacation days per month and one sick leave day per month, and thirteen (13) University holidays. Other benefits include medical and life insurance (shared cost with the university), retirement, optional 401k, and educational benefits.

Posting Details

Posting Date

11 / 21 / 2025

Screening Date

12 / 01 / 2025

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants are required to electronically upload a cover letter, resume, copy of transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire), and complete contact information for three references. References will be contacted at a later date. Submission of materials is the applicant's responsibility. Applications without all required materials are incomplete and will not be considered.