HR/Payroll Coordinator

Performance Food Group•Knoxville, TN

About The Position

This position will be responsible for overall payroll administration functions in our Knoxville and Johnson City Locations and will be required to work at each Opco at least 1 day per week. The HR/Payroll Coordinator is responsible for managing and overseeing payroll processes and ensuring accurate and timely payment of employee salaries. Here are some of their key responsibilities: payroll processing, compliance and documentation, employee support, benefits coordination, and reporting and analysis. Major Functional Responsibilities Collect, calculate, and enter data to maintain and update payroll information. Process payroll for employees accurately and on time. Compile summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, disability, and nontaxable wages. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws. Maintain accurate employee records and confidential payroll information. Prepare and distribute payroll reports to department managers and senior management. Resolve payroll discrepancies and answer employee payroll queries. Coordinate with the HR department to verify employee information and working hours. Respond to payroll inquiries from employees and managers. Process and monitor garnishment orders and other issues that impact payroll specifications. Monitor and manage employee benefit contributions and deductions. Prepare payroll reports and analyze data to identify trends or issues. Conduct benefits audits to ensure accuracy and compliance. Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all policies and standards EEO Statement Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy ; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement ; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement . Performance Foodservice, PFG’s broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers — providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent
1 - 3 Years Related experience Required
Some Travel Required
Must have valid driver's license
Previous experience in payroll administration or a related field is often preferred.
Experience with payroll software and financial reporting.
Knowledge of MS Office and payroll administration software.
Ability to analyze payroll data and identify discrepancies.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
High level of accuracy in managing payroll records and documentation.
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Nice To Haves

Preferred - Certified Payroll credentials
Preferred 3-6 Years Related experience
Previous experience in payroll administration or a related field is often preferred.
Experience with payroll software and financial reporting.
Knowledge of MS Office and payroll administration software.
Ability to analyze payroll data and identify discrepancies.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
High level of accuracy in managing payroll records and documentation.
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

Collect, calculate, and enter data to maintain and update payroll information.
Process payroll for employees accurately and on time.
Compile summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, disability, and nontaxable wages.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws.
Maintain accurate employee records and confidential payroll information.
Prepare and distribute payroll reports to department managers and senior management.
Resolve payroll discrepancies and answer employee payroll queries.
Coordinate with the HR department to verify employee information and working hours.
Respond to payroll inquiries from employees and managers.
Process and monitor garnishment orders and other issues that impact payroll specifications.
Monitor and manage employee benefit contributions and deductions.
Prepare payroll reports and analyze data to identify trends or issues.
Conduct benefits audits to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards