Payroll Specialist

External • Nashville, TN

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About The Position

This position offers the chance to gain hands-on experience with payroll processing, commission calculations, and payroll software, while working closely with employees across the company. You’ll develop a deep understanding of compensation rules and policies and become an important point of contact for payroll-related questions. For the right candidate, it’s a strong foundation for advancing into broader HR, finance, or administrative roles within the organization.

Requirements

• High school diploma required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree in business administration preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism.

Nice To Haves

• Payroll or sales-related experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Compile payroll data from timesheets and employee records (hours, attendance, mileage, reimbursements).
• Enter and verify payroll information in company software.
• Prepare and distribute pay information to employees.
• Calculate and process commissions for sales representatives.
• Maintain knowledge of company compensation guidelines.
• Handle confidential payroll requests with independent judgment.
• Communicate effectively with employees by phone and email regarding payroll questions.
• Perform other payroll-related tasks as needed, while ensuring strict confidentiality.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement account
• Education assistance in a field related to your employment with RJ Young Company
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Incentive Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees