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dental practice in Franklin, TN is seeking a Payroll Specialist. The Payroll Specialist is responsible for accurate and timely payroll processing and year-end reporting. This role requires at least five years of experience in payroll administration, strong knowledge of payroll systems, and a thorough understanding of federal, state, and local payroll regulations. Serving as the primary point of contact for payroll, the specialist ensures compliance, accuracy, and high-quality service to employees and management. Comprehensive benefits knowledge is necessary to manage payroll deductions, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other benefits-ensuring correct withholding, remittance, and reporting in line with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of payroll administration experience, preferably in a multi-state environment.
• 3+ years of experience working with HRIS/payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Workday, UKG), including maintaining employee records and processing payroll changes.
• 3+ years of experience reconciling benefit deductions, vendor invoices, and resolving payroll-benefit discrepancies.
• 3+ years of experience preparing or validating quarterly and year-end payroll tax filings (Forms 941, 940, W-2/W-2c, SUTA).
• 2+ years of experience supporting audits (payroll, benefits, or financial) through preparation of payroll summaries, reconciliations, and documentation.