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Payroll Specialist

General Shale

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Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Johnson City, TN
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

General Shale, the nation’s leading masonry materials manufacturer is seeking a Payroll Specialist for its corporate headquarters in Johnson City, TN to handle multi‑state payroll processing, tax compliance, wage garnishments, record maintenance, employee inquiries, reporting and confidentiality.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

UKG Payroll SoftwareMicrosoft OfficeAnalytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailMulti‑TaskingAutonomous Work StyleFinancial ConfidentialityCommunication SkillsProblem‑Solving Skills

Qualifications

Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Related Curriculum

Full job description

Description

Payroll Specialist

Johnson City, TN

General Shale, the nation’s leading masonry materials manufacturer is seeking a Payroll Specialist for our corporate headquarters in Johnson City, TN. The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for a variety of payroll-related functions for our North American companies, including:

  • Processing various multi-state/province payrolls timely, efficiently, and accurately

  • Demonstrating familiarity with, and correctly adhering to tax laws

  • Monitoring and assisting with wage attachment/garnishment order specifications

  • Maintaining a variety of payroll and employee records

  • Responding to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues or HR concerns

  • Analyzing and preparing various reports

  • Maintaining a high level of confidentiality

Preferred Skills and Experience:

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related curriculum preferred but not required

  • Experience with UKG (formerly known as Ultimate Software and Kronos) preferred

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (particularly with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook)

  • Strong analytical skills and organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail

  • Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

  • Highly autonomous and self-motivated individual, with sound judgement and strong initiative

  • Confidential financial information handling

  • Great communication and problem-solving skills

Why Join General Shale?

  • Opportunity to support employees across a leading national manufacturing organization.

  • Collaborative and team-oriented HR environment.

  • Ability to contribute to employee experience, compliance, and strategic benefits initiatives.

  • Professional growth and development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

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