Payroll and Accounting Specialist

We are looking for a Payroll and Accounting Specialist to support payroll operations for a healthcare organization in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This is a fulltime permanent position and is ideal for someone who can manage high-volume, multi-state payroll with precision while maintaining compliance with payroll laws and internal standards. The role also contributes to payroll reporting, employee record accuracy, and selected accounting support as part of the broader finance function.Responsibilities:• Administer end-to-end payroll processing for a large employee population across multiple states, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule.• Examine time and attendance data, resolve discrepancies, and confirm payroll inputs align with company guidelines and applicable labor requirements.• Apply federal and state payroll rules related to taxes, deductions, wage laws, and required filings to maintain full regulatory compliance.• Update and preserve payroll records, including employee profiles, compensation details, withholding information, and benefit-related deductions.• Generate and distribute payroll documentation such as earnings statements, annual tax forms, and standard payroll reports for internal and employee use.• Partner with internal teams to investigate payroll issues, answer questions, and support timely resolution of pay-related concerns.• Use payroll ERP and related systems to manage payroll data efficiently and support accurate payroll operations.• Provide assistance with general accounting tasks when needed, contributing to the accuracy of financial records and reconciliations.• Demonstrated experience managing full-cycle payroll from data validation through final processing and reporting.• Background handling multi-state payroll with a strong understanding of varying tax and wage regulations.• Proven ability to process payroll for a workforce of more than 500 employees with a high level of accuracy.• Working knowledge of payroll compliance requirements, including tax withholding, reporting obligations, and wage and hour rules.• Hands-on experience using payroll ERP for payroll administration or related payroll functions.• Strong attention to detail and ability to reconcile payroll, timekeeping, and deduction data effectively.• Must have a solid knowledge of general accounting principles and comfortable supporting accounting-related activities in addition to core payroll responsibilities.• Experience in accounting focus role required**All candidates must undergo drug and background screening for consideration Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company’s 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources.© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.