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Payroll Coordinator

Action
Birmingham, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 6/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/19/2026
JOB SUMMARY:
The Driver Settlement Coordinator is a part of the team responsible for processing pay for over 500 drivers, including Company Drivers, Lease Purchase and Owner Operators.    This is a fast-paced environment which requires attentions to detail, excellent time management and customer service skills.    As a member of the driver settlement team you must be committed to ensuring the drivers are paid accurately and timely.
 
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  •  Investigate, provide solutions, and correct payroll discrepancies
  •  Effectively and professionally communicate with various departments, including but not limited to driver dispatch, billing, to ensure accurate processing of driver pay
  • Support to drivers through terminal contact with concern and questions regarding pay discrepancies
  • Effectively process payroll weekly for both Company Drivers & Owner Operators while maintaining established payroll deadlines in a time critical environment
  • Identify areas of opportunity for improvement as part of the company's continuous improvement efforts
  • Develop process improvement plans with driver settlement team to resolve issues affecting our department
  • Maintain discretion and confidentiality
  • Understand & support change as it relates to processes, structure & business modeling
  • Demonstrate teamwork and a spirit of collaboration to help foster a positive work environment
 
EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Proficient use of Microsoft Office
  • Excellent written & verbal communication skills
  • Detail-oriented person with strong time-management and organizational skills
  • While previous experience in the transportation industry & payroll department are a plus, it is not a required
  • Minimum of High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
0BUSINESS & LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
  • Teambuilding skills and the ability to drive change.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • High energy, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude to the team
  • Willingness to understand and support change, as it relates to processes, structure and business modeling

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