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Payroll Specialist

AMR Clinical
Knoxville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 3/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/29/2026
Position Overview

  • Responsible for accurate and timely processing of multi-state payroll
  • Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
  • Partners with HR and Finance to support payroll operations and reporting
  • Requires strong ADP experience and attention to detail

To Consistently Embody AMR Clinical’s Core Values

  • United We Achieve
  • Celebrate Diverse Perspectives
  • Do the Right Thing
  • Adapt and Persevere

The Payroll Specialist will report to the Julie Peintner

Classification: Exempt

Primary Responsibilities

  • Process payroll using ADP (Workforce Now or similar)
  • Ensure accuracy of wages, deductions, and bonuses
  • Validate timekeeping data and resolve discrepancies
  • Manage off-cycle payrolls and adjustments
  • Maintain compliance with payroll laws and tax regulations
  • Prepare payroll reports and support audits
  • Respond to employee payroll inquiries
  • Identify and implement process improvements

Desired Skills And Qualifications

  • 3 years payroll processing experience
  • Hands-on ADP experience required
  • Knowledge of multi-state payroll laws
  • Strong attention to detail and confidentiality
  • Proficiency in Excel
  • CPP certification preferred
  • Healthcare or clinical research experience preferred

AMR Clinical does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

  • This job description is intended to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities of the staff holding this position. The staff may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

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