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Payroll Assistant

Inhabit®
Knoxville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 12/12/2025 CLOSED ON 1/9/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Assistant position at Inhabit®?

Description

Inhabit builds solutions for the residential and vacation property management industry. Our team delivers best-in-class software and services through innovation and collaboration. Learn more at inhabit.com.

We’re adding a Payroll Assistant to help keep multi-entity, multi-state payroll running smoothly. You’ll verify time, maintain clean payroll data, support payroll tax workflows, and deliver outstanding service to employees. If you enjoy attention to detail, problem‑solving, and a fast-paced team environment, this role is for you.

What You’ll Do


  • Prepare and assist with biweekly payroll runs; verify timecards, premiums, overtime, commissions, and adjustments.
  • Maintain accurate employee payroll data in Paycom (new hires, rate changes, deductions, terminations).
  • Help set up new tax jurisdictions; scan and log tax notices; track resolutions; assist with multi‑state compliance.
  • Administer wage garnishments, child support, HSA/HRA/FSA and benefit payroll deductions.
  • Generate payroll, tax, and reconciliation reports for audits and accounting close.
  • Respond to pay inquiries; explain earnings statements, taxes, and deductions with a service mindset.
  • Partner with HR, Benefits, and Accounting to ensure accurate funding, GL interfaces, and period close.


Qualifications

Experience:


  • 2 years in payroll, HR, or accounting (multi‑state/multi‑entity experience a plus).
  • Proficiency in **Paycom** (or similar HRIS), Excel (lookups, pivots), and basic report building.
  • High attention to detail, confidentiality, time management, and clear communication.
  • High school diploma required; associate’s in accounting/finance/HR preferred.
  • Experience with payroll tax workflows (registrations, notices, reconciliations).
  • Knowledge of wage & hour rules (overtime, premium pay), garnishments, and benefits funding.

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