What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll and Tax Specialist II position at Tennessee Tech University - College of Business?
Position Information
Position Information
Position Number 614080 Working Title Payroll and Tax Specialist II Job Title Specialist Job Type Full-Time Department Business Office Job Purpose
To assist in processing a timely and accurate payroll for employees at Tennessee Tech University.
Tennessee Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Essential Functions
To assist in monitoring and processing earnings to include supplemental earnings and costing data. To assist with processing employee deductions as needed. To assist in running payroll payment processes and tax remittances, recording necessary journal entries. To assist with payroll reconciliations as needed. To assist with communication and explanations of pay with employees, managers, and staff.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma with at least five years of related professional experience or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with at least three years of related professional experience. Mathematical, analytical, organizational and communication skills. Computer proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with processing payroll.
Work Hours
Typical hours are Monday – Friday, 8am – 4:30pm.
Compensation And Benefits
Salary Commensurate with education and experience. Pay grade 11. Benefits Information
Benefits include the accumulation of two vacation days per month and one sick leave day per month, and thirteen (13) University holidays. Other benefits include medical and life insurance (shared cost with the university), retirement, optional 401k, and educational benefits.
Posting Details
Posting Date 11/21/2025 Screening Date 12/01/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants are required to electronically upload a cover letter, resume, copy of transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire), and complete contact information for three references. References will be contacted at a later date. Submission of materials is the applicant’s responsibility. Applications without all required materials are incomplete and will not be considered.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Position Information
Position Number 614080 Working Title Payroll and Tax Specialist II Job Title Specialist Job Type Full-Time Department Business Office Job Purpose
To assist in processing a timely and accurate payroll for employees at Tennessee Tech University.
Tennessee Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Essential Functions
To assist in monitoring and processing earnings to include supplemental earnings and costing data. To assist with processing employee deductions as needed. To assist in running payroll payment processes and tax remittances, recording necessary journal entries. To assist with payroll reconciliations as needed. To assist with communication and explanations of pay with employees, managers, and staff.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma with at least five years of related professional experience or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with at least three years of related professional experience. Mathematical, analytical, organizational and communication skills. Computer proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with processing payroll.
Work Hours
Typical hours are Monday – Friday, 8am – 4:30pm.
Compensation And Benefits
Salary Commensurate with education and experience. Pay grade 11. Benefits Information
Benefits include the accumulation of two vacation days per month and one sick leave day per month, and thirteen (13) University holidays. Other benefits include medical and life insurance (shared cost with the university), retirement, optional 401k, and educational benefits.
Posting Details
Posting Date 11/21/2025 Screening Date 12/01/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants are required to electronically upload a cover letter, resume, copy of transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire), and complete contact information for three references. References will be contacted at a later date. Submission of materials is the applicant’s responsibility. Applications without all required materials are incomplete and will not be considered.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Transcripts
- List of References
- Transcripts 2
- Other Documents
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a high school diploma with at least five years of related professional experience or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with at least three years of related professional experience?
- Yes
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