Payroll Processing Specialist – Temp

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

. Process off-cycle payroll batches, special payments, adjustments, and corrections accurately and within established deadlines.

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeNashville • Tennessee • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payroll processing, including off-cycle payroll, adjustments, and compliance with federal and state regulations. Proficient in resolving payroll-related issues and maintaining confidentiality while managing payroll records and documentation.

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Payroll ProcessingAttention To DetailCustomer ServiceMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyPayroll Compliance

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Hard Skills

Payroll AdministrationPayroll AdjustmentsTax WithholdingDeductions ManagementW-2 ProcessingDirect Deposit SetupPayroll Record MaintenanceAudit SupportIssue ResolutionPayroll Transaction Review

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationProblem SolvingConfidentiality ManagementIndependent Research

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficePayroll Systems

Industry Keywords

Payroll RegulationsEmployee Payroll IssuesFederal Payroll PoliciesState Payroll PoliciesHuman Resources Support

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Process off-cycle payroll batches, special payments, adjustments, and corrections accurately and within established deadlines.
Respond to payroll-related help desk tickets regarding paychecks, timecards, tax withholding, direct deposit, W-2s, deductions, and payroll processes.
Research and resolve employee payroll issues.
Monitor and manage payroll ticket queues to ensure timely responses and issue resolution.
Assist employees with direct deposit setup and updates.
Review payroll transactions for completeness and accuracy and identify discrepancies.
Research payroll earnings, deductions, taxes, benefits, garnishments, and other employee payroll concerns.
Assist with payroll adjustments, overpayments, retroactive payments, and manual check requests.
Maintain confidentiality of employee personal, employment, and payroll information.
Assist with identifying and correcting out-of-balance conditions and payroll transaction errors.
Support payroll record maintenance, document retention, and audit requests.
Assist with resolving uncashed payroll checks and employee payment inquiries.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional payroll policies and procedures.
Maintain current knowledge of payroll regulations, tax requirements, and payroll system processes.
Report administratively and functionally to the Assistant Director of Payroll; no supervisory responsibility.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Associate’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, Finance, or a related field preferred.
Equivalent combination of education and relevant payroll or human resources experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
One to three years of experience in payroll preferred.
Experience in payroll processing, payroll administration, customer service, or human resources support.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage confidential information.
Ability to research and resolve payroll-related issues independently.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal-opportunity employment
Hybrid work arrangement