Payroll Manager
Posted 11 days ago
Payroll Manager
Nashville TN
Full Time
About Us
Since 1940, Stansell Electric Company, Inc. has been a leading provider of quality electrical contracting and related services. Today, Stansell Electric continues as a family-owned company with second and third generations carrying the legacy. The core values of the company: Quality, Customer Satisfaction, Enjoyment, Care for Employees, Honesty, and Investing in Resources; are the ultimate legacy established over 80 years ago and carried on by the amazing team today.
How Stansell Makes a Difference
By Growing our People, Serving our Customers, and Building our Communities, we stand out as the leading multi-disciplined electrical contractor and systems integrator in the Southeast. Stansell Electric provides turnkey solutions in the Transportation (Lighting, Signalization, ITS, Navigation), Industrial (Water, Wastewater, Manufacturing/Warehouse, Power), Commercial (High-rise, High-end complexes), and Infrastructure (Duct bank, Substation) markets.
We take pride in our unwavering commitment to Injury Free, Best Tradespeople, and Quality; while building relationships with Owners, Contractors, Architects, Engineers, and other Subcontractors. We have a strong people-first culture, a record-setting safety record, and we leverage technology to enhance the effectiveness of project delivery.
Who You’ll Work With
The Payroll Manager partners closely with the Accounting and Finance teams, as well as other internal departments, to ensure accurate and compliant payroll operations.
About the Position
The Payroll Manager plays a critical role in overseeing and executing all aspects of payroll processing for the organization. This position requires a high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to manage sensitive information in a fast-paced environment. The role also supports broader accounting functions and contributes to process improvement initiatives.
How You’ll Make a Difference
- Manage and process payroll accurately and on time, including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions
- Ensure proper setup and maintenance of payroll records, including new hires, terminations, and pay rate changes
- Maintain accurate payroll reports and documentation for internal use and audits
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local wage and tax regulations
- Lead payroll audits by preparing and providing required documentation
- Collaborate with Accounting on reconciliations and financial reporting related to payroll
- Identify and implement improvements to payroll systems, processes, and internal controls
- Support additional accounting-related tasks as needed (e.g., reporting, data analysis)
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee and financial information
Position Requirements
Skills & Qualifications
- Strong knowledge of payroll processes, including tax compliance, reporting, and internal controls
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and payroll software systems
- Experience with Vista/Viewpoint or similar systems preferred
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field preferred
- 5+ years of payroll or related accounting experience required
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer
- Ability to maintain focus and accuracy when working with detailed data
- Normal or corrected vision and hearing
Additional Information
Pay based on qualifications and current market
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options
- Short Term and Long-Term Disability insurance provided
- 401k with Generous Match
- Bonus eligibility
As a Federal Contractor, it is the policy of Stansell Electric Company to assure that applicants are employed, and that applicants are treated during employment, without regard to their race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.
An Equal Opportunity Employer / Minorities & females encouraged to apply.
TN Drug Free Workplace conducting pre-employment, post-accident and random drug screening.
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Stansell Electric Company, Inc. is an award winning, multi-disciplined electrical contractor and systems integrator. We provide turnkey solutions, including traditional and design-build construction services as well as complex electrical and communication system engineering. Our commitment never ends at the completion of a project. Stansell offers on-going relationships through a best-in-class service group to meet our clients’ daily needs. We stake our reputation on the quality of our employees and their ability to leverage new technologies with established experience.
Key team members
Matthew Leonard
Robert Elliott
Chris Knopf, CPA
Nicholas Cota
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