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Inhabit

Inhabit

Accounting & Finance
United States · Knoxville, TN, USA
Posted on Dec 11, 2025

Job Details

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US TN PBG 001 Knoxville TN Office - Knoxville, TN
Full Time
2 Year Degree
None
Day
Human Resources

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.