Payroll Clerk

We are looking for a Payroll Clerk to join a textile manufacturing organization in Dalton, Georgia on a Contract basis. This opportunity is well suited for an early-career candidate at the entry level who wants to build practical experience in payroll, timekeeping, and employee support. The person in this role will work closely with the Time and Attendance team, learn day-to-day payroll processes, and contribute to accurate approvals and records management. *This role requires onsite presence in Dalton, Georgia*

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Time and Attendance team with daily payroll-related tasks to help maintain accurate employee hours and pay records.

• Review timesheet details, identify missing or inconsistent information, and follow up with field managers to secure timely approvals.

• Support payroll processing activities for a workforce of varying size while maintaining attention to deadlines and accuracy.

• Learn established workforce and timekeeping procedures through hands-on training, observation, and guided practice.

• Provide responsive service to employees and managers by answering routine payroll and time-entry questions professionally.

• Help track payroll items such as deductions or garnishments and ensure supporting information is recorded correctly.

• Work across different administrative needs within the payroll function, adapting to shifting priorities as needed.

• Use Microsoft Excel to organize payroll data, reconcile information, and prepare basic reports for the team.

Please complete an application and call (423) 244-0726 for more information!

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field preferred; entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Foundational knowledge of payroll principles, including payroll processing and full-cycle payroll activities.

• Ability to review detailed information carefully and maintain accuracy when handling timesheets and payroll data.

• Strong communication skills with the confidence to ask thoughtful questions and coordinate with managers and team members.

• Customer service mindset with the ability to respond professionally to employee and supervisor inquiries.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel for sorting, tracking, and reviewing payroll information.

• Familiarity with payroll topics such as garnishments is preferred.

• Ability to learn quickly in a team-oriented environment and follow established procedures consistently.

**All candidates must undergo drug and background screening for consideration

Compensation

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